On Wednesday evening, Minnesota United will host DC United at Allianz Field in a Major League Soccer clash.
Both teams are in desperate need of a victory, making this an intriguing encounter. Minnesota United aims to break their winless streak, while DC United hopes to build on their recent triumph over Nashville.
Team Form
Minnesota United
Minnesota United have struggled recently, going eight consecutive matches without a win.
Their last victory was a 3-1 home triumph against Sporting Kansas City on June 2. Defensive issues have plagued the team, as they have conceded 29 goals in their last 15 matches, failing to keep a clean sheet since April.
Currently, they sit ninth in the Western Conference with 30 points from 23 matches, having won eight, drawn six, and lost nine.
DC United
DC United managed to secure a 2-1 victory over Nashville last weekend, ending an 11-match winless streak.
They currently sit 12th in the Eastern Conference with 23 points from 24 matches. However, their away form has been poor, with just one win in their last 16 competitive away games.
Despite their struggles, DC United will be motivated by their recent win and looking to gain momentum.
Team News
Minnesota United
Minnesota United will be without veteran goalkeeper Clint Irwin, who is sidelined with an injury.
Defenders DJ Taylor, Moses Nyemann, and Hugo Bacharach are also out due to various injuries. Midfielder Wil Trapp remains unavailable, having missed the last three games.
Probable Starting XI: Smir; Harvey, Boxall, Tapias, Jeong, Padelford; Bran, Dotson, Rosales; Hlongwane, Lod
DC United
DC United face significant injury concerns, with Kristian Fletcher, Jackson Hopkins, and Steve Birnbaum all unavailable.
Conner Antley and Russell Canouse continue their lengthy spells on the sidelines.
Probable Starting XI: Bono; Herrera, McVey, Peltola; Dajome, Stroud, Klich, Rodriguez, Santos; Ku-DiPietro, Benteke
Prediction
This match promises to be a competitive fixture with both teams eager to claim all three points.
Minnesota United will look to capitalise on their home advantage, while DC United aim to build on their recent win.
Fans can expect an exciting game as both sides battle for crucial points.
Our Prediction: Minnesota United 2-1 DC United
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