Atlanta United - FC Dallas 06-04-25

If you're still wondering what to do with your Saturday night, there's only one thing to do: tune in to Atlanta United vs. FC Dallas. Two teams in rising form, a stadium that's boiling, and an Ivorian who scores like he's Messi on a good day. It's time for goals, drama, and perhaps a new chapter in Atlanta's "we never give up" book.

Atlanta United: From headaches to jubilation – again

After 60 minutes against New York City in the last round, it looked like it was going to be a night to forget for Ronny Deila and his men. 1-3 on the scoreboard, frustrated fans in the stands and a team that seemed to be falling apart. But then something happens that has become a habit in Atlanta – they turn up the pace, put in an extra gear and voila, the game is over. 4-3, and with three goals in the last half hour.

The main character? Of course, Emmanuel Latte Lath, who now has five goals in six games and has become the club's clear top scorer. Atlanta has also scored 11 goals in its last three home games, making Mercedes-Benz Stadium one of the league's hottest places to play football right now - literally and figuratively.

But it's not all sunshine in the Peach State. The defense still has its challenges. They've conceded in five of six games so far, and that makes their games goal bonanzas. They're simply playing "score more than the other guy" football, and it's working - as long as Latte Lath keeps scoring.

FC Dallas: Unexpected form and scary counterattacks

Dallas entered the season with low expectations and a young squad, but things are starting to turn around now. They are on a two-game winning streak, and that's not against just anyone - last weekend they turned around a win against Sporting Kansas after a solid team effort.

Luciano Acosta, the experienced playmaker with MLS experience from Cincinnati, among others, pulls the strings, and with Leo Chu as speed and precision from the wing, Dallas has found a nice balance. They are not spectacular, but they are effective – and it doesn't take much to punish an Atlanta defense that stands tall and often gives space behind.

Dallas has shown they can score early and late in games, and the fact that they have already climbed into the playoff zone in the Western Conference shouldn't be underestimated. They are confident, and that could be key when visiting a stadium that is usually a fortress.

Conclusion: Goal guarantee in Atlanta – again

You don't have to be an expert tipper to see what's in store. Atlanta at home means one thing: goals at both ends. They have everything you want in a game that's going to be entertaining - an in-form goalscorer, a crowd that's boiling, and a defense that's still on vacation.

Dallas has gained confidence after their recent performances and is no longer a team to just wave past. They have forwards who can exploit Atlanta's defensive lapses, and it's hard to imagine them leaving the field goalless.

We think this will be a game where both teams find the goal, maybe more than once. And if you want an extra spice to your coffee – feel free to spend a little money on Latte Lath again. It is Saturday after all.

Bet suggestions

MLS at 20:30: Atlanta United - FC Dallas: Over 2.5 goals (1.57)

Alternative game:

MLS at 20:30: Atlanta United - FC Dallas: Over 2.5 goals and both teams score (1.89)

Long shot:

MLS at 20:30: Atlanta United - FC Dallas: Emmanuel Latte Lath first goalscorer (4.50)