Atlanta United host the New York Red Bulls on Sunday afternoon in the critical first leg of the Eastern Conference finals. The contest that pits the two best teams in MLS together. It is one of the most hotly anticipated playoff matches in years.
And with such a highly-fought match-up comes a series of storylines and tactical narratives to keep an eye on.
Here are three things to watch for ahead of the Eastern Conference final first leg.
When the New York Red Bulls dismantled Atlanta United late in the season, Tata Martino was forced into major tactical surgery.