New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC

Playing in the MLS means competing at the highest level the association has to offer — and matchday 1 brings a fixture that lives up to that standard. New York Red Bulls (.) host New York City FC (.) at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday at 23:30. New York Red Bulls won their last game 1 - 3 against Chicago Fire FC and have conceded goals this season. The visitors (New York City FC., .) got the job done against Columbus Crew (3 - 0). Our statistical evaluation gives a 43% probability to New York City FC leaving Sports Illustrated Stadium with a valuable away win in the premier competition.

MLS Matchday 1: Top Betting Tips and Current Odds Overview

Three-Way BetNew York City FC43%15/8·VelobetT&C's apply | +18 Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals70%5/8·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18 ★ Expert TipExpert TipOver 3.5 Goals48%17/11·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18

Up to date betting tip thanks to statistics and data analysis

Three-Way BetNew York Red Bulls 35% · X 22% · New York City FC 43%New York Red BullsXNew York City FCBoth Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 70% · No 30%YesNoTotal Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 70% · Under 30%OverUnderTotal Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 48% · Under 52%OverUnderCorrect Score0-210%0-19%1-19%

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Best New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC pre-match odds

ProbabilityNew York Red Bulls35%Draw22%New York City FC43%

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Form Analysis and Performance Comparison

New York Red Bulls Form

Last 5 games

WLLDL

On the previous matchday, New York Red Bulls went up against Chicago Fire FC and came away with all three points at 1 - 3. The result means they carry real momentum into this upcoming match.

The last 6 months have seen New York Red Bulls play 12 competitive matches, winning 4 and losing 5. Of their 5 home games during this stretch, they have won 2 and lost 2. They have scored 19 goals at home and away combined, conceding 28.

Over their last 12 matches, New York Red Bulls have found the net 19 times — that's 1.58 goals per game on average. They have conceded 28 goals in the same span, with their home form showing 2 wins and 2 defeats from 5 home fixtures.

New York City FC Form

Last 5 games

WLLDL

The most recent game for New York City FC saw them take on Columbus Crew, with the match ending 3 - 0. The win is a timely confidence boost as they head to Sports Illustrated Stadium. They now make the trip to Sports Illustrated Stadium for this MLS clash.

New York City FC's form over the past 6 months paints a clear picture: 4 wins, 3 draws and 5 defeats from 12 games. Away from home, they have won 1 of 4 games, scoring 3 goals and conceding 5 on the road.

New York City FC's most recent 12 games tell an interesting story. They have scored 22 goals (1.83 per game) while conceding 18 (1.5 per game). In terms of away performances specifically, New York City FC have won 1, drawn 1 and lost 2 of their 4 away matches — a record that provides useful context ahead of this trip to Sports Illustrated Stadium.

Stats per Game

New York Red Bulls New York City FC

Goals scored

1.6

1.9

Corners

5.8

3.5

Fouls

10.9

10.1

Saves

3.3

MLS

MLS Table

#	Team	Played	Diff.	Pnts
1	Nashville S.C.	11	15	24
2	New England Revolution	11	7	22
3	Inter Miami CF	12	5	22
· · · 2 places · · ·
6	FC Cincinnati	12	-3	16
7	New York City FC Away	12	4	15
8	Charlotte FC	12	-1	15
9	New York Red Bulls Home	12	-9	15
10	Toronto FC	12	-4	14

Last Meetings

05/17/2025

New York City FC
New York Red Bulls

2-0

11/23/2024

New York City FC
New York Red Bulls

0-2

09/28/2024

New York Red Bulls
New York City FC

1-5

05/18/2024

New York City FC
New York Red Bulls

2-1

Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)

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AI-Powered Tip for the Derby Between New York Red Bulls and New York City FC

Derbies can defy the odds – but informed betting still gives you an edge. Our model analyses the data behind the passion and arrives at New York City FC pulling off a famous derby win on the road as the most likely outcome – 43% probability, with top odds of 15/8 at Velobet. Across all bet markets, our standout tip for this MLS derby remains "Total Goals Over/Under 3.5" – 48% probability and odds of 17/11 at Palmslots.Best Tip Over 3.5 Goals17/11Place betT&C's apply | +18