Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls

This match between Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls is set to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams chasing contrasting goals. The predictions suggest a tightly contested game with a focus on defensive strategies, especially in the second half. The odds indicate a lower likelihood of scoring in the latter stages, underscoring the potential intensity of the match as teams aim to either maintain an edge or consolidate a draw.

Potential Outcomes

• Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 82.50 – The odds favor New York Red Bulls limiting Chicago Fire’s scoring opportunities during the second half, suggesting they could sit back defensively if they achieve an advantage.
• Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 79.40 – There is a notable probability that neither team will score in the second half, indicating a strategic focus on defense rather than aggression.
• Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 80.20 – Early caution from both sides is expected, with teams potentially playing conservatively at the beginning.
• Over 0.5 Goals HT: 71.00 – A conservative prediction suggesting at least half-time will witness at least one goal, hinting at possible scoring opportunities as the game progresses.
• Over 1.5 Goals: 70.60 – The likelihood of at least one goal from each team is relatively high, pointing towards a moderate scoring match.

Key Predictions

• Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 59.20 – Chicago Fire may struggle to find the net in the latter stages, reflecting a possible defensive posture from New York Red Bulls.
• First Goal Between Minute 0-29: 59.10 – An early goal is likely, adding immediate intensity and shaping subsequent strategies for both teams.
• Under 5.5 Cards: 56.10 – The match is expected to remain relatively disciplined with fewer than 5.5 cards, indicating controlled gameplay without excessive fouling.
• Under 2.5 Goals: 59.60 – A restrained scoring forecast for this game implies tight defenses, possibly resulting in fewer than three goals overall.
• Both Teams To Score: 54.50 – It is quite probable that both sides will find the net, suggesting attacking opportunities will be created and exploited by both sides.

Additional Observations

• Over 4.5 Cards: 57.70 – Despite few expected cards overall, heightened tension may lead to occasional bookings, although significant refereeing intervention seems unlikely.
• Sum of Goals 2 or 3: 53.50 – The most likely outcome points to a total of two or three goals by match end, aligning with predictions of a hard-fought affair.
• Yellow Cards: 3.41 – A moderate number of yellow cards could occur, reflecting a competitive environment without major clashes.
• Avg. Total Goals: 3.79    Avg. Conceded Goals: 1.51    Avg. Goals Scored: 1.99 – Statistical averages suggest an offensive capability for both teams, though defensively they have room for improvement given their average conceded goals.
• Red Cards: 0.79 – Minimal risk of red cards, indicating controlled tempers and disciplined play throughout the contest.