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The 2024 edition of MLS returns to the fold with another set of matches this week as Atlanta United take on an impressive New York City FC side in an important clash at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will want to win this game.
Atlanta United vs New York City FC Preview
New York City FC are in fifth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have been impressive this season. The away side played out a 0-0 stalemate against Chicago Fire last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Atlanta United, on the other hand, are in 11th place in the league table at the moment and have failed to hit their stride this season. The hosts slumped to a 1-0 defeat at the hands of CF Montreal in their previous game and will need to bounce back this week.
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Atlanta United vs New York City FC Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- New York City FC have a slight edge over Atlanta United and have won five out of the 16 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Atlanta United's four victories.
- After an unbeaten run of five matches on the trot in MLS, New York City FC have managed to win only two of their last seven games in the competition.
- Atlanta United are winless in their last four matches in all competitions, with their previous victory coming by a 2-1 scoreline against Toronto FC last month.
Atlanta United vs New York City FC Prediction
New York City FC have been impressive over the past year and have come into their own this season. The likes of Hannes Wolf and Santiago Rodriguez have proved their mettle this year and are in good form going into this game.
Atlanta United have flattered to deceive so far and will need to make amends ahead of this fixture. New York City FC are the better team and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Atlanta United 1-3 New York City FC
Atlanta United vs New York City FC Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - New York City FC to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: New York City FC to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Hannes Wolf to score - Yes
