Juan Camilo Vergara
Matchday 5 of the MLS is coming with an exhilarating match this weekend. On Saturday, March 25, 2023, we will have the clash between Houston Dynamo FC vs New York City FC, where the visitors arrive better prepared than their opponents.
Houston Dynamo FC holds the eighth place in the Western Conference with three points, although it already has a game in hand. New York City FC, on the other hand, holds the fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings with seven points.
Without further introduction, JefeBet, the perfect place to stay up to date with the odds and the relevant information on every MLS matchday, brings you everything you need to know about the upcoming Houston Dynamo FC vs New York City FC, in the best way possible.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Houston Dynamo vs New York City FC MLS Matchday 5 Game on March 25, 2023
- Where: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, Texas
- When: Saturday, March 25, 2023, 8:30 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Houston Dynamo FC (+160) / Tie (+230) / New York City FC (+165)
- Asian Handicap: Houston Dynamo FC (-0.5, +163) / New York City FC (+0.5, -200)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-117) / Under (-115)
- Both teams score: Yes (-148) / No (+114)
Odds provided by Unibet.
Betting on Houston Dynamo FC
Houston Dynamo FC managed to end a three-game winless streak with a 2-0 win over Austin FC in Matchday 4. The goals were scored by Amine Bassi from a penalty kick, and by Héctor Herrera.
An important fact is that Brad Smith is Houston Dynamo FC’s only injured player heading into this upcoming game. The 28-year-old is recovering from a hamstring injury, and is expected to be able to return to the field by the end of April. The team’s only home appearance this season was a win over Austin FC, and now Ben Olsen’s men will be looking to give its fans another source of joy.
Possible Lineup (4-3-3): Steve Clark; Griffin Dorsey, Ethan Bartlow, Teenage Hadebe, Tate Schmitt; Héctor Herrera, Adalberto Carrasquilla, Artur; Corey Baird, Porleifur Úlfarsson, Iván Franco.
Betting on New York City FC
New York City FC comes into this match with a three-game unbeaten streak. Besides, it has two consecutive victories that came against Inter Miami and DC United.
It is worth noting that Brazilian youngster Talles Magno has just scored against the capital team, and is becoming one of the most interesting players in the league as matchdays go by. He can definitely be crucial to New York City FC’s aspirations in 2023, thanks to his strong offense.
In two away games, New York City FC has gotten one draw and one loss, with one goal scored and three conceded.
Possible Lineup (4-2-3-1): Luis Barraza; Mitja Ilenic, Thiago Martins, Maxime Chanot, Brian Cufré; James Sands, Keaton Parks; Gabriel Pereira, Santiago Rodríguez, Matías Pellegrini; Talles Magno.
JefeBet Prediction
The last time these teams met was in August 2029, with New York City FC winning by 3-2, thanks to goals from Alexandru Mitrita, and a brace from Valentin Castellanos. On the other side, Juan Cabezas and Mauro Manotas scored for Houston Dynamo FC.
This Saturday’s match between Houston Dynamo FC vs New York City FC is expected to be equal in power and very intense. Therefore, JefeBet is leaning towards a draw in this matchday 5’s game of the MLS.
Prediction: Draw (HOU 1-1 NYC).
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