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The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Orlando City take on an impressive New York City FC side in an important encounter at the Inter & Co Stadium on Saturday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will want to win this game.
Orlando City vs New York City FC Preview
New York City FC are in fifth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate this season. The away side played out a 2-2 draw against Atlanta United this week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Orlando City, on the other hand, are in seventh place in the league table and have been inconsistent over the past year. The hosts eased past Nashville SC by a 3-0 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Orlando City vs New York City FC Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- New York City FC have a good record against Orlando City and have won nine out of the 25 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Orlando City's seven victories.
- New York City FC have lost only two of their last 17 matches against Orlando City in all competitions in a run dating back to May 2017 and have won each of their last two such games.
- Orlando City are on a winning run of four matches on the trot and have scored 11 goals in their last three games.
Orlando City vs New York City FC Prediction
New York City FC have an impressive squad at their disposal and have a point to prove going into this game. Mounsef Bakrar found the back of the net against Atlanta United and will look to add to his goal tally on Saturday.
Orlando City have blown hot and cold this season and will need to be at their best this weekend. New York City FC are the better team and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Orlando City 2-3 New York City FC
Orlando City vs New York City FC Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - New York City FC to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Orlando City to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Ramiro Enrique to score - Yes
