New York Red Bulls vs FC Cincinnati – Match Preview

The stage is set for an exciting Major League Soccer match as the New York Red Bulls host FC Cincinnati. The game is on Friday, July 20th, 2024, at 23:30 GMT. It will take place at the Red Bull Arena. The Red Bulls are 9th with 38 points. FC Cincinnati is in 2nd place with 48 points. Both teams are eager for a win to start their campaign. A victory could greatly affect their league positions. Bookmakers predict a close match, slightly favoring the home team. This sets up a competitive showdown in Harrison, New Jersey.

New York Red Bulls – Form

The New York Red Bulls have had varied results recently. They drew 2-2 with CF Montreal on July 17, surprising many. Before that, they tied 1-1 with the Colorado Rapids. They also had a goalless match against the Philadelphia Union. Elias Manoel and Cameron Harper have been key players. However, the team hasn’t won in their last three games.

FC Cincinnati – Form

FC Cincinnati has shown strong away performance. They faced a 0:1 defeat against Chicago Fire FC on July 17, 2024. Before this, they won 3:2 against DC United. They also secured a 1:0 victory over FC Dallas. FC Cincinnati has been consistent in scoring, especially in away matches.

New York Red Bulls – FC Cincinnati – Head to Head

The last game between these teams was on April 6, 2024. The Red Bulls won 2-1. In their last 10 games, the Red Bulls won 3 times. FC Cincinnati won 4 times, and 3 games ended in a draw. Both teams scored in 4 of the last 5 matches. The Red Bulls have lost 4 home games in a row to FC Cincinnati.

New York Red Bulls – FC Cincinnati – Standings

In the standings, the New York Red Bulls are 9th with 38 points. FC Cincinnati is in 2nd place with 48 points. The 10-point difference shows Cincinnati’s strong season. Both teams aim to improve their positions as the season goes on.

New York Red Bulls vs FC Cincinnati – Top scorers

Lewis Morgan has been outstanding for the Red Bulls with 10 goals. Emil Forsberg and Cameron Harper have also been crucial. Elias Manoel and Wikelman Carmona have contributed as well. For FC Cincinnati, Luciano Acosta leads with 11 goals. Yuya Kubo, Luca Orellano, and Kevin Kelsy have been key players. Pavel Bucha has added 4 goals to their tally.

New York Red Bulls vs FC Cincinnati – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor the Red Bulls slightly with odds of 2.05. FC Cincinnati’s odds stand at 3.40 for an away win. A draw is at 3.60. The Red Bulls’ home performance and Cincinnati’s away record make this an unpredictable match. Injuries and suspensions could influence the outcome.

Alternative betting options include “halftime-fulltime” bets. The “draw-no-bet” market offers a safer bet on the Red Bulls at 1.50. The “double-chance” market provides odds of 1.30 for a Red Bulls win or draw.

New York Red Bulls vs FC Cincinnati – Over/Under Betting

Exploring the Over/Under market, the “Over 2.5” option at odds of 1.727 is appealing. This is based on the goal trends in recent matches. The “Under 2.5” option is at 2.075. It might attract those expecting a more strategic game.

New York Red Bulls vs FC Cincinnati – BTTS Betting

Odds of 1.615 for “BTTS: Yes” suggest both teams are likely to score. This is supported by their past encounters. The Red Bulls and FC Cincinnati have both shown they can score and concede goals. Thus, “BTTS: Yes” seems a probable bet.

New York Red Bulls vs FC Cincinnati – Prediction