Major League Soccer Regular Season - 9

Atlanta United FC vs NS New England Revolution

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
46
Atlanta United FC
vs
New England Revolution
Wed, Apr 22 • 23:45
⚡ Form 48
⚖️ Balance 83
🏆 Stakes 33
⭐ Stars 89
Stuttering Atlanta host flying New England.

Atlanta's Nightmare Start Meets New England's Offensive Blitz

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. Atlanta United are bleeding points at the bottom of the table, but a high-scoring New England attack guarantees fireworks regardless of the outcome.

The Setup

Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts a stark contrast in early-season trajectories. Atlanta's dismal Form leaves them languishing in 14th place with just four points to their name. The Revolution sit comfortably in 5th, riding a wave of attacking momentum and positive results. A low Stakes rating reflects the early nature of the campaign, but the pressure is entirely on the hosts to turn things around. The Balance of power tips towards New England on paper, even though the betting markets heavily favor an improbable Atlanta bounce-back.

Key Battle

Miguel Almirón against Luca Langoni is where this game gets decided. An off-the-charts Stars rating defines this matchup. Almirón is the creative heartbeat for Atlanta United FC, desperate to carve open a vulnerable Revs backline. On the flip side, Langoni is a relentless assist machine for New England Revolution. If Almirón finds space, Atlanta thrive. If Langoni gets running downhill, the hosts will crumble.

Our Prediction

Expect goals. Both teams have leaky defensive records, but New England possesses the sharper cutting edge. Atlanta will dominate early possession to appease an anxious home crowd. The Revs will happily absorb the pressure and strike on the counter. A 3-1 away win for New England feels inevitable based on current trajectories.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Yes. The high star power and terrible defensive records almost guarantee an entertaining, high-scoring affair.

What's the predicted outcome?

We expect New England Revolution to exploit Atlanta's defensive frailties and secure a comfortable 3-1 away victory.

Where are Atlanta United FC and New England Revolution in the league table?

Atlanta United sit 14th in the standings with just four points, while New England Revolution are flying high in 5th.

What is Atlanta United FC's current form?

Dire. They have secured just one win in eight matches, losing six and struggling to keep clean sheets.

Who is the in-form player to watch?

The in-form player is Dor Turgeman for New England Revolution, with 2 goals and 2 assists in 5 matches, averaging a 7.3 rating.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Season Statistics

