New York City vs Orlando City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Mar 2026
MLS Betting Preview: New York City vs Orlando City
New York City welcome Orlando City to Yankee Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Saturday 7 March.
Let’s play the Total Goals market where we can get Over 2.5 to be scored at tasty odds of -152. There’s every chance that New York City and Orlando will deliver a return and we think this is value wager.
New York City FC won last time out by a 2-1 scoreline. It was away from home against Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park. The Pigeons had 53% possession and managed nine shots on target, with Hannes Wolf and Tayvon Gray scoring one goal each.
Orlando City suffered a second straight league defeat when losing 4-2 in their previous MLS game. This was at home to Inter Miami at Inter&Co Stadium. Oscar Pareja's side enjoyed just 39% possession and had five shots on goal, with Marco Pasalic and Martin Ojeda both on target.
Head-to-Head Statistics
NYCFC have claimed victories in the last two encounters against Orlando. A 2-1 away victory at Inter&Co Stadium followed a 2-1 home win at Yankee Stadium. There have been six NYCFC victories, three draws and one Orlando win in the previous 10 H2H games.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 |  NYCFC |
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 26 |  Orlando City |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 3:6 | 0 |
NYCFC have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.9 goals from 4.9 shots on goal and 7.8 attempts. Pascal Jansen's team have averaged 54.4% possession and 4.3 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 2.0 goals from 4.1 shots on goal, 8.3 attempts and 5.5 corners.
Top goalscorer Nicolas Fernandez has found the net 5 times, Alonso Martinez 2, with Hannes Wolf and two other players on 1. Maxi Moralez is the leading assists maker on 2.
Orlando have 1 victory, 6 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.4 goals from 5.7 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts. There’s been an average of 47.4% possession, 4.5 corners awarded and 4.6 corners against, while they’ve conceded 2.5 goals from 7.9 shots on goal and 12.4 attempts.
Martin Ojeda has top scored with 3, while Marco Pasalic, Duncan McGuire and Alex Freeman are next on 2. Tyrese Spicer is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 2.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
New York City predicted lineup (4-3-3): Matt Freese (GK), Tayvon Gray, Thiago Martins, Raul Gustavo, Kevin OToole, Aiden O'Neill, Keaton Parks, Maxi Moralez, Nicolas Fernandez Mercau, Hannes Wolf, Agustin Ojeda.
Orlando City predicted lineup (4-4-2): Maxime Crépeau (GK), Griffin Dorsey, Nolan Miller, David Brekalo, Tahir Reid-Brown, Marco Pašalić, Braian Ojeda, Eduard Atuesta, Iván Angulo, Duncan McGuire, Martin Ojeda.
New York City vs Orlando City Prediction & Betting Tips
Step into New York City vs Orlando City with confidence, armed with our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, top corners angle, key player prop plays and a custom-built bet builder for maximum value.
Match Prediction
There’s a strong argument for backing Over 2.5 Goals at attractive odds of -152 based on the information to hand. We’re expecting at least three goals to be scored in this MLS clash.
The form guide is always considered and it’s great to also use the MLS team news as it filters through ahead of kick-off. In our quest for the best possible football predictions, the latest stats are scrutinised so that we have the best data.
Key New York City vs Orlando City league stats:
The top bookmakers are estimating that there is a 60.2% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our tipsters have this number closer to 70% based on their in-depth research. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.
If you’re anticipating a few goals to be scored, there’s the option to back Over 3.5 Goals at larger odds. There’s the opportunity to celebrate when both teams score, with four or more needed in total.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Orlando
There are betting odds of +600 that NYCFC land a 2-1 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.
Player Prop Picks
Hannes Wolf (NYCFC) has registered five goals in his past ten MLS home games. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing based on the stats and we’ll take a chance on him at odds of +170.
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Corners Prediction
The 4.5 corners line has not been covered by New York City in five straight games, while the past four Orlando away matches have seen under 4.5 corners conceded. It stands to reason that the line won’t be reached and you can secure odds of +108 for this NYCFC Team Corners bet.
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Bet Builder Tips
There’s everything to like about this same-game multi including three or more goals, New York City to win as well as New York City to finish with under 4.5 corners.
The bet builder option is great for football fans wanting a personalised multi-leg wager on the same game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single bet. The odds can combine to great effect.
New York City vs Orlando City 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.
At betting odds of -135, the bookies make New York City FC probable winners and there’s a 57% likelihood that the favourites triumph in this MLS encounter. Orlando City are regarded as the least likely winner at +335.
Stake is split between -0.5 and -1.0 when betting NYCFC -0.75 at -108 on the Asian Handicap. Beating Orlando by 2+ goals sees a full payout. Winning by one goal means a return on the former and a push on the latter.
