Our New York City FC II vs Chicago Fire II Prediction: 2-1
New York City FC II vs Chicago Fire II in the USA MLS Next Pro League is scheduled for an 00:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday August 9, 2025. We expect a 2-1 home win, but with both teams proving their offensive capabilities, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This New York City FC II vs Chicago Fire II prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
New York City FC II's Last Match – New York City FC II vs Chicago Fire II
New York City FC II must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 3-3 USA MLS Next Pro League draw against Chicago Fire II on August 8. In that match, New York City FC II recorded 48% possession and 10 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
New York City FC II | 48% | 0 (10) | 2.48 | 45 |
Chicago Fire II | 52% | 0 (8) | 1.31 | 36 |
Chicago Fire II's Last Match – New York City FC II vs Chicago Fire II
Chicago Fire II will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 3-3 USA MLS Next Pro League draw with New York City FC II on August 8. In that match, Chicago Fire II recorded 52% possession, firing 8 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
New York City FC II | 48% | 0 (10) | 2.48 | 45 |
Chicago Fire II | 52% | 0 (8) | 1.31 | 36 |
New York City FC II vs Chicago Fire II Stats
Key Stats
| New York City FC II | Chicago Fire II | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.92 | Attacking Strength | 0.98 |
| 0.92 | Defence Strength | 0.87 |
| 1.5 | Points Per Game | 2.1 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.9 | Average Scored | 3.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
New York City FC II are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match, while Chicago Fire II average 3.2 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.