The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another round of matches this weekend as Atlanta United take on an impressive Orlando City side in an important encounter at the Inter & Co Stadium on Saturday. The two teams have experienced contrasting fortunes this season and will want to win this game.
Orlando City vs Atlanta United Preview
Orlando City are in fourth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate this season. The hosts eased past FC Cincinnati by a comfortable 3-1 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Atlanta United, on the other hand, are in 12th place in the league table and have not been at their best this season. The away side defeated New York Red Bulls by a 2-1 scoreline last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
Orlando City vs Atlanta United Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Atlanta United have a good recent record against Orlando City and have won 10 out of the last 21 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Orlando City's four victories.
- The two teams are on an even footing over the past 10 matches played between them and have won three matches apiece, with the other four games ending in draws.
- Orlando City have won 10 of their last 13 matches in the regular season of MLS and have won each of their last three games in the competition.
- Atlanta United have picked up only 37 points in MLS so far this season - they still need three points to equal their lowest points tally for a full season in the history of the competition
Orlando City vs Atlanta United Prediction
Orlando City have been a consistent unit in MLS this season and have a good squad at their disposal. Ramiro Enrique has been sensational for the hosts this season and will look to make his mark this weekend.
Atlanta United have been in poor form this season and will look to conclude their campaign on a positive note. Orlando City are in better form, however, and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Orlando City 2-0 Atlanta United
Orlando City vs Atlanta United Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Orlando City to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - No
Tip 3: Orlando City to keep a clean sheet - Yes
Tip 4: Ramiro Enrique to score - Yes