It’s a 7:00 pm CT kick-off at Allianz Field on Saturday as Minnesota United (5-5-3; 18 points), currently in 9th place in the league, host NYCFC (7-3-2; 23 points), who are in 2nd place in the league. Minnesota, who have had five losses in the most recent nine matches, head into this clash with vital home advantage.
Minnesota United and NYCFC’s most recent encounter occurred in April 13, 2019 with the match ending in a 3-3 draw. Minnesota have a record of 2-1-1 in their last matches against NYCFC.
Minnesota United vs NYCFC Prediction
The bookmakers are in no doubt about who will win this game. FanDuel have the Minnesota United as big favorites with odds of +200, while the NYCFC are +105. 2 total goals are predicted.
With a record of five wins, five losses and three draws after 13 games, Minnesota United head into this game in 9th place in the league. The team has had five losses in the latest nine matches, bagging a total of 15 goals so far while conceding 14. This has mostly been because of performances from Robin Lod, who has six goals, and Luis Amarilla who has two. In their last game they fell to FC Dallas 1-2.
With a tally of 23 points so far this campaign, NYCFC are ready for the game and are also one of the top three teams in the standings. They beat Chicago Fire 1-0 last Sunday and the team has won in six of the latest seven matches and so far this campaign, they’ve managed seven wins, three losses and two draws. When they have come out on top this season, it’s generally been due to the capabilities of Valentin Castellanos and Thiago. Can the pair steerNYCFC to success here?
Going into this clash, Minnesota United will be missing Romain Metanire, Patrick Weah and Hassani Dotson. NYCFC will be without Anton Tinnerholm.
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Moneyline Pick: Minnesota United (+200) at FanDuel
Minnesota are the favorite team according to the betting market. The club could be having a better month, coming into the matchup with a recent win percentage that’s been very low. In contrast, NYCFC have a win percentage that’s been delicated.
Minnesota United vs NYCFC Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Minnesota United (+200), NYCFC (+105)
- Spread: NYCFC -0.5 (+110), Minnesota United 0.5 (-138)
- Over/Under: Under 2.5 Goals (+115), Over 2.5 Goals (-160)
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Minnesota United vs NYCFC Betting Trends
- Record last 10 games: Minnesota United 4-5-1, NYCFC 6-2-2
- Home/Road Split: Minnesota United (5-5-3), NYCFC (7-3-2)
- Head-To-Head: Minnesota United’s record is 2-1-1 in their last 2 matches against the NYCFC
- Match Type: League
Over/Under Pick: Under 2.5 Total Goals (+115) at BetMGM
Minnesota have averaged 1.0 goals per game up through now this month. NYCFC have recorded an average of 0.9 goals per game so far this month in comparison.
Spread Pick: NYCFC -0.5 Goals (+110) at SugarHouse
For the bet to be a winner, NYCFC will need to win by the amount of the spread or more.
