DC United vs New York City FC Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Explore DC United vs New York City FC lineups, prediction and odds, plus Same Game Parlay picks and standout odds ahead of this MLS game with team news.
Cody Moore - November 7, 2026, 12:16 PM EST
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Competition | US MLS |
|---|---|
Game Date | Saturday, November 7, 2026 |
Game Time | 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Audi Field |
Neither side has a playoff spot left to chase at Audi Field, but our DC United vs New York City FC prediction still leans firmly one way.
DC United sit 14th in the Eastern Conference. Their latest outing was a limp 3-0 loss at Columbus Crew, where they conceded twice before the break.
New York City FC are unbeaten in four MLS games, and the betting market makes the visitors road favorites at +141 (Polymarket).
DC United own the edge in previous meetings with three wins. New York City FC have taken just one, but current form says that history counts for little here.
DC United vs New York City FC Recent Results
DC United are in a full-blown slump, and the problem lives at the back. They have conceded at least 2 goals in 8 of their last 9 MLS games, so this defense is not just having a bad week. Losing goalkeeper Sean Johnson and Louis Munteanu to injury thins out a squad that was already short on answers.
New York City FC watched their playoff push fizzle out with a 1-1 tie against CF Montreal. Nicolás Fernández Mercau still makes this team tick, with a goal or assist in 3 of his past 4 MLS outings. With Andrés Perea and James Sands anchoring the spine, this is a steadier group than the hosts.
DC United vs New York City FC Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
DC United: Hosei Kijima (Injured/out), Louis Munteanu (Injured/out), Gabriel Segal (Injured/out), Sean Johnson (Injured/out), Tai Baribo (Doubtful), Kye Rowles (Suspended)
New York City FC: Maxi Morález (Injured/out), Kai Trewin (Injured/out), Alonso Martínez (Injured/out), Drew Baiera (Injured/out), Arnau Farnós (Injured/out), Aiden O'Neill (Doubtful)
DC United
Alex Bono starts in goal with Sean Johnson out injured. Kye Rowles serves a yellow card accumulation ban following his booking against Columbus Crew, so expect Sean Nealis to replace him at the back for the visit of NYCFC.
New York City FC
Midfielder Aiden O'Neill is doubtful after missing the tie with CF Montreal. Hannes Wolf and Nico Cavallo could both be recalled for the trip to Audi Field.
DC United vs New York City FC Predicted Lineup
DC United
Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Alex Bono; Silvan Hefti, Sean Nealis, Lucas Bartlett, Keisuke Kurokawa; Kimito Nono, Andre Dozzell, Matti Peltola, Jared Stroud; Peglow, Nathan Ordaz (probable)
New York City FC
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Matt Freese; Tayvon Gray, James Sands, Thiago Martins, Nico Cavallo; Jonathan Shore, Andrés Perea; Agustín Ojeda, Nicolás Fernández Mercau, Hannes Wolf; Talles Magno (probable)
DC United vs New York City FC Key Stats & Game Facts
- DC United have received 3+ cards in 4 of their last 4 games vs New York City FC (Major League Soccer).
- DC United have lost 5 of their last 5 games in Major League Soccer.
- Nicolás Fernández Mercau has won 3+ fouls in 8 of his last 10 appearances (Major League Soccer).
- Gabriel Pirani has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 4 appearances vs New York City FC (Major League Soccer).
- Matti Peltola has made 3+ tackles in 3 of his last 3 appearances vs New York City FC (Major League Soccer).
DC United vs New York City FC Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction: DC United 1-2 New York City FC. The hosts take plenty of shots and pump in crosses, so they can find the net, but their finishing is poor and a back line this porous keeps handing out goals. Fernández Mercau gives NYCFC the cutting edge DC lack, and that shapes our best picks for this matchup.
Best Picks
New York City FC to win, in the Moneyline market. They are the model's favorites away at DC United. Our projections make NYCFC a 48.06% shot to win this one. DC United sit at just 28.52%, and the away moneyline has repeatedly flagged as a positive expected value play against a home side with no defensive answers.
Over 2.5 goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The projections land on 3.05 total goals for this matchup. Over 2.5 has cashed in 8 of DC United's last 9 MLS games, and a back line this leaky gives NYCFC every reason to keep adding to the count.
DC United vs New York City FC Same Game Parlay
The DC United vs New York City FC same game parlay picks here stack two Nicolás Fernández Mercau shot props with a Sean Nealis card and the New York City FC moneyline.
Fernández Mercau Over 1.5 in Player Shots: nine of his last 10 MLS games have brought 2+ shot attempts, and DC's shaky back line invites him to keep firing.
Fernández Mercau Over 0.5 in Player Shots On Target: he has tested the goalkeeper at least once in 6 of his previous 7 MLS outings, so the volume comes with real danger.
Sean Nealis in To Be Shown A Card: four of his last five appearances against New York City FC in MLS ended with a card, and he steps in for the suspended Kye Rowles.
New York City FC on the Moneyline: they are unbeaten in four MLS games and face a DC side that keeps leaking goals at the worst moments.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
DC United vs New York City FC Talking Points
It is Fan Appreciation Night at Audi Field, with DC United players handing game-worn jerseys to fans on the field afterward, so expect the hosts to come out swinging. Keisuke Kurokawa has started every regular-season game for the club this year, and the left back's flank matters because both teams struggle to defend attacks down the wings. Fernández Mercau leads NYCFC with 16 goals this season. He has added 10 assists, and he is the clearest difference between these two sides.
DC United vs New York City FC Predictions FAQs
What time is DC United vs New York City FC kickoff?
The game kicks off at 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Where is DC United vs New York City FC being played?
The Major League Soccer game is being played at Audi Field.
Where can I watch DC United vs New York City FC?
You can watch DC United vs New York City FC on Apple TV.
What formations are expected for DC United and New York City FC?
DC United are listed with a 4-4-2 formation and New York City FC with a 4-2-3-1 formation in the probable lineups.
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