Atlanta United vs New York Red Bulls Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Five Stripes suffered a loss in the last match.

After suffering defeat in the last match, Atlanta United will be aiming to bounce back here. They are now set to take on New York Red Bulls in Match day three of the MLS season at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday. 

Atlanta United have made a mixed start in the new season of the MLS, gathering three points from the opening two matches. They started the season with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Montreal followed by a 2-0 loss against Charlotte FC in the last match. Currently languishing in the seventh spot in the Eastern Conference standings, they will be aiming to return to winning ways.  

The first @MLS match. 8 years ago today.We meet the Red Bulls again this Saturday 💥 pic.twitter.com/0kn2lLYfI6

— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) March 5, 2025

Meanwhile, New York Red Bulls secured their first win of the new season with a 2-0 victory over Nashville SC. Having suffered a 1-0 defeat against Cincinnati in the opening match, it was a brilliant performance from them thanks to goals from Emil Forsberg and Mohammed Sofo. Currently, they are languishing in the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference with three points from the opening two matches. 

Kick Off

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Date: Sunday, 9 March

Kick-off Time: 06:00 AM IST / 12:30 AM GMT/ Saturday, 8 March: 7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT

Referee: Tori Penso

VAR: In use

Form:

Atlanta United (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-L

New York Red Bulls (in all competitions): W-W-L-L-W

Players to Watch

Emmanuel Latte Lath (Atlanta United)

The recent arrival from Middlesbrough has made an instant impact on the team, scoring two goals from the opening two matches. The Ivory Coast international has brought a new dimension to the team with his pace and dribbling skills causing opposition problems already. Having scored a brace already against Montreal, he will be aiming to replicate a similar performance here.  

Welcome home ☕️ pic.twitter.com/4ytBu90fD8

— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) February 23, 2025

Emil Forsberg (⁠New York Red Bulls)

Emil Forsberg is probably one of the most important players in the ranks at the Red Bulls who has the tools to win matches on his own. The veteran midfielder has made a good start to the season scoring one goal from the opening two matches. Not just goalscoring, Forsberg also helps the team defensively.

Put on a show 🌟Emil is your MOTM. pic.twitter.com/x3RA4uxchI

— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) March 2, 2025

Match Facts

• Atlanta United suffered a 2-0 loss against Charlotte FC in the previous league game
• They have scored eight goals in their last five matches
• New York Red Bulls secured a 2-0 win against Nashville in the previous league game

Atlanta United vs New York Red Bulls: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Atlanta United to score the first goal– 4/6 with bet365
• Tip 2: New York Red Bulls to win this game– 2/1 with sky bet
• Tip 3: Match to end with goals over 3.5

Injury & Team News

Atlanta United have three injury concerns in their squad. Brooks Lennon is suffering from a dislocated shoulder while the pair of Pedro Amador and Ronald Hernandez are suffering from hamstring and hip injuries respectively. 

Meanwhile, New York Red Bulls have been plagued with injuries in the new season. The injury list includes Adri Mehmeti, Kyle Duncan, Marcelo Morales, Roald Mitchell, Ronald Donkar, Serge Ngoma and Wiktor Bogacz. All are dealing with injuries at the moment.  

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 18

Atlanta United– 3

New York Red Bulls– 10

Draws – 5

Predicted Lineup

Atlanta United predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Guzan (GK); Abram, Gregersen, Williams, Edwards; Slisz, Fortune; Almiron, Miranchuk, Lobjanidze; Latte Lath

New York Red Bulls predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Miguel (GK); Harper, Nealis, Hack, Valencia; Edelman, Stroud, Eile; Sofo, Choupo-Moting, Forsberg

Match Prediction for ⁠Atlanta United vs New York Red Bulls

Both teams have made a good start to the new season and will be hoping to continue their unbeaten streak here. However, considering their recent record against each other, we expect the Red Bulls to secure the victory here. 

Prediction: ⁠Atlanta United 1-3 New York Red Bulls   

Telecast for ⁠Atlanta United vs New York Red Bulls

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