New York City vs New York Red Bulls Prediction 17 May 2025
πThe clash between New York City and New York Red Bulls promises to be an intriguing affair. The teams have shown different forms in recent weeks, but both are eager to solidify their positions in the mid-table. New York City have been inconsistent with a disappointing run of games, yet they tend to perform more confidently on home turf. Meanwhile, the Red Bulls consistently find the back of the net even on the road, although victories aren't always guaranteed. A tense battle for points is anticipated, considering the current form of both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 23 November 2024 and ended with a 0-2 scoreline. Here's a comparison of the stats from that encounter (New York City were the home side):
- possession percentage: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 13 vs 5;
- fouls: 11 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 8 vs 4.
πAnalytical review of past official matches between New York City and New York Red Bulls:
- 33 matches played;
- wins for the home side - 12, for the visitors - 17, draws - 4;
- goals scored (home/away) - 40 to 54;
- average total goals per match - 2.85.
Head-to-head statistics New York City - New York Red Bulls

New York City Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the MLS tournament, with D.C. United hosting New York City FC. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (New York City FC vs D.C. United):
- possession: 58% vs 42%;
- corners: 9 vs 4;
- fouls: 12 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
New York City FC find themselves in ninth place in the standings and are struggling offensively, averaging just 0.7 goals over their last 10 matches. The "Citizens" favor a defensive approach, maintaining possession in their own half. Despite their lackluster scoring, they typically play with discipline and compactness at home. Their recent encounter with the Red Bulls ended in a 2-0 defeat, prompting considerations for strategic adjustments.
Match Results: New York City

NY Red Bulls Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the MLS, where Nashville hosted New York Red Bulls. The game ended with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (New York Red Bulls vs Nashville):
- possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corners: 6 vs 5;
- fouls: 14 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 7.
New York Red Bulls sit in eighth place, just above their rivals in the standings, thanks to their recent form-five wins out of ten games highlight the Bulls' consistency. They play an aggressive style, focusing on quick attacks and high pressing, which allows them to create numerous chances in front of the opponent's goal. However, their winless streak on the road now stretches to seven consecutive matches-a concern for the club heading into this derby.
Match Results: NY Red Bulls
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 33;
- home team wins - 12, away team wins - 17, draws - 4.
Statistics: New York City vs NY Red Bulls
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- wins: 5 vs 5;
- win percentage: 38% vs 38%;
- losses: 5 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 5 vs 4;
- draws: 2 vs 1.
- NY Red Bulls have not won in last 7 away games (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.21, the guests - 1.64;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.85;
- both teams scored: overall - 14; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: New York City vs NY Red Bulls
- average total in the tournament: 2.08 vs 2.69;
- average total goals scored: 1 vs 1.54;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.31 vs 0.85;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.69 vs 0.69;
- New York City: average total at home in the tournament - 1.17;
- NY Red Bulls: average total away in the tournament - 0.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.7 (home - 0.75) vs 2 (away - 1.4).
- NY Red Bulls have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 games against New York City.
- NY Red Bulls have scored under 1.5 goals in last 8 away games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
New York City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.15; at home field - 6.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.9; at home field - 6.25.
NY Red Bulls: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.77, away - 3.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.4; away - 4.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.06 (2.03 for home team and 2.03 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.57 (2.07 for home team and 2.5 for away team).
New York City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.46; at home - 1.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.1; at home - 1.5.
NY Red Bulls: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.23, away - 2.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.4; away - 3.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 33;
- both teams scored all-time - 14 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 7 times.
Statistics: New York City vs NY Red Bulls
- number of matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 5 vs 7;
- number of BTTS matches for New York City at home - 3 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for NY Red Bulls away - 3 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 2 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for New York City at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for NY Red Bulls away - 4 (80%).