Atlanta United FC vs DC United: match statistics
Atlanta United FC holds the home advantage, demonstrating a superior average goal margin in home fixtures (2.5 goals scored vs. 2.0 conceded) and better shooting efficiency (19% shot conversion). DC United exhibits weaker away form, averaging only 1 goal per game with low efficiency (10% conversion) and failing to score in half of their matches. Atlanta also dominates possession (52% vs 40%) and records more shots on target (4.5 vs 3.0), indicating greater control of the game. Although both teams share an identical win rate in their respective categories (50%), DC United's stronger overall form in the last 5 matches (1.4 PPG vs 0.8 PPG) combined with the visitors' balanced goal margin render a draw a plausible outcome. Taking all factors into account, the hosts' edge is moderate, justifying a probability distribution with a slight favor towards Atlanta.
Atlanta United FC vs DC United: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Atlanta United FC played against DC United in MLS (United States). The game was played on March 21, 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Recent form
Atlanta United FC has 1 win, 0 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.75 points per game. DC United has 2 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with 1.50 points per game.
Scoring records
Atlanta United FC scores 1.25 goals per game and allows 2.00. DC United scores 1.00 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.94 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Atlanta United FC's games and 50% of DC United's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 50%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 60% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
DC United has the higher season xG average, 1.19 to 1.16 per game. Atlanta United FC takes 10.5 shots per game, while DC United takes 10.5.
First-half and second-half trends
Atlanta United FC leads at halftime in 25% of its games and scores 0.75 goals per game after halftime. DC United leads at halftime in 25% and scores 0.75 after halftime.
When the teams score
Atlanta United FC's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (2 goals). For DC United, it is minutes 76-90+ (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS games average 2.94 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 60% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Atlanta United FC holds the home advantage, demonstrating a superior average goal margin in home fixtures (2.5 goals scored vs. 2.0 conceded) and better shooting efficiency (19% shot conversion). DC United exhibits weaker away form, averaging only 1 goal per game with low efficiency (10% conversion) and failing to score in half of their matches. Atlanta also dominates possession (52% vs 40%) and records more shots on target (4.5 vs 3.0), indicating greater control of the game. Although both teams share an identical win rate in their respective categories (50%), DC United's stronger overall form in the last 5 matches (1.4 PPG vs 0.8 PPG) combined with the visitors' balanced goal margin render a draw a plausible outcome. Taking all factors into account, the hosts' edge is moderate, justifying a probability distribution with a slight favor towards Atlanta.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Atlanta United FC | DC United | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 24% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.38 | 0.40 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
DC United is 100% better for: last-5 form.
0.75 pts / game - Atlanta United FC · 1.5 pts / game - DC United
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Atlanta United FC is 25% better for: goals scored per game.
1.25 goals / game - Atlanta United FC · 1 goals / game - DC United
DC United is 100% better for: goals allowed per game.
2 goals / game - Atlanta United FC · 1 goals / game - DC United
Atlanta United FC scores in 50% of games (2 of 4 meczów), while DC United keeps a clean sheet in 25% (1 of 4 meczów).
DC United scores in 75% of games (3 of 4 meczów), while Atlanta United FC keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 4 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Atlanta United FC
Over / Under - DC United
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
DC United is 25% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / game - Atlanta United FC · 1.25 pts / game - DC United
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Atlanta United FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 25%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
DC United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.50 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.5 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.5 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 75% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 25% | 50% |
| 3 goals | 25% | 25% |
| Clean sheet | 50% | 25% |
| No goal | 50% | 50% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.25 | 1.75 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.3 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.3 |
| 1 goal | 50% | 75% |
| 2 goals | 25% | 25% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 25% |
| Clean sheet | 75% | 50% |
| No goal | 75% | 50% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (2 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (2 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Atlanta United FC
DC United
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (MLS).
Teams vs league
| Atlanta United FC | Liga | DC United | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.25 | 2.94 | ▼ 2.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 48% | ▲ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 50% | 60% | ▼ 50% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 28% | ▼ 25% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 75% | 73% | ▼ 50% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 85% | ▼ 75% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
FAQ
What was the result of Atlanta United FC vs DC United?
The MLS match finished Atlanta United FC 0:0 DC United. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Atlanta United FC vs DC United?
Atlanta United FC score 1.25 goals per game on average and DC United 1.00. The MLS average is 2.94 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 60% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Atlanta United FC's matches and 50% of DC United's.
What form are Atlanta United FC and DC United in?
Over the last 5 games Atlanta United FC have a 1-0-3 record (0.75 points per game) and DC United 2-0-2 (1.50 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Atlanta United FC vs DC United?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.