Atlanta United vs New York City Prediction 29 March 2025
πIn the upcoming MLS clash, Atlanta United face off against New York City FC. Both teams sit in the middle of the standings, making every match crucial in their quest to climb higher. Known for their attacking prowess, Atlanta will look to capitalize on their home advantage. Meanwhile, New York City FC, traditionally strong defensively on the road, pose a formidable challenge. Recent encounters between these sides have often ended in draws, adding an element of suspense. Can Atlanta break their winless streak against New York, or will the visitors surprise once again?
Head-to-Head
πStatistical preview of official encounters between Atlanta United and New York City FC:
- 17 matches played;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 5, draws - 8;
- goals scored - 24 against 27;
- average total goals in the 1st half - 1.35, in the 2nd half - 1.65;
- average total goals per match - 3.
The last game took place on 17 July 2024 at Atlanta United's home ground and ended in a 2-2 draw.
Head-to-head statistics Atlanta United - New York City

Atlanta United Team Overview
Atlanta United sit 12th in the standings and are eager to climb higher. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last ten matches. They average 1.4 goals per game, but their defense often lets them down, conceding an average of 1.6 goals. Home games for Atlanta are typically high-scoring affairs, with the total going over 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 home fixtures. The team favors an attacking style, but they need to shore up their defense to achieve greater success.
Match Results: Atlanta United

New York City Team Overview
New York City are currently sitting 8th in the standings, showcasing consistent performances. Over their last ten matches, they have secured 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses. The team boasts a solid defense, conceding an average of 1.1 goals per game. However, their attacking prowess leaves much to be desired, averaging just 0.9 goals per match. On the road, New York often adopts a defensive approach, as evidenced by the trend of under 3.5 total goals in most of their games. In their last six away fixtures, they failed to score in five, which could pose a challenge in their upcoming clash with Atlanta.
Match Results: New York City
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 5, draws - 8.
Statistics: Atlanta United vs New York City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- number of wins: 1 vs 2;
- win percentage: 20% vs 40%;
- number of losses: 2 vs 1;
- number of draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 4 vs 4;
- number of losses: 4 vs 4;
- number of draws: 2 vs 2.
- Atlanta United has tied a draw in each of their last 4 MLS games against New York City.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.41, the guests - 1.59;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 14; at the home team's field - 8.
Statistics: Atlanta United vs New York City
- average total in the tournament: 2.8 vs 2.2;
- average total goals scored: 1.2 vs 1.2;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.4 vs 0.4;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.8 vs 0.8;
- Atlanta United: average total at home in the tournament - 1.33;
- New York City: average total away in the tournament - 0.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.5) vs 0.9 (away - 0.33).
- Atlanta United scored in the 1st half in 7 of the last 8 MLS home games against New York City.
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 9.59 (4.59 - for home team and 5 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 8.38 (5.25 - for home team and 3.13 - for away team).
Atlanta United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.4; at home field - 5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.2; at home field - 5.5.
New York City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.2, away - 2.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; away - 4.5.
- New York City has taken under 4.5 corners in 6 of the last 7 MLS away games against Atlanta United.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.82 (2.41 for home team and 2.41 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 5.26 (2.38 for home team and 2.88 for away team).
Atlanta United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.2; at home - 2.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.9; at home - 3.
New York City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.6, away - 1.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; away - 2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 17;
- both teams scored all-time - 14 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 8 times.
Statistics: Atlanta United vs New York City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 3;
- number of BTTS matches for Atlanta United at home - 2 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for New York City away - 1 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for Atlanta United at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for New York City away - 1 (17%).
Editor's Prediction
The clash between Atlanta United and New York City promises to be intense, considering the current form of both teams and their head-to-head stats. Atlanta showcase an attacking style at home but often falter defensively, while New York City tend to play cautiously on the road. Given the trend of over 2.5 goals in Atlanta's home games and New York's low scoring away, this bet seems the most reasonable.