Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 27/09

Atlanta United FC and New York City FC meet again. The clash, valid for the MLS 2026, takes place this 27/09 (Sunday), at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, at 00:30.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Atlanta United FC have won 1 time(s). New York City FC have won 1. Atlanta United FC are the favourites with a 41.32% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC.

Overview Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC

Atlanta United FC are favourites, with a 41.32% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a New York City Football Club win are at 3.22 and a draw at 3.85.

In the Major League Soccer, Atlanta United FC have 7 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 14 defeat(s), with 30 goal(s) scored and 43 conceded. The top scorer is Aleksey Miranchuk, with 6 goal(s). On the other side, New York City FC have 8 win(s), 8 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 39 goal(s) scored and 34 conceded. Nicolás Fernández is the top scorer with 15 goal(s).

In the last 3 clashes between Atlanta United FC and New York City FC, all had over 2.5 goals.

Atlanta United FC have conceded goals in all of their last 14 clashes against New York City FC.

In the last 3 matches involving New York City FC, all had over 9.5 corners.

Head-to-head between Atlanta United FC and New York City FC

In 19 clashes, New York City FC have the advantage over Atlanta United FC: 6 win(s) against 5 and 8 draw(s). The most recent was on 13/06/2025, in the MLS, the match score was: New York City FC 4-0 Atlanta United FC.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Atlanta United FC: current form

Atlanta United FC have played 26 match(es) in the MLS.

See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:

7 win(s), 5 draw(s), 14 defeat(s)

Performance: 1 point(s) per match

30 goals scored (1.15 per match)

Top scorer: Aleksey Miranchuk (6 goal(s))

New York City FC: current form

For the visitors, New York City FC have played 26 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.

See their performance:

• 8 win(s), 8 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.23 point(s) per match
• 39 goals scored (1.5 per match)
• Top scorer: Nicolás Fernández (15 goal(s))

Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC key players

In the MLS, Aleksey Miranchuk carries Atlanta United Football Club's attack with 6 goal(s).

The playmaker is Aleksey Miranchuk, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Aleksey Miranchuk has 6 goal(s).

On the other side, Nicolás Fernández is the name that frightens the most for The Pigeons with 15 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Agustin Ojeda leads in assists with 8. In the whole season, Nicolás Fernández has accumulated 15 goal(s).

Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC statistics in the MLS

Atlanta United FC have an average of 10.38 corners and 2.23 cards per match. New York City FC have 8.73 corners and 1.77 cards. The statistics for Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC are in the table below.

Atlanta United FC

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WDLDL

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New York City FC

Away

LWLDD

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1
  PPG
  1.23
• 27%
  Wins
  31%
• 35%
  First to Score
  54%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.15
  Scored/game
  1.50
• 1.65
  Conceded/game
  1.31
• 1.39
  xG
  1.35
• 1.43
  xGA
  1.43

Trends

• 62%
  Both Score
  65%
• 12%
  Clean Sheet
  19%
• 35%
  Failed to Score
  19%

Correct score prediction for Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC

The favoritism in the odds points to Atlanta United FC. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Atlanta United FC 1-0 New York City FC. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC

Check out where to watch the live match between New York City FC and Atlanta United FC:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Atlanta United FC and New York City FC

The line-ups for Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Atlanta United Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

New York City Football Club line-up

The New York City FC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC

Match: Atlanta United FC vs New York City FC

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 27/09/2026

Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Broadcast: none scheduled

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