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New York Red Bulls play Pachuca at the Red Bull Arena on Tuesday (July 30) in their second group fixture of the 2024 Leagues Cup. Their first one ended in a 5-4 shootout loss to Toronto FC.
The Red Bulls were held to a goalless stalemate by the Toronto side, who boasted a lion's share of possession. Both teams had four shots on target but couldn't find the back of the net as the match went to a shootout, where the Canadian side prevailed in sudden death.
After netting their first four penalties, New York missed their next three, as Cory Burke, Daniel Edelman and Andres Reyes fluffed their lines. However, courtesy of the draw, Sandro Schwarz's side earned a point, but failing to win their second game could jeopardise their progression hopes.
Here's the catch - Sandro Schwarz's side have won once in six competitive clashes, with the other five ending in draws. Unless their form improves, the Red Bulls will have difficulty progressing from the group stage.
Meanwhile, Pachuca have started the 2024 Liga MX Apertura on a rocky note, winning once in four games: a 2-0 win over San Luis at home. The Gophers will have to up their game to witness better results.
Pachuca vs New York Red Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- The two sides meet for the first time.
- New York have faced a Mexican side seven occasions times, winning thrice.
- The Gophers have failed to score in three of their four competitive games this season. Their only productive outing has been against San Luis in a 2-0 win in the Liga MX.
- In six competitive games, the Red Bulls have won just once: a 3-1 win over Cincinnati in MLS last Sunday.
Pachuca vs New York Red Bulls Prediction
Both sides are struggling recently, which could make for a damp squib. New York Red Bulls are the better side on paper, but their attack has lacked in flair lately. That should encourage Gophers to take the game to them and secure a draw.
Prediction: Pachuca 1-1 New York Red Bulls
Pachuca vs New York Red Bulls Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: Draw
Tip 2 - Goals over/under 2.5: Under 2.5
Tip 3 - Both teams to score: Yes
