MLS: NY Red Bulls vs. Cincinnati Picks — Must-Win Encounter for Hosts (Oct 4)

Intense pressure will be on the NY Red Bulls this weekend, as they must win against FC Cincinnati to keep alive their feint hopes of a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

The Red Bulls will need to pick themselves up following a damaging loss against their city rivals last time out. A victory would see them close the gap on Chicago to two points at this late stage of the campaign.

Cincinnati have no lingering doubts at this late stage of the season, as their playoff place is already assured. They will be aiming to close the gap at the top of the Eastern Conference with a victory.

NY Red Bulls vs. Cincinnati Overview

Odds

NY Red Bulls vs. Cincinnati Head-to-Head Record

These two sides have a very close head-to-head record, with the Red Bulls winning two of the last four. However, the latest encounter was won by Cincinnati in February.

NY Red Bulls Team News

Emil Forsberg and Julian Hall netted for the Red Bulls in their derby defeat against New York City last Sunday. Marcelo Morales is pushing for a return this weekend.

Possible Lineup

Coronel (GK); Duncan, Elle, Parker, Morales; Donkor, Berggren; Carmona, Forsberg, Hall; Choupo-Moting

Cincinnati Team News

FC Cincinnati dropped points in dramatic fashion against Orlando last weekend, conceding a late equalizer to draw 1-1.

Possible Lineup

Louro (GK); Robinson, Engel, Hagglund; Pena, Bucha, Gidi, Orellano; Evander, Denkey, Brenner

NY Red Bulls vs. Cincinnati Picks

As the head-to-head record indicates, this will be a close encounter in the Big Apple on Saturday. However, with the stakes being so big, the hosts should have the ability to rise to the occasion. Due to that reason, we like the chances of a home win when making NY Red Bulls vs. Cincinnati picks.