Pre-game odds
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odds |
2.40
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3.50
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2.88
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| Prob. |
41.7%
|
28.6%
|
34.7%
|
Key points
Four important facts that will determine the result of the game between St. Louis CITY SC and New York City FC:
1. **Form**: St. Louis CITY SC has had a strong start, while New York City FC's performance has been mixed.
2. **Head-to-head record**: This will be the first meeting between the two clubs, so no previous direct history exists to consider.
3. **Home advantage**: St. Louis CITY SC will have the home field advantage at St. Louis CITY Park, which can be crucial in determining the outcome.
4. **Recent home and away form**: St. Louis CITY SC has been strong at home, while New York City FC has shown inconsistency in their away games.
Recent form
St. Louis CITY
In the recent games, St. Louis City had a mixed run with 5 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses. They showed promise with wins over teams like Los Angeles FC and Houston Dynamo, but also faced defeats like against Louisville City. While they managed to secure draws in multiple matches, consistency seemed to be a challenge. In Major League Soccer, their form has been slightly better with 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses. They had notable victories over teams such as Minnesota United FC and Sporting Kansas City but also experienced heavy defeats against Seattle Sounders and Sporting Kansas City. St. Louis City will need to focus on maintaining their momentum and tightening their defense to improve their overall performance.
New York City FC
In the recent stretch, New York City FC has shown inconsistent form with 5 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses. They had a strong run with wins against Toronto FC, Orlando City SC, and Chicago Fire but also suffered defeats against Charlotte and DC United. In the Major League Soccer specifically, they have secured 4 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. Their most recent match resulted in a loss to Charlotte, breaking their previous winning streak. New York City FC's ability to maintain a balance between wins and losses will be crucial in determining their future performance.
Recent home/away form
St. Louis CITY has been on a solid run at home recently, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last six matches. They have scored a total of 9 goals while conceding 7, resulting in a goal difference of +2. This averages out to 2 goals scored per game and just over 1 goal conceded. With this strong attacking form, they have been able to secure valuable points, earning a total of 11 points out of a possible 18 in these home fixtures. Notable wins include a 2-1 victory over Houston Dynamo in the CONCACAF Champions League, and a 1-0 win against Los Angeles FC.
W3 D2 L1
Goals scored: 9 (1.5 per game)
Goals conceded: 7 (1.17 per game)
Goal difference: 2
Points won: 11/18 (1.83 per game)
Both teams scored: 5 (83%)
New York City FC's recent away game record shows inconsistency with 1 win, 2 draws, and 3 losses. They scored a total of 6 goals but conceded 9, resulting in a goal difference of -3. This translates to an average of 1 goal scored per game and 1.5 goals conceded per game. Despite the mixed results, they earned 5 points out of a possible 18 in these fixtures. The team will need to tighten up their defense to improve their away form and secure more positive outcomes on the road.
W1 D2 L3
Goals scored: 6 (1 per game)
Goals conceded: 9 (1.5 per game)
Goal difference: -3
Points won: 5/18 (0.83 per game)
Both teams scored: 4 (67%)
Head-to-head
As of my last update on February 28, 2024, there is limited information available about head-to-head statistics between St. Louis CITY SC (MLS expansion team debuting in 2023) and New York City FC since both teams have not faced each other extensively due to their recent entry into Major League Soccer (MLS). However, I can provide you with some relevant data based on the most current sources at hand:
1. **First Meeting**: The first meeting between these two clubs occurred during the MLS regular season in 2023. Since then, they might have played a few matches against each other, but specific details for the year 2024 are not readily available in the search results provided.
2. **Recent Results**: To give an idea of their performance, here's what I found from the previous seasons:
- In July 2023, NYCFC defeated St. Louis CITY by a score of 6-0, which was one of the largest margins of victory in MLS history.
Please note that this information may change as more games occur between them. For up-to-date head-to-head statistics, it would be best to consult official MLS websites or sports news outlets once new matchups take place.