Houston Dynamo resume their MLS campaign against DC United after a nearly two-month break. Currently seventh in the Western Conference, Houston has shown improved form, securing 10 points from their last five MLS encounters, despite a modest attacking record. They are five points adrift of third-placed Los Angeles FC with two matches in hand.

DC United, ninth in the Eastern Conference, returns to action without recent friendlies. Coach Rene Weller's side has accumulated 18 points from 15 matches but is on a four-match winless streak, including a thrilling 4-4 draw against CF Montreal. Key players like Guilherme for Houston and Louis Munteanu and Tai Baribo for DC United are expected to feature in what is predicted to be a hard-fought draw.