Houston Dynamo VS DC United

Houston Dynamo, currently ranked 7th in the Western Conference with 22 points, has been in good form lately, winning 3, drawing 1, and losing 1 in their last 5 matches. At home, they've been even more dominant, with 5 wins and 1 draw in their last 6 home games, scoring 9 goals and conceding just 2. Manager Olsen has shifted to a 3 - 4 - 3 formation, focusing on defense and using the flanks. The only injury concern for the team is goalkeeper Maurer. On the other hand, D.C. United, sitting 9th in the Eastern Conference with 18 points, has a less impressive recent record. They've won 1, drawn 3, and lost 1 in their last 5 games. Away from home, they've struggled, with just 1 win, 4 draws, and 1 loss in their last 6 away games, a win - rate of only 17%. Manager Velez employs a 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 counter - attacking system. However, the team is hit by injuries, with Niels, Karamoko, and Siegel out, weakening both the attack and defense. Looking at their head - to - head record, Houston Dynamo has the upper hand, winning 3, drawing 2, and losing 1 in the last 6 meetings. In 2024, Houston Dynamo also had an impressive 4 - 1 victory on the road. Considering their current form and head - to - head record, Houston Dynamo seems to have an edge in this encounter.