New England Revolution will welcome New York City FC at Gillette Stadium in Major League Soccer on Saturday. Both sides will be keen on holding the line after returning to winning ways in their previous matches.
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New England Revolution dropped nine points in their last five matches but recovered in their last fixture, as they beat Atlanta United 1-0. The hosts have been unable to demonstrate considerable consistency since the start of the campaign. This game comes as another test to show if they can record two wins in a row.
The Revs have won twice out of seven matches in the new season, drawing once and losing four times. They sit 12th on seven points in the Eastern Conference table. New England need to claim maximum points on Sunday to avoid being outpaced by 13th-placed D.C. United (six points).
New York City FC halted a winless run of three games after they defeated Philadelphia Union 1-0 in their last meeting. The visitors will be looking to record a further win to boost their confidence levels. They could enter the top five of the Eastern Conference table if they win but could also lose their position if they fail to succeed.
The Pigeons are 10th-placed on 11 points after winning three matches out of eight, drawing two and losing three. The 2021 MLS Cup winners finished 13th overall last season and reached the playoffs conference semi-finals. The sky could be their limit this time around. NYCFC prevailed 2-1 in their last meeting with New England Revolution.
New England will hope to make the most of their home advantage but that may not be enough. They have been overwhelmed at their turf a couple of times this term.
New York City have succeeded at the Gillette Stadium many times but this is a different squad and may not replicate that feat.
New England are the favorites based on home advantage and determination.
Prediction: New England 2-1 New York City
Tip 1: Result – New England to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: New England to score first – Yes
Tip 4: New York City to score - Yes