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by Erik Gibbs in Major League Soccer Picks
The New York Red Bulls and New York City FC clash on Saturday. The Red Bulls have shown mixed form lately. In their most recent five league games they recorded two wins (including a 2-0 shutout away at Montréal), one draw (0-0 at home against Columbus), and two losses (1-2 at Portland and 0-1 at Charlotte). The wins have been tight but included key clean sheets, suggesting a settled defense in those matches. The losses were by single-goal margins, indicating that New York has struggled to score when visiting teams press high.
New York City FC have also been inconsistent in recent fixtures. They earned two straight home wins against Charlotte (2-0) and Columbus (3-2) in mid-September, but they also suffered two losses (a heavy 0-4 home defeat by Miami on Sep 24 and a 1-3 loss at Chicago on Sep 13). Overall, New York City's attack has been potent in victories – averaging multiple goals – but their defense has occasionally leaked too many goals against stronger opponents.
In the Eastern Conference standings New York City FC sits higher (around 5th place) than the Red Bulls (around 10th), reflecting their better goal difference and point total. As both teams prepare to meet, New York City's recent home form and higher league position suggest they have the edge, but the local rivalry means anything can happen.
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New York Red Bulls vs New York City Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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5
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53 | 31 | 16 | 5 | 10 | 7 |
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10
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43 | 31 | 12 | 7 | 12 | 5 |
New York Red Bulls and New York City Latest Matches
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 20, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Sep 13, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 30, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 16, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 13, 2025 - US Open Cup
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Aug 30, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 16, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 10, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 7, 2025 - Leagues Cup
Jul 19, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Jul 16, 2025 - Major League Soccer
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 20, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Sep 13, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 13, 2025 - US Open Cup
Aug 3, 2025 - Leagues Cup
Jul 31, 2025 - Leagues Cup
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
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Aug 30, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 23, 2025 - Major League Soccer
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Sep 20, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Sep 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 30, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 1, 2025 - Leagues Cup
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 13, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 23, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Aug 5, 2025 - Leagues Cup
Jul 25, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Jul 19, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Jul 16, 2025 - Major League Soccer
New York Red Bulls against New York City : Head to Head (H2H)
33 %
17 %
50 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Nov 23, 2024 - Major League Soccer
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Sep 16, 2023 - Major League Soccer
Aug 3, 2023 - Leagues Cup
New York City v New York Red Bulls last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Most goals and assists
New York Red Bulls
New York City
E. Choupo-Moting
(16 Goals)
A. Martinez
(17 Goals)
E. Forsberg
(6 Assists)
M. Moralez
(6 Assists)
New York Red Bulls - New York City Key Points
- The Red Bulls are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games
- New York City FC are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games
- The Over is 1-4 in the Red Bulls' last 5 games
- The Over is 4-1 in New York City FC's last 5 games
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Our New York Red Bulls vs New York City Prediction
New York Red Bulls' most influential attackers are veteran forwards who have been on scoring runs. Designated player Éric Choupo-Moting (16 goals this season) and fellow DP Emil Forsberg (10 goals) have been central to New York's offense. Choupo-Moting in particular has been prolific, delivering multiple-goal games recently, and Forsberg has contributed both goals and assists as a playmaker.
On the New York City side, Allonzo “Taty” Martínez leads the team with 17 goals in the campaign, often finding space in the box to convert chances, and Hannes Wolf has chipped in with 11 goals, frequently linking up with teammates for scoring opportunities. Martinez and Wolf have combined well in attack, giving NYCFC a high-powered forward line. Given these facts, New York City FC looks stronger on balance. Their attacking duo and higher-scoring offense give them an advantage.
The prediction is that the game will be close early, but the more potent New York City attack will eventually prevail. A reasonable forecast would be a 2-1 victory for New York City FC, as their ability to create and finish chances should outmatch the Red Bulls' defense in the end. Our prediction for New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC: Red Bulls to win.
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