New York City vs D.C. United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 03 May 2026
MLS Betting Preview: New York City vs D.C. United
New York City go head-to-head with D.C. United at Citi Field, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Sunday 3 May.
United are capable of competing hard against New York City. On this basis, we’ll wager the away team on the Asian Handicap +0.75 at +102, meaning that our stake is divided between 0.5 and +1.0.
New York City FC lost away from home in their last game. CF Montréal won 1-0 at Saputo Stadium. Pascal Jansen's team dominated possession with 65% of the ball and recorded two shots on target.
D.C. United claimed a 3-2 home victory over Orlando City at Audi Field in their previous game. The Black-and-Red enjoyed just 39% possession and had eight shots on goal, with Jackson Hopkins, Louis Munteanu and Kye Rowles finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
United have not lost any of the past three games against City. In their last clash, United travelled to Yankee Stadium and landed a 2-1 victory. The past 10 H2H matches have resulted in five City wins, two draws and three United victories.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 |  NYCFC |
10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 19 | 16 | 3 | 19:16 | 12 |
| 20 |  D.C. United |
10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 11:15 | 12 |
City have 3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.9 goals from 5.5 shots on goal and 12.7 attempts. The Pigeons have averaged 57.5% possession and 3.6 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.6 goals from 4.8 shots on goal, 12.0 attempts and 4.2 corners.
Nicolas Fernandez is the top goalscorer with 8, Agustin Ojeda has 3, with Talles Magno and two other players on 2. Leading assistor is Maxi Moralez with 6.
United have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.1 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts. There’s been an average of 41.9% possession, 4.2 corners taken and 4.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.5 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 11.8 attempts.
Tai Baribo has landed 6 goals, Jackson Hopkins 2, with Louis Munteanu and two others scoring 1. Peglow has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
New York City predicted lineup (4-3-3): Matt Freese (GK), Strahinja Tanasijevic, Thiago Martins, Kai Trewin, Kevin OToole, Keaton Parks, Maxi Moralez, Aiden O'Neill, Agustin Ojeda, Nicolas Fernandez Mercau, Arnau Farnós.
D.C. United predicted lineup (4-4-2): Sean Johnson (GK), Silvan Hefti, Lucas Bartlett, Kye Rowles, Keisuke Kurokawa, Aaron Herrera, Matti Peltola, Brandon Servania, Peglow, Jackson Hopkins, Louis Munteanu.
New York City vs D.C. United Prediction & Betting Tips
Join us as we dissect the best New York City vs D.C. United betting tips — from our expert match prediction and correct score advice to a sharp corners pick, top player prop insights and a ready-made bet builder.
Match Prediction
United +0.75 could be the best way forward at odds of +102 in this MLS encounter. We feel optimistic that the underdogs can punch above their weight and be tough to beat.
Our football picks always stem from lots of research and it begins by looking at the latest MLS team news and current form. When we have a strong view of what might happen, we match up the latest numbers.
Key New York City vs D.C. United league stats:
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 49.5% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we can recommend this wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There’s plenty of juice to be found by backing the two teams to draw 1-1. We can’t pass up the odds of +540 when it comes to correct score betting and it’s a fun wager.
Player Prop Picks
Louis Munteanu (United) is available at +300 to be among the goals. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and we recommend backing this Anytime Goalscorer selection.
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Corners Prediction
New York City have failed to cover the 6.5 corners line in five straight games, while United have let the opposition have an average of 4.90 corners in their last 10 matches. There is juice when it comes to going under the City Team Corners line and this is priced at -141.
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Bet Builder Tips
Get in the game with a bet builder. Our picks are United to cover the +0.75 Asian Handicap, both teams to find the net merged with New York City to record under 6.5 corners.
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New York City vs D.C. United Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With the bookies giving them a 63% probability of winning, New York City FC might be a popular acca pick. Their current betting odds are -167 when it comes to triumphing in this MLS clash. If you’re searching for a different slant, D.C. United are available at +430.
As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between City at +112, United at +410 or the draw at +133.
The Total Goals market indicates that Over 2.5 Goals is the betting favourite right now. The Both Teams to Score market is always popular and BTTS Yes can be backed at -137.
There are hundreds of markets when it comes to betting on the MLS coupon and we recommend visiting the leading betting sites to find the football bet that matches your view on the game.
Those interested in favourite Nicolás Fernández Mercau to find the net first are able to get +280. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is -105.
New York City haven’t tasted victory at Citi Field in the previous three matches. Pascal Jansen's team have clocked up three wins, two defeats and one draw in the past 6 home games, recording an average of 1.00 goals per match and conceding 1.17.
United have failed to win in their last four matches on their travels. The Black-and-Red have finished with five draws, three defeats and two win in the previous 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 1.30.
