The Nos. 1-3 seeds and the East are eliminated. The No. 4 seed Lions have only beaten No. 9 Atlanta four times in 22 total meetings. All four victories have come under coach Oscar Pareja, who took

The MLS Cup isn’t just a trophy; for Orlando City, it’s a shot at redefining who they are. It’s the chance to shed their “almost there” label and become “the ones who got it done.” It’s about proving they’re not just another feel-good underdog story, they’re a force to be reckoned with.

Atlanta United is out to continue one of the great Cinderella runs in MLS Cup Playoff history when they visit Orlando City in an Eastern Conference semifinal match Sunday.

The Lions dominate the key categories in the matchup, especially with a more experienced coach, but they’re 0-2 vs. Atlanta this season.