New York City will look to continue their strong run of form when they host the Colorado Rapids. As Colorado are not regarded as good travellers, we predict a 2-0 home win. The Blue Pigeons come into the match full of confidence after a stunning 5-0 victory over Orlando City SC, although they remain without injured trio Jones, Martinez, and Perea. Even so, New York City have been solid overall, winning 50% of their matches and conceding just 1.10 goals per game. At home they have been particularly disciplined defensively, allowing only 0.67 goals per match while maintaining a 67% clean-sheet rate.
Colorado Rapids also enjoyed a big result last time out, defeating the LA Galaxy 4-1. However, their away record remains a major concern. The Rapids have lost all of their away matches so far, scoring just 0.60 goals per game while conceding 2.60, which highlights their struggles on the road. Injuries to Zack Steffen and Fadal could further weaken their defensive setup.
As Colorado Rapids continue to struggle on the travels, Home Win is our main betting tip for this MLS matchup, alongside Under 3.5 goals and New York City to Win to Nil (NYCFC’s home defense is strong with 0.67 conceded).
This MLS match will be played on Saturday 14 March 2026 at 23:30.
What is our New York City vs Colorado Rapids prediction?
Our prediction for this match: New York City 2 - 0 Colorado Rapids
New York City vs Colorado Rapids Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-0 @ 700 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ -106 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -600 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -225 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ 110 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -500 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Nicolas Fernandez Mercau @ 110 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Nicolas Fernandez Mercau @ 400 Odds
- To be Booked: Paxten Aaronson @ 210 Odds
- Asian Handicap: New York City -0.5 @ -191 Odds
- European Handicap: Colorado Rapids +3 @ -600 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -450 Odds
- Draw No Bet: New York City to Win @ -500 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: New York City to Win/New York City to Win @ 137 Odds
- Clean Sheet: New York City - Yes @ 125 Odds
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View OfferNew York City Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llwdwwldww | 1.70 |
| Home | ldw | 1.33 |
| Away | lwwwldw | 1.86 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 33% | 57% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 2.67 | 2.57 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 2.00 | 1.29 |
| Conceded | 1.10 | 0.67 | 1.29 |
| BTTS | 50% | 33% | 57% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 67% | 29% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 14% |
| Expected Goals | 1.33 | 1.62 | 1.20 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.41 | 0.87 | 1.64 |
Colorado Rapids Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llwldldlww | 1.10 |
| Home | wddww | 2.20 |
| Away | lllll | 0.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 60% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.20 | 3.20 | 3.20 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 2.20 | 0.60 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 1.00 | 2.60 |
| BTTS | 60% | 80% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 0% | 60% |
| Expected Goals | 1.61 | 1.92 | 1.31 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.69 | 1.59 | 1.79 |
New York City vs Colorado Rapids Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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