New York City FC vs New England Revolution
New England snatch win in stoppage
A late D. Gazdag strike seals a 2-1 victory away at New York City FC.
New England Revolution edged out New York City FC 2-1 in a tight Major League Soccer clash. Carles Gil opened the scoring early with a penalty, and although Luighi Hanri levelled for the hosts after the break, it was D. Gazdag's stoppage-time winner that clinched the points for New England. This result defied Fipster's medium-confidence prediction of a New York City FC win, proving the Revolution's resilience on the road.
Outcome probability
This MLS regular season fixture between New York City FC and New England Revolution promises to be a cracker, with both teams boasting solid attacking records and a history of tight contests.
Match factors
Nicolás Fernández Mercau's scoring threat at home
Nicolás Fernández Mercau leads with 14 goals and strong home form, posing a major threat to New England's defense
New York City FC's home scoring advantage
NYC FC averages 2.08 goals per home game, above league average, supporting predicted 3 goals
New England Revolution's consistent scoring streak
New England has scored in last 5 games, showing strong attacking momentum despite away challenges
Absence of Luca Langoni weakens New England attack
Langoni is confirmed out due to injury, removing a key attacker and assist provider from New England's lineup
Maximiliano Moralez's creative influence
Moralez's 6 assists in 14 games and role as main playmaker give NYC FC a creative edge
The context
Historically, these two sides have met 20 times with a fairly balanced rivalry: New York City FC have won 7, New England 6, and 7 matches ended in draws. Their encounters average 2.3 goals per game, suggesting an open and entertaining match ahead.
Key insights
Nicolás Fernández Mercau
New York City FC
Leads scoring charts with 14 goals, showing strong home form and a major threat to New England's defence.
Major League Soccer 26/2714 goals in 21 appearances, 0.67 goals/game
Maximiliano Moralez
New York City FC
Creative force with 6 assists in 14 games, providing key chances and playmaking ability.
Major League Soccer 26/276 assists in 14 appearances, 0.43 assists/game
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Luca Langoni
New England Revolution
Confirmed out with injury, removing a key attacking and assist option for New England.
Major League Soccer 26/276 assists in current season before injury
Analysis
New York City FC have a slight edge at home, averaging over two goals per game on their turf. Nicolás Fernández Mercau leads the charge with 14 goals this season, making him a key threat. Meanwhile, New England Revolution have been consistent scorers themselves, netting in their last five games, although they will miss Luca Langoni due to injury, which could blunt their attacking edge. Maximiliano Moralez’s creativity with six assists in 14 games gives NYC FC an added advantage in unlocking the opposition defence.
Key facts
- 1.In 20 head-to-head meetings, New York City FC have won 7, New England Revolution 6, with 7 draws.
- 2.Head-to-head matches average 2.3 total goals, supporting a high-scoring game.
- 3.New York City FC average 2.08 goals per home game, above the league average.
- 4.Nicolás Fernández Mercau is top scorer for NYC FC with 14 goals in 21 appearances.
- 5.New England Revolution have scored in their last 5 games, showing good attacking form.
- 6.Luca Langoni is out injured for New England, weakening their attack.
- 7.Maximiliano Moralez leads NYC FC with 6 assists in 14 games, providing creative spark.
- 8.The predicted halftime score is 1-1, indicating a balanced first half.
Prediction
Expect a high-scoring, closely contested match with New York City FC narrowly prevailing 3-2. The halftime scoreline is likely to be 1-1, reflecting an evenly matched first half before the home side pulls ahead in the second period.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — New York City FC
Away — New England Revolution
The verdict
This encounter should provide plenty of excitement and goals. New York City FC’s home scoring prowess and key players in form should just be enough to see them edge out New England Revolution in a thrilling 3-2 finish.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Gil
Penalty
Yusuf
Yellow Card
Yusuf
Polster
Yellow Card
Ojeda
O'Neill
Luighi Hanri
Assist: Fernández Mercau
Polster
Turgeman
Miller
Harrison
Goal cancelled
Traoré
Gazdag
Assist: Feingold
Sands
Match Statistics
New York City FC
4-3-3Starting XI
- 6J. SandsM
- 7N. Fernández MercauM
- 8A. PereaF
- 9B. TraoréF
- 13Thiago MartinsD
- 21A. O'NeillM
- 22K. O'TooleD
- 26A. OjedaF
- 34Raul GustavoD
- 35M. IleničD
- 49M. FreeseG
Substitutes
- 2Nico CavalloD
- 16A. MartínezF
- 17H. WolfF
- 20Luighi HanriF
- 23Maxwell MurrayD
- 24T. GrayD
- 30T. RomeroG
- 32J. ShoreM
- 88M. JonesF
New England Revolution
4-3-3Starting XI
- 2M. FofanaD
- 8M. PolsterD
- 10Carles GilM
- 11J. HarrisonF
- 21B. RainesM
- 22E. KohlerD
- 23W. SandsD
- 25P. MillerF
- 30M. TurnerG
- 80A. YusufM
- 99D. TurgemanF
Substitutes
- 4T. BeasonD
- 7G. YowF
- 12I. FeingoldD
- 14J. YueillM
- 16D. GazdagM
- 27W. HarrisF
- 33D. ParisianG
- 41L. LangoniF
- 77D. FagundezM
New York City FC
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luighi Hanri | F | 27 | 7.9 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| N. Fernández Mercau | M | 90 | 7.7 | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2/4 |
| M. Freese | G | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Ilenič | D | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | 2/2 |
| K. O'Toole | D | 90 | 6.8 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — |
| B. Traoré | F | 89 | 6.8 | — | — | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2/5 |
| Raul Gustavo | D | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Thiago Martins | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| J. Sands | M | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| A. Perea | F | 90 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/2 |
| A. O'Neill | M | 63 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| M. Jones | F | 1 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Ojeda | F | 63 | 6.1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0/1 |
| H. Wolf | F | 27 | 6.0 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 0/2 |
| Maxwell Murray | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nico Cavallo | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Shore | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. Gray | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. Romero | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Martínez | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
New England Revolution
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Gazdag | M | 18 | 7.6 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | — | — |
| M. Fofana | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| E. Kohler | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Carles Gil | M | 90 | 7.1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| M. Turner | G | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| I. Feingold | D | 18 | 7.0 | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | — |
| P. Miller | F | 80 | 6.8 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1/1 |
| B. Raines | M | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| L. Langoni | F | 10 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Yueill | M | 71 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0/1 |
| W. Harris | F | 10 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| M. Polster | D | 72 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| W. Sands | D | 95 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| J. Harrison | F | 80 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0/2 |
| D. Turgeman | F | 72 | 6.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| A. Yusuf | M | 19 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Fagundez | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| T. Beason | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| G. Yow | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Parisian | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |