New York Red Bulls welcome New England Revolution to the Red Bull Arena in the group stage of the Leagues Cup on Saturday (July 22). The two teams are drawn alongside Atletico San Luis in Group East 4 in the competition.
For the first time, the Leagues Cup will feature 47 teams, all teams from the MLS (29) and Liga MX (18). Only two teams, Los Angeles FC (MLS Cup winners) and Pachuca (Liga MX winners) have earned a direct place in the knockouts.
New York have suffered two straight defeats, including a 3-1 loss at Real Salt Lake on Sunday. New England, meanwhile, have won their two games, including a 4-0 win over DC United on Sunday, with Ian Harkes bagging a brace.
New York have suffered three defeats in their last four games. At home, they have suffered three defeats in their last six outings. Interestingly, they have been the better side against New England, recording three straight wins. At home, New York have had seven wins in their last nine meetings against them.
The Revs have been in good touch recently, suffering one defeat in ten games. They're winless in six away games across competitions, though. Nonetheless, considering the recent form of both teams, expect a low-scoring draw.
Prediction: New York 1-1 New England
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Goals - Over/Under 2.5 Goals - Under 2.5 goals
Tip 3: At least a goal to be scored in the first half - Yes
Tip 4: Franuel Amaya to score or assist any time - Yes
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