Orlando City SC vs New York City FC
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Challenge a friendOrlando City SC and New York City FC face off in the 31st round of the regular season, with Orlando looking to leverage their strong home form and attacking prowess.
The context
Historically, New York City FC have the upper hand with 9 wins out of 19 meetings, while Orlando City SC have managed only 2 wins and 8 draws. Matches between these sides average 3 goals, with New York City FC scoring more overall. However, current season dynamics suggest a shift in momentum.
Match factors
Orlando City's potent home attack led by Ojeda and Griezmann
Ojeda and Griezmann combine for 22 goals this season with strong home form, likely to exploit NYCFC's defense.
Agustin Ojeda's creative influence for NYCFC
Ojeda's 10 assists and consistent starts make him a key playmaker to watch against Orlando's defense.
Orlando City's higher average goals scored per game
Orlando averages 1.93 goals per game vs NYCFC's 1.45, supporting the predicted 4-1 scoreline.
Griezmann's recent scoring surge
Griezmann scored 4 goals in last 5 games, including 3 at home, indicating strong current form.
No confirmed absences for either team
Both teams have full squads available, ensuring strongest lineups and tactical plans.
Analysis
Orlando City SC boast a higher average goals scored per game (1.93) compared to New York City FC's 1.45, underpinned by the impressive form of Martín Ojeda and Antoine Griezmann. Ojeda leads with 14 goals this season, including a strong home scoring rate, while Griezmann has netted 4 goals in his last 5 games, including 3 at home. New York City's creative force, Agustin Ojeda, with 10 assists, will look to unlock Orlando's defence, but the home side's attacking depth and recent momentum give them the edge.
Key insights
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Martín Ojeda
Orlando City SC
Leads team scoring with 14 goals, strong recent form with 4 goals in last 5 games, and excellent home scoring rate.
Major League Soccer 26/2714 goals in 23 appearances, 0.61 goals/game
Antoine Griezmann
Orlando City SC
Exceptional goal and assist contribution for a midfielder, with 4 goals in last 5 games and 3 goals in last 2 home fixtures.
Major League Soccer 26/278 goals in 11 appearances, 0.73 goals/game
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Agustin Ojeda
New York City FC
Leading assister with 10 assists, consistent starter, and strong recent form with 2 assists in last 5 games.
Major League Soccer 26/2710 assists in 29 appearances, 0.34 assists/game
Prediction
Expect Orlando City SC to take an early lead, reflected in a predicted 2-0 halftime score, before extending their advantage to a 4-1 fulltime victory. The match is also likely to see around 4 cards, indicating a competitive but controlled encounter.
Key facts
- 1.In 19 meetings, New York City FC lead with 9 wins, Orlando City SC have 2 wins, and 8 draws.
- 2.Matches between these teams average 3.0 goals per game.
- 3.Orlando City SC average 1.93 goals per game this season, higher than New York City FC's 1.45.
- 4.Martín Ojeda is Orlando's top scorer with 14 goals, including strong home form.
- 5.Antoine Griezmann has scored 4 goals in his last 5 games, with 3 at home.
- 6.Agustin Ojeda leads New York City FC with 10 assists this season.
- 7.No confirmed absences for either team, ensuring full-strength lineups.
The verdict
With both teams fielding full-strength squads, the tactical battle will be fascinating, but Orlando City's home advantage and attacking form should see them comfortably through.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Orlando City SC
Away — New York City FC
Prediction generated 18 Oct 2026, 01:35 UTC · Fipster Model v1.164
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
Prediction Q&A
- Who does Fipster predict will win Orlando City SC vs New York City FC?
- Fipster's AI model predicts Orlando City SC to win against New York City FC.
- What is the predicted score for Orlando City SC vs New York City FC?
- Fipster predicts a final score of Orlando City SC 4–1 New York City FC.
- What are the win probabilities for Orlando City SC vs New York City FC?
- Fipster's model gives Orlando City SC a 90% chance of winning, New York City FC a 5% chance, and a 5% chance of a draw.
- How confident is Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigns this prediction 90% confidence — a high-confidence call.