The last Citi Field meeting saw United beat City 2-1.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City Home Stats |
3-1-2 | 2.17 | 1.00 | 1.17 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |
| D.C. United Away Stats |
2-5-3 | 2.50 | 1.20 | 1.30 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- MLS: 31/08 2025 New York City 1 D.C. United 2
- MLS: 15/05 2025 D.C. United 0 New York City 0
- MLS: 15/09 2024 D.C. United 1 New York City 1
- MLS: 21/04 2024 New York City 2 D.C. United 0
- MLS: 08/10 2023 D.C. United 2 New York City 0
- MLS: 19/03 2023 New York City 3 D.C. United 2
- MLS: 01/09 2022 New York City 1 D.C. United 2
- MLS: 19/05 2022 D.C. United 0 New York City 2
- MLS: 24/10 2021 New York City 6 D.C. United 0
- MLS: 28/06 2021 New York City 2 D.C. United 1
New York City League Stats
D.C. United League Stats
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 2.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 3.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 7.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 4.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 5.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 57.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 53.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 41.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 41.30% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for New York City this season are Nicolas Fernandez (8), Agustin Ojeda (3), Hannes Wolf (2)
- Top Assistors for New York City this season are Maxi Moralez (6), Agustin Ojeda (2), Aiden O'Neill (1)
New York City vs D.C. United Lineups & Team News
Get the latest team news for City vs United before you bet. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for the MLS along with the latest injury news.
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
D.C. United Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
D.C. United Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Previous New York City Lineups
Previous D.C. United Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
New York City Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Pascal Jansen
D.C. United Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SJ Earthquakes | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 25:6 | 27 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 25:5 | 24 |
| 3 | Nashville SC | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 21:6 | 22 |
| 4 | Los Angeles FC | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 17:6 | 20 |
| 5 | Seattle Sounders | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 12:4 | 19 |
| 6 | Inter Miami | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 19:15 | 19 |
| 7 | Chicago Fire | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 17:8 | 17 |
| 8 | Minnesota Utd | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 11:14 | 17 |
| 9 | NE Revolution | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 17:12 | 16 |
| 10 | Real Salt Lake | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 17:14 | 16 |
| 11 | Charlotte FC | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 18:18 | 14 |
| 12 | Colorado Rapids | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 22:18 | 13 |
| 13 | FC Dallas | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 18:15 | 13 |
| 14 | Toronto FC | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 17:19 | 13 |
| 15 | Houston Dynamo | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 12:18 | 12 |
| 16 | NYCFC | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 19:16 | 12 |
| 17 | Columbus Crew | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 14:13 | 12 |
| 18 | LA Galaxy | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 15:16 | 12 |
| 19 | FC Cincinnati | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 19:23 | 12 |
| 20 | D.C. United | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 11:15 | 12 |
| 21 | NY Red Bulls | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 16:25 | 12 |
| 22 | San Diego | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 17:17 | 11 |
| 23 | Portland Timbers | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 13:19 | 10 |
| 24 | Austin FC | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 14:19 | 10 |
| 25 | CF Montréal | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 13:20 | 9 |
| 26 | Atlanta United | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 9:17 | 7 |
| 27 | Orlando City | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 12:29 | 7 |
| 28 | St. Louis | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 9:16 | 6 |
| 29 | Philadelphia | 10 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 9:17 | 5 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7:25 | 4 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 21:4 | 21 |
| 2 | Los Angeles FC | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 13:4 | 13 |
| 3 | Nashville SC | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 16:4 | 12 |
| 4 | SJ Earthquakes | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 13:2 | 12 |
| 5 | NE Revolution | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12:2 | 12 |
| 6 | Chicago Fire | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11:2 | 12 |
| 7 | Real Salt Lake | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11:7 | 12 |
| 8 | Charlotte FC | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12:5 | 10 |
| 9 | FC Cincinnati | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11:7 | 10 |
| 10 | Toronto FC | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 14:13 | 10 |
| 11 | FC Dallas | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 13:12 | 10 |
| 12 | Colorado Rapids | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 14:6 | 9 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:2 | 9 |
| 14 | Houston Dynamo | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6:6 | 9 |
| 15 | NYCFC | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 16:11 | 8 |
| 16 | Austin FC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6:4 | 8 |
| 17 | Columbus Crew | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5:3 | 8 |
| 18 | San Diego | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 11:6 | 7 |
| 19 | LA Galaxy | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8:6 | 7 |
| 20 | Minnesota Utd | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 21 | NY Red Bulls | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9:9 | 7 |
| 22 | Portland Timbers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7:8 | 7 |
| 23 | CF Montréal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:3 | 6 |
| 24 | Orlando City | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 9:9 | 6 |
| 25 | D.C. United | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5:8 | 6 |
| 26 | St. Louis | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 27 | Atlanta United | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7:11 | 4 |
| 28 | Inter Miami | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5:5 | 3 |
| 29 | Philadelphia | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2:5 | 1 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:10 | 1 |
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