New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 28/10

New York City FC and Atlanta United FC meet again. The clash, valid for the MLS 2026, takes place this 28/10 (Wednesday), at Yankee Stadium, at 23:30.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, New York City FC have won 0 time(s). Atlanta United FC have won 1. New York City FC are the favourites with a 50.51% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

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

Overview New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC

New York City FC are favourites, with odds of 1.98 and a 50.51% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards New York City Football Club, with 6 win(s) against 5 for Atlanta United FC. The odds for a Atlanta United Football Club win are 4.082 and a draw is 8.5.

In the MLS Soccer, New York City FC have accumulated 8 win(s), 11 draw(s) and 12 defeat(s), with 45 goal(s) scored and 43 conceded. Nicolás Fernández leads the scoring chart with 15 goal(s). Meanwhile, Atlanta United FC have accumulated 8 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 17 defeat(s), with 39 goal(s) scored and 54 conceded, with Aleksey Miranchuk as top scorer with 6 goal(s).

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

In 20 clashes, New York City FC have the advantage over Atlanta United FC: 6 win(s) against 5 and 9 draw(s). The most recent was on 27/09/2026, in the MLS. draw won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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New York City FC: current form

New York City FC have played 31 match(es) in the MLS.

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

• 8 win(s), 11 draw(s), 12 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.13 point(s) per match
• 45 goals scored (1.45 per match)
• Top scorer: Nicolás Fernández (15 goal(s))

Atlanta United FC: current form

Meanwhile, Atlanta United FC are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:

• 8 win(s), 6 draw(s), 17 defeat(s)
• Performance: 0.97 point(s) per match
• 39 goals scored (1.26 per match)
• Top scorer: Aleksey Miranchuk (6 goal(s))

New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC key players

In the MLS, Nicolás Fernández carries New York City Football Club's attack with 15 goal(s).

The playmaker is Agustin Ojeda, leading in assists with 10. In the whole season, Nicolás Fernández has 15 goal(s).

On the other side, Aleksey Miranchuk is the name that frightens the most for The Five Stripes with 6 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Aleksey Miranchuk leads in assists with 6. In the whole season, Miguel Almirón has accumulated 6 goal(s).

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

New York City FC have an average of 8.87 corners and 1.65 cards per match. Atlanta United FC have 10.17 corners and 2.23 cards. The statistics for New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC are in the table below.

New York City FC

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Atlanta United FC

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Points & Results

• 1.13
  PPG
  0.97
• 26%
  Wins
  26%
• 55%
  First to Score
  35%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.45
  Scored/game
  1.26
• 1.39
  Conceded/game
  1.74
• 1.35
  xG
  1.41
• 1.39
  xGA
  1.39

Trends

• 68%
  Both Score
  65%
• 16%
  Clean Sheet
  13%
• 19%
  Failed to Score
  29%

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

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

Where to watch New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC

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

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

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

The line-ups for New York City FC vs Atlanta United 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.

New York City Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Atlanta United Football Club line-up

The Atlanta United FC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC

Match: New York City FC vs Atlanta United FC

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 28/10/2026

Time: 23:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Yankee Stadium

Broadcast: none scheduled

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