The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another set of matches this week as CF Montreal take on New York Red Bulls in an important clash at the Saputo Stadium on Wednesday. Both teams have been impressive this season and will want to win this game.
CF Montreal vs New York Red Bulls Preview
CF Montreal are in 12th place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have not been at their best in recent weeks. The Canadian outfit played out a 0-0 stalemate against Real Salt Lake last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
New York Red Bulls, on the other hand, are in third place in the league table at the moment and have stepped up to the plate over the past year. The Red Bulls were held to a 0-0 draw by Nashville SC in their previous game and have a point to prove this week.
CF Montreal vs New York Red Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- New York Red Bulls have a slight edge over CF Montreal and have won 14 out of the 30 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to CF Montreal's 13 victories.
- CF Montreal and New York Red Bulls have alternated between victories over their last eight matches in MLS, with the Red Bulls winning the previous league game between the two teams by a 2-1 scoreline in May 2023.
- CF Montreal are unbeaten in their last four matches on the trot in all competitions - their longest such run since a streak of six victories in May 2023.
- New York Red Bulls have picked up 30 points in their 18 matches in MLS this season.
CF Montreal vs New York Red Bulls Prediction
New York Red Bulls have a good squad at their disposal but have flattered to deceive in recent weeks. The Red Bulls were wasteful against Nashville SC and will need to be more clinical on Wednesday.
CF Montreal have managed to hit their stride over the past month but will be up against a formidable opponent this week. Both teams have issues to address at the moment and could play out a draw in this match.
Prediction: CF Montreal 1-1 New York Red Bulls
CF Montreal vs New York Red Bulls Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - No
Tip 3: New York Red Bulls to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Sunusi Ibrahim to score - Yes