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The MLS is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as New York Red Bulls lock horns with Sporting Kansas City in an important clash at the Children's Mercy Park on Sunday, July 3.
Sporting Kansas City vs New York Red Bulls Preview
The New York Red Bulls are currently second in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have exceeded expectations so far this season. They edged out Atlanta United 2-1 in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Sporting Kansas City, on the other hand, are in 13th place and have struggled this year. The home side suffered a 3-0 defeat against the Seattle Sounders last week and will be eager to bounce back on Sunday.
Sporting Kansas City vs New York Red Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Sporting Kansas City have an impressive record against New York Red Bulls, having won four out of the six matches played between the two teams, as opposed to the Red Bulls' one victory.
- Sporting Kansas City have lost 10 of their first 18 matches this season and have suffered two defeats in their last two matches at the Children's Mercy Park.
- New York Red Bulls scored twice in the last 10 minutes to defeat Atlanta United last week - it was the first time in nearly nine years that the Red Bulls came back from a deficit after the 80th minute.
- Johnny Russell and Daniel Salloi have scored 12 of Sporting Kansas City's last 15 goals, including their last five goals in the MLS.
- With Serge Ngoma scoring the winning goal against Atlanta United, New York Red Bulls became the first team in the MLS to field three goalscoring players younger than 17 years of age.
Sporting Kansas City vs New York Red Bulls Prediction
The New York Red Bulls have exceeded expectations this season and will look to sustain their momentum this weekend. They also have an impressive squad at their disposal.
Sporting Kansas City can pack a punch on their day but have endured a difficult campaign so far. The New York Red Bulls are the better team at the moment and should be able to win the game.
Prediction: Sporting Kansas City 1-3 New York Red Bulls
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Sporting Kansas City vs New York Red Bulls Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - New York Red Bulls
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: New York Red Bulls to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Patryk Klimala to score - Yes
