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Atlanta United is set to face Houston Dynamo FC for the first time since 2019. Atlanta United, known as the 5-Stripes, had a week without MLS play after playing seven matches in one month. Their last match was against regional rival Charlotte FC on June 2, 2024.

This match will mark Rob Valentino’s debut as interim head coach for this season. Additionally, eight Atlanta United players were called up for the June FIFA international window.

The match details are as follows:

- Date: Saturday, June 15

- Kickoff time: 7:30 p.m.

- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

The event will also celebrate Father’s Day and feature Atlanta United's "Legacy Collection" retail line for Juneteenth.

For those attending the match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a detailed timeline and activities before kickoff are available. The game can be watched on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV or listened to on local radio stations 92.9 The Game (English) and La Mejor (Spanish). A live stream is also available on the Apple TV app.

Historically, Atlanta United and Houston Dynamo FC have faced each other three times, with each match being high-scoring. Atlanta holds a record of 2-1-0 (W-L-D) against Houston. Their last encounter was in July 2019 when Atlanta won 5-0 at home.

Key players to watch include Xande Silva from Atlanta United, who recently scored his first goal of the season against Charlotte FC, and Hector Herrera from Houston Dynamo FC. Herrera was named to MLS Team of the Matchday for Matchday 18 after contributing to a draw against Portland and often leads his team in key statistical categories such as passing accuracy and chances created.