New York City vs Atlanta United prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, October 29, 2026
On October 29, 2026, the MLS regular season will feature a match between New York City and Atlanta United. Another defeat would further damage the losing side's chances of making the playoffs.
New York City vs. Atlanta United team news and expert analysis
The New York club finished fifth last season. In the playoffs, they eliminated Charlotte and Philadelphia, but then suffered a 1-5 defeat to Inter Miami in the conference final. Now, however, there is a risk of going on vacation immediately after the regular season. At least they managed to draw with Los Angeles and Orlando.
The Georgia side collected just 28 points in 2025, finishing second-last in its conference. This season, they are also losing half of their matches, retaining only theoretical playoff hopes despite improving since August. Still, both Inter Miami and Chicago Fire have suffered defeats.
The players from the coast's biggest metropolis score an average of 1.45 goals per game while conceding roughly the same number, 1.39. Almada and company are struggling again: 1.26 goals scored and 1.74 conceded per match.
Previous matches: New York City vs. Atlanta United
The sides have each recorded one win in their last seven meetings.
The hosts are widely expected to win here, but the visitors will clearly fight hard for points. Our pick is "both teams to score" (odds – 1.60).
New York City vs. Atlanta United: key statistics and trends
- New York City have lost four of their last eight matches
- 68% of New York City's matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.84 goals per game
- Atlanta United have won two of their last four matches
- 65% of Atlanta United's matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.0 goals per game
New York City vs. Atlanta United: possible starting lineups
New York City play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Freese – Gray, Martins, Haak, Cavallo – O'Neill, Perea – Ojeda, Merkau, Traore – Martinez
Atlanta United play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Oyos – Jakob, Alonso, Mihaj, Baez – Muyumba, Amaro, Galloppo – Fortune, Almada, Embolo
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