New York City Cincinnati betting prediction

The home team comes to this stage of the MLS (Regular Season) after having eliminated Toronto with a away win by (0‑1) in the previous round. This is a team that is often stronger at home, with the help of its supporters, so they usually make good use of the home advantage, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 5 draws and 6 losses in away matches; against 8 wins, 3 draws and 4 losses at their stadium. For the league, NYCFC won 9 points out of 12 possible points, after 3 wins and 1 loss in the last 4 home matches. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 7 of the last 10 matches for this competition. In their home matches there is a tendency for goals, since 13 of the last 19 matches have ended with Over 2,5 goals. They have conceded the first goal in 5 of their 10 matches for this competition, and have only turned the score around in 1.

New York City come into this clash aware of the importance of picking up three points, as they sit on the edge of the qualification zone. The team needs to show more regularity and consistency in their performances to stay in contention. Playing at home, New York City have the responsibility of controlling the game, keeping possession and being efficient in the decisive moments. A solid performance across the board is essential to overcome such a qualified opponent. The pressure of positive results should push the team to put in a confident performance.

Confirmed Lineup: Matthew Freese, Tayvon Gray, Thiago Martins, Maxi Moralez, Justin Haak, Keaton Parks, Andrés Perea, Jonathan Shore, Julián Fernández, Hannes Wolf, Adrian Martínez Batista.
Coach: R. Deila.