MLS· Regular Season - 14· Sports Illustrated Stadium
New York Red Bulls
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New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC Prediction & Betting Tips
Sunday, 17 May 2026 · Kick-off
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| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH2 +1.5New York City FC +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 88% | 1.13 | - |
| X2New York City FC or Draw | 77% | 1.30 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 70% | 1.43 | - |
| AH1 +1.5New York Red Bulls +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 68% | 1.46 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 68% | 1.47 | - |
| 1XNew York Red Bulls or Draw | 61% | 1.65 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 52% | 1.94 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 48% | 2.06 | - |
| 2New York City FC to win | 39% | 2.54 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 32% | 3.11 | - |
| AH2 -1.5New York City FC -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 32% | 3.17 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 30% | 3.30 | - |
| 1New York Red Bulls to win | 23% | 4.39 | - |
| AH1 -1.5New York Red Bulls -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 12% | 8.43 | - |
New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC preview & analysis
Match preview
New York Red Bulls host New York City FC in the MLS (Regular Season - 14) at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Sunday, 17 May 2026, with kick-off at 23:30 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, New York Red Bulls have won 1, New York City FC have won 5 and 0 ended level. Those games averaged 3.7 goals, and both teams scored in 4 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes New York City FC narrow favourites: New York Red Bulls 23%, draw 38%, New York City FC 39%. We expect around 3.6 goals (1.5 - 2.1 in expected goals), with 70% for over 2.5 and 68% for both teams to score.
Head to head
MLS table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
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| 1 |  Nashville SC | 29 | 20 | 6 | 3 | +41 | 66 |
| 2 |  Inter Miami | 29 | 14 | 10 | 5 | +20 | 52 |
| 3 |  New England Revolution | 29 | 15 | 4 | 10 | +7 | 49 |
| 4 |  Chicago Fire | 29 | 14 | 6 | 9 | +9 | 48 |
| 5 |  Charlotte | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | +8 | 46 |
| 6 |  Philadelphia Union | 29 | 13 | 6 | 10 | +13 | 45 |
| 7 |  Orlando City SC | 29 | 11 | 5 | 13 | -15 | 38 |
| 8 | New York Red Bulls | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | -15 | 36 |
| 9 |  FC Cincinnati | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | -8 | 36 |
| 10 | New York City FC | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | +2 | 33 |
| 11 |  Toronto FC | 29 | 7 | 12 | 10 | -11 | 33 |
| 12 |  DC United | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | -11 | 33 |
| 13 |  Columbus Crew | 29 | 9 | 5 | 15 | -3 | 32 |
| 14 |  Atlanta United FC | 29 | 8 | 6 | 15 | -12 | 30 |
| 15 |  CF Montreal | 29 | 6 | 6 | 17 | -24 | 24 |
New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC: FAQ
Who is the favourite to win New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC?
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New York City FC are favourites. Our model gives New York Red Bulls a 23% chance of winning, New York City FC 39%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC?
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We rate both teams to score at 68%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC kick off?
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New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC kicks off at 23:30 UTC on Sunday, 17 May 2026 at Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison.
