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Cincinnati host New York City at the TQL Stadium in the MLS Cup first round on Monday, looking to build on their last victory. This is set to be the first of their three-game marathon over two weeks.
Following a run of three consecutive defeats and four winless outings, the Orange and Blue overcame Philadelphia 2-1 last weekend.
They fought back from an early deficit through goals in either half from Yamil Asad and Jakob Glesnes, who put the ball into his own net.
Pat Noonan's side won for just the 18th time from 34 games this season and will be looking to end their season with three consecutive wins. With 59 points in the bag, the Ohio outfit finished the regular season in third position in the Eastern Conference table, behind leaders Inter Miami (74) and Columbus Crew (66).
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New York City are nine points adrift of them in sixth place. They recently saw their three-game winning run and four-game unbeaten run come to an end with Montreal inflicting a 2-0 loss upon them.
Caden Clark and Josef Martinez struck apiece in either half to bring the New York side back down to earth, as the visitors weren't efficient enough with the ball despite enjoying more possession.
Cincinnati vs New York City Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- There have been seven clashes between the sides in the past, with New York winning on exactly half the occasions and losing five times.
- Earlier this month, the Yankees beat the Orange and Blue 3-2 in the MLS, ending a run of five consecutive wins and seven unbeaten encounters.
- The Boys in Blue haven't won consecutively in this fixture since a run of six wins in a row between September 2019 and September 2021.
- New York lost 2-0 to Montreal in their last game; they haven't lost consecutively in the MLS since three defeats in row in June this year.
- The Orange and Blue beat Philadelphia Union in their last game. They haven't won consecutively in the league since a run of three between June and July 2024.
Cincinnati vs New York City Prediction
New York City have seen a relatively better run in recent weeks, despite the loss in their last game. Their hosts are still shaky in defense, and could lose again.
Prediction: Cincinnati 1-2 New York City
Cincinnati vs New York City Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: New York City to win
Tip 2 - Goals over/under 2.5: Over 2.5 goals
Tip 3 - Both teams to score: Yes