14
League Position
5
4
Points
12
6
Goals Scored
12
12
Goals Conceded
9

Eastern Conference League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Nashville SC 8 19 17 4 +13 WAtlanta United FC 0 - 2 Nashville SC (18-04-2026)WCharlotte 1 - 2 Nashville SC (11-04-2026)LChicago Fire 1 - 0 Nashville SC (05-04-2026)WNashville SC 5 - 0 Orlando City SC (21-03-2026)WColumbus Crew 0 - 1 Nashville SC (14-03-2026)
2 Inter Miami 8 15 16 14 +2 WColorado Rapids 2 - 3 Inter Miami (18-04-2026)DInter Miami 2 - 2 New York Red Bulls (11-04-2026)DInter Miami 2 - 2 Austin (04-04-2026)WNew York City FC 2 - 3 Inter Miami (22-03-2026)DCharlotte 0 - 0 Inter Miami (14-03-2026)
3 Charlotte 8 14 15 10 +5 WNew York City FC 1 - 2 Charlotte (18-04-2026)LCharlotte 1 - 2 Nashville SC (11-04-2026)WCharlotte 2 - 1 Philadelphia Union (04-04-2026)WCharlotte 6 - 1 New York Red Bulls (21-03-2026)DCharlotte 0 - 0 Inter Miami (14-03-2026)
4 Chicago Fire 8 14 12 8 +4 DFC Cincinnati 3 - 3 Chicago Fire (18-04-2026)WChicago Fire 1 - 0 Atlanta United FC (12-04-2026)WChicago Fire 1 - 0 Nashville SC (05-04-2026)WPhiladelphia Union 1 - 2 Chicago Fire (21-03-2026)LChicago Fire 1 - 2 DC United (15-03-2026)
5 New England Revolution 7 12 14 10 +4 WNew England Revolution 2 - 1 Columbus Crew (18-04-2026)WNew England Revolution 1 - 0 DC United (11-04-2026)WNew England Revolution 3 - 0 CF Montreal (04-04-2026)LSt. Louis City 3 - 1 New England Revolution (22-03-2026)WNew England Revolution 6 - 1 FC Cincinnati (15-03-2026)
6 Toronto FC 8 12 13 14 -1 DToronto FC 3 - 3 Austin (18-04-2026)DToronto FC 1 - 1 FC Cincinnati (11-04-2026)WToronto FC 3 - 2 Colorado Rapids (04-04-2026)WToronto FC 2 - 1 Columbus Crew (21-03-2026)DToronto FC 1 - 1 New York Red Bulls (14-03-2026)
7 New York City FC 8 11 15 11 +4 LNew York City FC 1 - 2 Charlotte (18-04-2026)LVancouver Whitecaps 2 - 0 New York City FC (11-04-2026)DNew York City FC 1 - 1 St. Louis City (04-04-2026)LNew York City FC 2 - 3 Inter Miami (22-03-2026)WNew York City FC 3 - 1 Colorado Rapids (14-03-2026)
8 New York Red Bulls 8 11 12 19 -7 LCF Montreal 4 - 1 New York Red Bulls (18-04-2026)DInter Miami 2 - 2 New York Red Bulls (11-04-2026)WNew York Red Bulls 4 - 2 FC Cincinnati (04-04-2026)LCharlotte 6 - 1 New York Red Bulls (21-03-2026)DToronto FC 1 - 1 New York Red Bulls (14-03-2026)
9 DC United 8 8 4 9 -5 DPhiladelphia Union 0 - 0 DC United (18-04-2026)LNew England Revolution 1 - 0 DC United (11-04-2026)LDC United 0 - 4 FC Dallas (04-04-2026)DAtlanta United FC 0 - 0 DC United (21-03-2026)WChicago Fire 1 - 2 DC United (15-03-2026)
10 FC Cincinnati 8 8 13 19 -6 DFC Cincinnati 3 - 3 Chicago Fire (18-04-2026)DToronto FC 1 - 1 FC Cincinnati (11-04-2026)LNew York Red Bulls 4 - 2 FC Cincinnati (04-04-2026)WFC Cincinnati 4 - 3 CF Montreal (22-03-2026)LNew England Revolution 6 - 1 FC Cincinnati (15-03-2026)
11 CF Montreal 8 6 12 20 -8 WCF Montreal 4 - 1 New York Red Bulls (18-04-2026)LCF Montreal 1 - 2 Philadelphia Union (11-04-2026)LNew England Revolution 3 - 0 CF Montreal (04-04-2026)LFC Cincinnati 4 - 3 CF Montreal (22-03-2026)LOrlando City SC 2 - 1 CF Montreal (14-03-2026)
12 Columbus Crew 8 6 10 12 -2 LNew England Revolution 2 - 1 Columbus Crew (18-04-2026)DColumbus Crew 1 - 1 Orlando City SC (12-04-2026)WAtlanta United FC 1 - 3 Columbus Crew (04-04-2026)LToronto FC 2 - 1 Columbus Crew (21-03-2026)LColumbus Crew 0 - 1 Nashville SC (14-03-2026)
13 Philadelphia Union 8 4 6 12 -6 DPhiladelphia Union 0 - 0 DC United (18-04-2026)WCF Montreal 1 - 2 Philadelphia Union (11-04-2026)LCharlotte 2 - 1 Philadelphia Union (04-04-2026)LPhiladelphia Union 1 - 2 Chicago Fire (21-03-2026)LAtlanta United FC 3 - 1 Philadelphia Union (14-03-2026)
14 Atlanta United FC 8 4 6 14 -8 LAtlanta United FC 0 - 2 Nashville SC (18-04-2026)LChicago Fire 1 - 0 Atlanta United FC (12-04-2026)LAtlanta United FC 1 - 3 Columbus Crew (04-04-2026)DAtlanta United FC 0 - 0 DC United (21-03-2026)WAtlanta United FC 3 - 1 Philadelphia Union (14-03-2026)
15 Orlando City SC 8 4 6 25 -19 LOrlando City SC 0 - 1 Houston Dynamo (18-04-2026)DColumbus Crew 1 - 1 Orlando City SC (12-04-2026)LLos Angeles FC 6 - 0 Orlando City SC (05-04-2026)LNashville SC 5 - 0 Orlando City SC (21-03-2026)WOrlando City SC 2 - 1 CF Montreal (14-03-2026)