The MLS returns to the fold with another round of matches this weekend as New York City FC lock horns with DC United in an important encounter at the Citi Field on Saturday.
New York City FC vs DC United Preview
New York City FC are currently in 12th place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have struggled this season. The hosts eased past New England Revolution by a 2-0 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
DC United, on the other hand, are in 10th place in the league table and have been inconsistent so far this season. The away side slumped to a narrow 3-2 defeat at the hands of Orlando City and will need to bounce back in this match.
New York City FC vs DC United Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- New York City FC have a good recent record against DC United and have won 11 out of the last 21 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to DC United's seven victories.
- DC United won their previous match against New York City FC by a 2-0 scoreline in October last year and have never won consecutive matches against them in their 21 games in all competitions.
- New York City FC have won five of their last seven matches at home in the MLS, with their previous defeat against an Eastern Conference opponent at home coming in May 2023.
- DC United have played out draws in their first four matches away from home in the regular season of the MLS in 2024 - their longest such run in the club's history.
New York City FC vs DC United Prediction
New York City FC have an impeccable home record over the past year but have largely been inconsistent in 2024. The hosts have a good squad at their disposal and will need to make the most out of this match.
DC United have blown hot and cold in recent months and will need a run of positive results to move up the league table. Both teams have issues to address and could play out a draw in this fixture.
Prediction: New York City FC 1-1 DC United
New York City FC vs DC United Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - No
Tip 3: DC United to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Santiago Rodriguez to score - Yes