Atlanta United - New York City FC

Atlanta United welcome New York City FC to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for matchday 27 of the Major League Soccer season. The hosts enter the contest looking to build momentum after a narrow 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers on 20 September 2026. With the expected XI featuring Luke Brennan and Sergio Santos leading the line, Atlanta will aim to exploit their home advantage against a visiting side currently navigating a challenging run of results.

New York City FC arrive following a 1-0 defeat to Red Bull New York on 18 September 2026. The visitors must contend with the absence of the influential Keaton Parks, who remains sidelined due to injury. With Andres Perea and James Sands anchoring the midfield, the team will look to recapture the form that saw them secure a 2-0 win against Real Salt Lake earlier this month as they seek a positive result on the road.