Atlanta vs. Philadelphia (Sunday, 7.30pm)
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Atlanta United can maintain their 100% record at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and hand the Philadelphia Union their first defeat of the 2024 MLS campaign when both sides square off on Sunday.
Last weekend, the Five Stripes came back to earn a 1-1 draw with New York City FC, moving up to sixth in the Eastern Conference, two points behind the Union, who claimed a 2-1 triumph over Nashville SC.
We say: Atlanta United 2-1 Philadelphia Union
If Giakoumakis does not feature, it will be a blow for the home side, however they have plenty of attacking pieces to count upon besides the Greek, and we believe they will find a way to get the job done.
All good things must come to an end, and although the Union will likely keep this match close, we expect to see a fast-paced game on the artificial turf, which should favour the Five Stripes.
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St Louis City vs. Austin (Sunday, 9.45pm)
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Matchday nine of the Major League Soccer (MLS) campaign concludes on Sunday, with St Louis City seeking just their second domestic victory of the year when they host Austin FC at CityPark.
Last Saturday, St Louis settled for a 0-0 draw with Dallas, while the Verde and Black completed a perfect two-game homestand with a 4-3 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes.
We say: St Louis City 2-2 Austin FC
Both sides have played their share of exciting games this season, but neither have been all that convincing or shown the ability to hang onto an advantage for long, which is why we project they will each collect a point.
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Matt Law