If you want to bet on three goals or more, then Over 2.5 is the shortest odds. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -167.
The good news is that you can access hundreds of markets for any MLS match. All the leading football betting sites have a massive range of pre-match and In-Play betting options.
There is +170 available that Hannes Wolf finds the net, while he is available at +480 to register the first goal which makes him favourite.
NYCFC have finished with six wins, three losses and one draw in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.90 goals per game and conceding 1.20.
Orlando haven’t tasted victory in five consecutive matches on the road. Oscar Pareja's side have clocked up four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.80 goals per match and conceding 2.00.
The past meeting at Yankee Stadium saw NYCFC defeat Orlando 2-1. The past 5 H2H games at Yankee Stadium have included four NYCFC wins along with a single draw.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City Home Stats |
6-1-3 | 3.10 | 1.90 | 1.20 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 4 | |
| Orlando City Away Stats |
4-3-3 | 3.80 | 1.80 | 2.00 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 1 | |
- 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: 17/07 2025 Orlando 1 New York City 2
- MLS: 09/03 2025 New York City 2 Orlando 1
- MLS: 21/07 2024 Orlando 1 New York City 1
- MLS: 29/06 2024 New York City 4 Orlando 2
- MLS: 21/09 2023 New York City 2 Orlando 0
- MLS: 18/05 2023 Orlando 1 New York City 1
- MLS: 02/10 2022 New York City 2 Orlando 1
- MLS: 29/08 2022 Orlando 2 New York City 1
- MLS: 26/07 2021 New York City 5 Orlando 0
- MLS: 09/05 2021 Orlando 1 New York City 1
New York City League Stats
Orlando City League Stats
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals scored and 2.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 2.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 10 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.30 corners awarded and 5.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.50 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.60 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 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 54.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 53.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 47.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.00% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for New York City this season are Hannes Wolf (1), Nicolas Fernandez (1), Tayvon Gray (1)
- Top Assistors for New York City this season are Agustin Ojeda (1)
New York City vs Orlando City Lineups & Team News
Always review the NYCFC vs Orlando team news before locking in your bets. We’ll have the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups for you plus all the latest on player injuries.
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Orlando City Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Orlando City Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Previous New York City Lineups
Previous Orlando City Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
New York City Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Pascal Jansen
Orlando City Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Diego | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7:0 | 6 |
| 2 | Los Angeles FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:0 | 6 |
| 3 | SJ Earthquakes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:0 | 6 |
| 4 | Vancouver | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:0 | 6 |
| 5 | NY Red Bulls | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 6 |
| 6 | LA Galaxy | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 4 |
| 7 | Nashville SC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 4 |
| 8 | Austin FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 9 | FC Dallas | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 10 | Minnesota Utd | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 11 | NYCFC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 12 | Chicago Fire | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 14 | FC Cincinnati | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 15 | Colorado Rapids | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 16 | Real Salt Lake | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 17 | D.C. United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:1 | 3 |
| 18 | Inter Miami | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:5 | 3 |
| 19 | Portland Timbers | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 3 |
| 20 | Houston Dynamo | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 21 | Columbus Crew | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4:5 | 1 |
| 22 | St. Louis | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:3 | 1 |
| 23 | Sporting KC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:5 | 1 |
| 24 | Charlotte FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:4 | 1 |
| 25 | Philadelphia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:3 | 0 |
| 26 | Orlando City | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3:6 | 0 |
| 27 | Toronto FC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:6 | 0 |
| 28 | NE Revolution | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 0 |
| 29 | Atlanta United | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:4 | 0 |
| 30 | CF Montréal | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:8 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Diego | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7:0 | 6 |
| 2 | SJ Earthquakes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:0 | 6 |
| 3 | Vancouver | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:0 | 6 |
| 4 | LA Galaxy | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 4 |
| 5 | Austin FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 6 | FC Dallas | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 7 | Nashville SC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
| 8 | Los Angeles FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 9 | Chicago Fire | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 3 |
| 10 | Seattle Sounders | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 11 | FC Cincinnati | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 12 | Colorado Rapids | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 13 | Portland Timbers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 14 | Real Salt Lake | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 15 | NY Red Bulls | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 16 | Minnesota Utd | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 17 | D.C. United | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 18 | Houston Dynamo | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 19 | Sporting KC | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 20 | St. Louis | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
| 21 | NYCFC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 22 | Inter Miami | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 23 | Columbus Crew | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 24 | Charlotte FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 25 | Toronto FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 26 | NE Revolution | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 27 | Atlanta United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 28 | CF Montréal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 29 | Philadelphia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 30 | Orlando City | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3:6 | 0 |
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