Atlanta United desperately need points on Sunday, Oct 25 at 1:30 AM in the MLS. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Atlanta United come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). Chicago Fire, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 2L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Atlanta United head into this on the back of a defeat, while Chicago Fire arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Atlanta United and Chicago Fire have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–4D–3W). Their last encounter ended in Atlanta United won 0–1.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Atlanta United a slight edge, but Chicago Fire are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.