Bitesize Prediction: DC United vs New York Red Bulls – 7/8/22

Competition: MLS

Market: over 2.5 goals

Odds: 19/20 @

Two teams finding themselves looking for a boost, DC United will host the New York Red Bulls at Audi Field in the early hours of Sunday.

Starting with the hosts, while DC United might have managed to find a much-needed boost last weekend with a 2-1 win at home to Orlando, Wayne Rooney's men are immediately back down to earth. Last seen earlier in the week giving Charlotte a nightmare as they were hit by a 3-0 drumming, the former Manchester United skipper finds his side sitting at the bottom of the table in the Eastern Conference. Dealing with a series of public issues at Audi Field, the Washington-based team has also earned a reputation for prolonged problems at the back. With its recent abysmal form underscored by an infamous 7-0 loss to Philadelphia on July 8, DC hasn't managed to record a single clean sheet since the start of May. Likewise, it's also worth pointing out that Sunday's hosts have seen seven of their last eight domestic clashes end with over 2.5 goals.

When it comes to the visitors, while New York could still find themselves leading the race for a Final Series berth this season, Gerhard Struber's men are also in the midst of a worrying rut. Last seen earlier in the week, finally hit by a remarkable 5-4 home loss to Colorado, the former Barnsley boss has mounting pressure on his shoulders. Likewise, suffering a stunning 5-1 hammering in Orlando last weekend, the Red Bulls have now scored 10 goals in their consecutive MLS defeats. Likewise, after losing three of their last four domestic games, New York have also conceded 14 goals in this four-game streak. With both Sunday opponents showing rather glaring issues at the back, we could be in for another heated affair here. With the last two meetings between DC and New York producing eight goals, we're backing a sweet affair at Audi Field.

Bet: Over 2.5 goals at C United v New York Red Bulls 19/20 for Sunday's MLS showdown @