Match Preview: Atlanta United welcomes MLS leader Inter Miami CF for midweek meeting

Atlanta United

Atlanta United will face their toughest test of the season so far when they host MLS leader Inter Miami CF on Wednesday night.

The Five Stripes are coming off a 2-1 loss to the New England Revolution on Saturday, which snapped their three-game winning streak.

Despite the loss, Atlanta United is still in good position in the Eastern Conference standings. They are currently in fourth place with 10 points from seven games.

Inter Miami CF

Inter Miami CF is the surprise team of the MLS this season. The Herons are currently in first place in the Eastern Conference with 13 points from seven games.

Inter Miami CF is led by Rodolfo Pizarro, who has five goals and three assists this season.

The Herons are also getting strong contributions from Matias Pellegrini, Edison Cavani, and Gonzalo Higuain.

Head-to-Head Record

Atlanta United and Inter Miami CF have met twice in MLS play. The Five Stripes won the first meeting 2-1 in 2020, while the Herons won the second meeting 3-2 in 2021.

Match Preview

The match between Atlanta United and Inter Miami CF is expected to be a close one. Both teams are in good form and have quality players.

Atlanta United will be looking to bounce back from their loss to the Revolution, while Inter Miami CF will be looking to extend their unbeaten streak.

The match will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia on Wednesday, April 20th at 7:30 PM ET.