NY Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati Betting Odds and Free Pick

A big game this weekend in the MLS Eastern Conference when the NY Red Bulls host FC Cincinnati.

The Red Bulls managed to salvage a point in their last game, drawing 2-2 with Montreal despite being a man down for the final 18 minutes.

On the other hand, Cincinnati was again surprised and lost at home to Chicago Fire by 0-1, losing the conference lead.

NY Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati Betting Odds and Info

Why Bet on the NY Red Bulls?

New York Red Bulls have managed to maintain an undefeated streak of seven games, but they have drawn six of them, four of them in a row, which has not allowed them to move up in the standings. With 38 points, they are fourth in the East, 12 points behind leaders Inter Miami.

On the last matchday, they drew at home with CF Montreal. Wikelman Carmona and Mathieu Choiniere (own goal) scored the goals for the New Yorkers, while the Canadians scored twice through Venezuelan Josef Martínez.

At home, the Red Bulls have been unbeatable, with six wins and five draws in 11 games, scoring 22 goals and conceding nine. They are the only club in the league that has not lost at home.

With ten goals, Scotland’s Lewis Morgan is the team’s top scorer. However, Emil Forsberg is injured, and his absence is noticeable. The Swede has six goals and three assists this season but is doubtful for the weekend game. Those who will be absent are defender John Tolkin, who has been called up by the United States for the Olympics, and captain Sean Nealis, who was sent off.

Why Bet on FC Cincinnati?

Cincinnati continues to surprise but for the worse. They had already lost a few days ago at home against Charlotte (1-3), and now it was, also at home, versus Chicago Fire, who were second to last in their conference. It was 0-1 with a solitary goal by midfielder Brian Gutierrez.

Now, the Orange and Blue lost the leadership, being two points behind Inter Miami. But the most worrying thing is the level of Pat Noonan’s team, which has dropped noticeably, especially when they play at home, where they have lost five of their last six matches. However, they are the best visitors with nine wins, one draw, and one defeat.

Noonan was sent off in the last game, so he will not be on the bench this weekend. Neither will Alvas Powell, who received two yellow cards. The most important player is Luciano Acosta. The Argentine, MVP last season and putting up numbers to win it this season, did not play on Wednesday and is doubtful for the weekend. Acosta has 11 goals and 15 assists, directly participating in 26 of the team’s 43 goals.

Possibly, the only good news is the return of Miles Robinson, while Matthew Miazga and Nick Hagglund remain injured.

Final Betting Analysis: New York Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati

The last time they met was on April 6 of this year, and NY Red Bulls won 1-2 as visitors with goals from Frankie Amaya and Dante Vanzeir. However, playing in New York, the locals have seven games without wins, with two defeats and five draws. The last time they won was on March 1, 2020.

The numbers at Gambyl Exchange have the NY Red Bulls as the favorite. Their Moneyline shows 2.05, Cincinnati has 3.40, and the draw is at 3.60.

It will be a great duel between two of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. The Red Bulls bring an undefeated record with several draws, and if Cincinnati is without Luciano Acosta, their performance drops notably, so we believe it will be a tie. Go for a 2-2.

Go for a draw. If you bet $100 at 3.40, you will gain $240 for a total payout of $340.

New York Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati Betting Pick: Draw