New York Red Bulls vs Houston Dynamo Prediction: Away struggle on the road

New York Red Bulls are not having a very impressive start to the new season. They have only been able to record 1 win in all 7 matches played so far in the new campaign and they will be feeling anxious to get their season back on track. Houston Dynamo are in better shape than the hosts, even though they had also suffered 3 defeats already in the 7 matches played. New York Red Bulls however have proven to be quite strong when playing at home this season, as they have not lost in the 3 matches played at home and this could be very useful for them as they come into this match searching for an important win. They can also feel confident here, as the visitors have lost all 3 away matches they have played this season.

New York Red Bulls (DLDWD)

Three draws, 1 loss and 1 win is the record that New York Red Bulls have in their last 5 matches this season. And in all their record is 4 draws, 2 losses and 1 win in 7 matches played so far. This is a very poor record for a team of their quality. New York Red Bulls held San Jose Earthquakes to a 1-1 draw in their last game. After playing a goalless draw in the first half, the visitors were first to open scoring late in the second half through Cristian Espionza. The hosts fought to get back in the game and were rewarded with a goal by Tom Barlow in the dying minutes of the game. New York Red Bulls were the better team according to statistics. They had 51% possession, 5 shots on target and 5 corner kicks at the end of 90 minutes.

New York Red Bulls are currently 11th in the eastern conference, with 7 points from 7 matches played.

Team Streak: no wins (3), without a clean sheet (5), less than 2.5 goals (9/10), both teams scoring (4/5), first to concede (4/5), more than 4.5 cards (4/5), less than 10.5 corners (6/7).

Houston Dynamo (WLWWL)

Houston Dynamo come into this game with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last 5 matches. And in all, they have 3 wins and 3 losses in the opening 6 games. Houston Dynamo claimed a vital 3 points in the feisty clash against LA Galaxy. Houston Dynamo were ahead into the break through Hector Herrera’s goal in the 35th minute. And in the second half, there were lots of drama as 3 players were sent off; 2 from the LA Galaxy team and 1 from the hosts. Houston Dynamo doubled their lead from the penalty spot in the 65th minute through Amine Bassi and 8 minutes later, Amine Bassi doubled his tally. Houston Dynamo’s display was below par despite the huge win. They had 48% possession, 3 shots on target and 9 corner kicks by the end of 90 minutes.

Houston Dynamo are currently 7th in the western conference, with 9 points from 6 matches played.

Team streak: more than 4.5 cards (5/5).

Head to Head

These two clubs have played over 20 matches against each other before now. New York Red Bulls lead with 9 wins, while Houston Dynamo are with 6 wins and 5 matches ended in a draw.

• There were more than 2.5 goals in 7/9 meetings.
• Houston Dynamo won the first half in 6/8 meetings.
• There were less than 4.5 cards in 9/10 meetings.

Expected Lineups

• New York Red Bulls (3-4-1-2): Carlos Miguel, Andre Reyes, Sean Nealis, Dylan Nealis, Kyle Duncan, Frankie Amaya, Cristian Casseres Jr, Cameron Harper, Omir Fernandez, Cory Burke, Dante Harper.
• Houston Dynamo (4-3-3): Steve Clark, Daniel Steres, Ethan Bartlow, Teenage Hadebe, Franco Escobar, Ivan Franco, Artur, Brooklyn Raines, Adalberto Carrasquilla, Corey Baird, Amine Bassi.

Expert Betting Tips

New York Red Bulls are not in their best shape at the moment compared to the visitors. But New York Red Bulls is yet to lose a game at home, while Houston Dynamo is yet to win an away game this season. New York Red Bulls don’t have what it takes to be outright winners, but they can play here with confidence and the result might just go in their favour.

• Bet on Under 3.5 Goals at 1.60 Odds
• Bet on Both Teams Score at 2.3 Odds
• Bet on Correct Score 1-1 at 7.9 Odds