Match Preview: Atlanta United is back at home to face the Philadelphia Union in Sunday match 

First Touches

• So far, Atlanta United is undefeated at home. Their three wins coming against New England Revolution, Orlando City SC and Chicago Fire FC.
• Jamal Thiaré and Derrick Williams are both expected to miss two-to-four weeks after suffering injuries in the match against New York City FC
• Stian Gregersen is recovering from meniscus surgery.
• ‘With Stian’s injury, I had to step in. It’s the same for other guys. It’s a next man up mentality’ | Noah Cobb and Edwin Mosquera on the match against Philadelphia.
• Atlanta is sitting on 99 MLS regular season wins coming into the match against Philadelphia.

Match Details

• Date: Sunday, April 14
• Kickoff Time: 2:30 p.m.
• Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
• Celebrating: Black excellence, culture, and the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Attending Sunday's match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium? View our detailed timeline and things to do before kickoff

How to watch, listen, and stream Atlanta United vs. Philadelphia Union

• TV: FOX, FOX Deportes, MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
• Listen: STAR 94 FM, Sirius XM FC Channel 157 (English), La Mejor (Spanish)
• Stream: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
• Follow along: Follow the match with real-time stats and live play-by-by on our Matchday Hub page.

Recent Form

Atlanta United gained their first road point against New York City FC. The 1-1 draw brought their record to 3-2-1 with 10 points on the Eastern Conference table. Jamal Thiaré continued his promising start to the season, getting the 5-Stripes on the board with his third goal of the season. Edwin Mosquera and Brad Guzan assisted on the goal; it was Guzan’s first career MLS assist.

In the last home match back on March 31 against Chicago Fire, Atlanta earned their second clean sheet of the season. Atlanta United has conceded the fewest goals in the league (5), tied with FC Cincinnati.

Series History and Last Meeting

Atlanta United and Philadelphia Union have an even record of 5-5-5 against each other. In the last meeting, the Union won 3-2 but it was a two-goal comeback effort from Atlanta that made the match interesting.

Read Tools to the Match here.

Players to Watch

Julián Carranza (Philadelphia Union) – With four goals in five MLS matches and four goals in three Concacaf Champions Cup appearances, Carranza has played a large part in Philadelphia’s strong start. His scoring ability has been on full display so far for the club. Keeping him off the scoresheet would pay dividends for the 5-Stripes.

Noah Cobb (Atlanta United) – After the injury to Gregersen, homegrown Noah Cobb stepped up in a big way. This season, he only has three games with the first team under his belt, but it is clear his confidence is growing with each match. The backline will have to stand tall against Philadelphia’s direct playing style this Sunday.

“Now that I have played a few games – I got three in a row,” said Cobb to local media on Tuesday. “I think I am growing in confidence. I don’t know if try certain passes I wouldn’t try is the right word, but I am trusting my ability to pass between lines and pick a pass further up the field.”