DC United - Los Angeles FC

Jackson Hopkins spearheads the DC United attack as they return to Audi Field for this Major League Soccer matchday 22 encounter on 29 August 2026. The hosts face a challenging period, having struggled to find consistency in recent weeks, as evidenced by a difficult 3-1 defeat to Charlotte FC and a heavy home loss against New England Revolution. With Kye Rowles sidelined due to injury, the expected XI led by goalkeeper Sean Johnson will need to tighten their defensive structure to withstand a potent visiting threat.

Los Angeles FC arrive looking to regain their momentum after a testing run that included a narrow defeat to Colorado Rapids and a stalemate with Portland Timbers. Despite those recent setbacks, the visitors possess significant attacking quality through Heung-Min Son and Denis Bouanga, who will be eager to exploit any gaps in the DC United backline. With David Martinez unavailable, the visitors will rely on the experience of Hugo Lloris to anchor a side aiming to rediscover the clinical form they displayed in their commanding victory over LA Galaxy last month.