New York Red Bulls vs. CF Montreal: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

The New York Red Bulls look to extend their impressive home record when they host CF Montreal in a midweek Eastern Conference matchup. The Red Bulls are the only team in MLS yet to lose at home this season, boasting a record of 7 wins, 4 draws, and 0 losses at Red Bull Arena. CF Montreal ended a run of losses by beating Atlanta at home last weekend. The New York Red Bulls are heavily favored to win this match by the oddsmakers on the back of their dominant home form. However, CF Montreal's desperation for points makes this an intriguing fight for the playoff places. A Montreal win or draw can potentially upturn the race for the playoffs.

Football: Major League Soccer

Where to Watch: ESPN

Venue: Red Bull Arena, Harrison, NJ

Date: 18.07.2024. 02:30

The only team in MLS yet to lose at home this season, New York Red Bulls' home form does not tell the whole story of their season. Despite sitting pretty in fourth place in the Eastern Conference table, the Red Bulls have struggled to find consistent winning form lately, claiming only one victory in their last seven outings. Against an opponent that they have gotten the better of recently, Coach Sandro Schwarz and his team will be banking on putting away the Montreal challenge. With 37 goals in MLS this season, the NY Red Bulls should comfortably find the back of the net in this one, especially against a poor Montreal defense.

It's a wonder that CF Montreal is still in the conversation regarding the playoffs. Without an away victory since April and one of the worst defenses in the league, they needed a lone goal to defeat Atlanta United last weekend, snapping a run of consecutive losses. Montreal's side has struggled in their travels this season and has lost three of their last visits to Red Bull. However, the victory over Atlanta could be seen as a mini-revival and a sign of resilience. A win on Wednesday would significantly boost their postseason aspirations, as they currently sit in the seventh and final playoff spot on goal difference. But to succeed, the Canadian team has to sort out their defense. CF Montreal has conceded the second-most goals in the Eastern Conference this season with 46.

New York Red Bulls are 1.90 favorites on Bet365 to win the first half, with a first-half draw priced at 2.50. Both teams to score is available at 1.75 odds on Betway, with the No priced at 2.01. A draw is 4.8 on 1xBet, with the over 3 priced at 1.85 odds. Read more.