Recent Matches
D.C. United have only lost one in their last five. Their last two matches have ended in 2-2 draws against the New York Red Bulls and the Chicago Fire. They haven’t won in three games, but their last win was a big one: 6-2 over the Chicago Fire.
Who’s Hot
D.C. has a wide variety of goal scorers, but Lamar Neagle has scored three goals in their last five matches, and Patrick Mullins had a hat trick in their victory over Chicago at the end of August. Their offense has had a lot of last-minute comebacks, especially in their last few matches.
Who’s Not
D.C. has allowed a combined total of ten goals in their last five matches. Their defense has proven their vulnerabilities, even in matches where the offense makes up for it.
Power Rankings
D.C. United was ranked 14th in this week’s MLS Power Rankings, just one spot ahead of Orlando City and down a slot from where they were the week before.
Head-To-Head
Orlando City is 1-2-0 against D.C. United in head-to-head competition. They’ve only traveled to RFK once before, where they suffered a 2-1 lost. But with two teams fighting for a spot in the playoffs, this match is sure to be more contentious than any of their previous matches.
