MLS: Chicago vs. New York City Picks — Interesting Clash Set for Illinois Between Eastern Conference Rivals (Sep 13)

The finishing line is creeping into sight in the MLS this season, and a playoff clash is set for this weekend. You can find our Chicago vs. New York City picks here.

Chicago currently sit in the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference standings, and they hold a two-point advantage over the NY Red Bulls. Confidence levels should be high after winning two of their last three matches.

New York City FC sit a place higher than Chicago in the current standings, but a defeat could see the placings reversed. The visitors will be chasing a return to form following a 2-1 defeat against D.C. United before the international break.

Chicago vs. New York City Overview

Odds

Chicago vs. New York City Head-to-Head Record

NYC have avoided defeat in their last six competitive matches against Chicago. That includes a 3-1 success in the reverse fixture earlier this season. However, two of the last three meetings between the sides have ended in draws.

Chicago Team News

The Fire will likely keep faith with the same starting eleven that overcame the New England Revolution in their latest fixture.

Possible Lineup

Brady (GK); Dean, Rogers, Elliot, Gutman; Franco, D.Avilla, Gutierrez; Zinckernagel, Cuypers, Bamba

New York City Team News

Due to their poor offensive display last time against D.C. United, Julian Fernandez could be thrust into the starting eleven this weekend.

Possible Lineup

Freese (GK); Gray, Martins, Haak, O’Toole; O’Neill, Perea; N. Fernandez, Moralez, J. Fernandez; Martinez

Chicago vs. New York City Picks

This is a really interesting clash in the MLS this weekend, and cases can be made for all three possible outcomes. However, Chicago’s attacking flair could prove to be the difference maker. Due to that reason, a home win could rank among the value plays when making Chicago vs. New York City picks.