MLS: New York City vs. D.C. United Picks — Hosts to Continue Reliable Form (Aug 30)

The race for a playoff spot looks set to go down to the wire in the MLS this season. All eyes will be on the Big Apple this Saturday, and you can find the odds and our New York City vs. D.C. United picks here.

NYC have won half of their 26 matches this season, and a victory this weekend could see them end the round as high as sixth in the Eastern Conference standings.

D.C. United are currently rooted to the bottom of the conference standings, and they have won just four of their 28 league matches in 2025. But, they would have gained confidence following a second straight draw last weekend against Inter Miami.

New York City vs. D.C. United Overview

Odds

New York City vs. D.C. United Head-to-Head Record

Each of the last two meetings between these clubs have ended in draws, which includes a 0-0 stalemate earlier this season. However, New York City won this exact fixture 2-0 last term.

New York City Team News

Pascal Jensen has found a winning formula with his team after winning each of their last two. An unchanged eleven from the win against FC Cincinnati could be named on Saturday.

Possible Lineup

M. Freese (GK); K. O’Toole, J. Haak, T. Martins, T. Gray, A. Perea, A. O’Neill, H. Wolf, M. Moralez, N. Fernandez, A. Martinez

D.C. United Team News

Rene Weiler’s United have endured a frustrating campaign, but confidence will be taken after going two without a defeat. Christian Benteke could be recalled on Saturday.

Possible Lineup

L. Barraza (GK); D. Schnegg, L. Bartlett, K. Rowles, W. Antley, B. Servania, M. Peltola, J. Hopkins, G. Pirani, H. Kjima, C. Benteke

New York City vs. D.C. United Picks

The hosts bring a strong winning sequence into this round of matches, and that is a notable trend to consider when making New York City vs. D.C. United picks this weekend. Therefore, we find it very challenging to overlook the prospect of a home victory for New York City.