Saturday’s match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will serve as the final game of the 2025 season for both Atlanta United and D.C. United. The match also marks the end of Brad Guzan’s career, who is the last remaining player from Atlanta United’s inaugural 2017 squad. Guzan announced his retirement earlier this week and will play his final match in the 5-Stripes kit.
Atlanta United aims to finish its season with a home win, while D.C. United is looking to avoid ending at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. Guzan, serving as club captain, is seeking his 62nd career clean sheet with Atlanta United. The team’s defense has been urged to maintain focus throughout the match to provide Guzan with a proper send-off.
D.C. United’s main threat comes from captain Christian Benteke, who has scored nine goals this season despite his team only managing 29 goals in 33 matches. Benteke previously played alongside Guzan at Aston Villa in the Premier League and may look to disrupt Atlanta’s celebrations by scoring against his former teammate.
Scoring first has proven important for both teams this season. Atlanta United has won only two matches after conceding first, while D.C. United has managed three wins under similar circumstances. Securing an early goal is seen as key for Atlanta if they hope to claim all three points at home.
The match will be broadcast on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV at 6 p.m. ET Saturday night from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Fans can also listen via Sports Radio 92.9 The Game (English) or La Mejor – AM 1600 (Spanish).
