Chicago Fire Host New York City FC in Eastern Conference Play
The Chicago Fire are set to host New York City FC in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup. The game is scheduled to take place on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. CDT.
Team Statistics and Odds
New York City FC (13-9-5, seventh in the Eastern Conference) will face off against the Chicago Fire (12-10-6, eighth in the Eastern Conference). The BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE has the Chicago Fire at +105, NYCFC at +226, and the Draw at +269, with an over/under of 2.5 goals.
Conference Play Performance
The Fire have a strong record in conference matchups, with a 9-7-5 performance. They rank sixth in the MLS with 142 shots on goal, averaging 5.1 per game, and are also fourth in MLS play with 53 goals. NYCFC, on the other hand, has an 11-6-3 record in conference play and ranks 10th in the Eastern Conference with 109 shots on goal, averaging 4.0 per game.
Head-to-Head Matchup
Saturday’s game will be the second time these teams match up this season. In their previous meeting, NYCFC emerged victorious with a 3-1 win.
Top Performers
Hugo Cuypers has been a standout player for the Fire, scoring 16 goals and adding one assist. Philip Zinckernagel has also been impressive, with five goals and five assists over the last 10 games. For NYCFC, Adrian Alonso Martinez Batista has scored 14 goals with two assists, while Hannes Wolf has three goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
Recent Performance
In their last 10 games, the Fire have a 5-3-2 record, averaging 1.8 goals, 5.0 shots on goal, and 4.9 corner kicks per game, while allowing 1.8 goals per game. NYCFC has a 6-3-1 record over the same period, averaging 1.8 goals, 4.3 shots on goal, and 4.5 corner kicks per game, while allowing 1.2 goals per game.
Injury Report
The Fire will be missing several players due to injury, including Leonardo Barroso, David Poreba, Joel Waterman, Chase Gasper, Chris Mueller, and Rominigue Kouame N’Guessan. NYCFC does not have any listed injuries.
Conclusion
The matchup between the Chicago Fire and New York City FC promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to secure a win in Eastern Conference play. With their strong performances in conference matchups and impressive individual player stats, both teams will be giving it their all to come out on top.
FAQs
Q: What time is the game between the Chicago Fire and New York City FC?
A: The game is scheduled to take place on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. CDT.
Q: What are the odds for the game?
A: The BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE has the Chicago Fire at +105, NYCFC at +226, and the Draw at +269, with an over/under of 2.5 goals.
Q: Who are the top performers for each team?
A: For the Fire, Hugo Cuypers has scored 16 goals and added one assist, while Philip Zinckernagel has five goals and five assists over the last 10 games. For NYCFC, Adrian Alonso Martinez Batista has scored 14 goals with two assists, while Hannes Wolf has three goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
New York City FC (13-9-5, seventh in the Eastern Conference) vs. Chicago Fire (12-10-6, eighth in the Eastern Conference)
Chicago; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. CDT
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Chicago +105, NYCFC +226, Draw +269; over/under is 2.5 goals
BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Fire and New York City FC square off in Eastern Conference play.
The Fire are 9-7-5 in conference matchups. The Fire rank sixth in the MLS with 142 shots on goal, averaging 5.1 per game. The Fire are also fourth in MLS play with 53 goals.
NYCFC is 11-6-3 in conference play. NYCFC ranks 10th in the Eastern Conference with 109 shots on goal, averaging 4.0 per game.
Saturday’s game is the second time these teams match up this season. NYCFC won the last meeting 3-1.
TOP PERFORMERS: Hugo Cuypers has scored 16 goals and added one assist for the Fire. Philip Zinckernagel has five goals and five assists over the last 10 games.
Adrian Alonso Martinez Batista has scored 14 goals with two assists for NYCFC. Hannes Wolf has three goals and four assists over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Fire: 5-3-2, averaging 1.8 goals, 5.0 shots on goal and 4.9 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.8 goals per game.
NYCFC: 6-3-1, averaging 1.8 goals, 4.3 shots on goal and 4.5 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.2 goals per game.
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Fire: Leonardo Barroso (injured), David Poreba (injured), Joel Waterman (injured), Chase Gasper (injured), Chris Mueller (injured), Rominigue Kouame N’Guessan (injured).
NYCFC: None listed.
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
