Free MLS Pick New England vs. Atlanta Utd
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MLS Handicapping
New England vs. Atlanta Utd
Date: Sunday, May 15
Time: 01:30 PM
Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
MLS Moneyline Odds: New England 255 / Draw 265/ Atlanta Utd 102 (Bet Now!)
MLS Spread Betting Odds: New England 0.5 / Atlanta -0.5 MLS Betting Total: O/U 2.5
Heading into this matchup, the New England Revolution are the 0.5-goal underdogs. Through 10 matches, they have covered this margin 5 times. As for Atlanta United, they enter the match as -0.5 goal favorites. Through 10 matches, they have won by this margin 4 times.
New England
The New England Revolution travel to take on Atlanta United, with an above .500 record, at 3-2-5. This mark places them 11th in the Eastern Conference. New England comes into this match off having played to a 2-2 draw against Columbus Crew. For the season, the New England Revolution has finished 7 matches having scored at least two goals. While on defense, New England’s defense has given up at least two goals 7 times this year.
So far, the New England Revolution has been an above-average scoring team, at 1.6 goals per 90 minutes (6th). In terms of scoring defense, New England will look to tighten things up as they are giving up 1.7 goals per 90 minutes, placing them 23rd in the league.
Heading into the match, Adam Buksa leads the Revolution with 4 goals through 8 matches. Behind him is Carles Gil, who has also found the net 3 times. Early in the season, goalie Earl Edwards Jr. is off to a rough start, as he has a save percentage of just 52.9%, placing him 27th among MLS goalies. This performance has come with opponents taking a total of 43 shots on goal.
Atlanta Utd
Atlanta United will host the New England Revolution, with an above .500 record, at 4-2-4. This mark places them 7th in the Eastern Conference. Atlanta comes into the game following a 4-1 win over Chicago Fire. For the season, Atlanta United has finished 4 matches having scored at least two goals. On defense, Atlanta has played 3 games in which they held their opponent to one goal or less.
So far, Atlanta United has been an above-average scoring team, at 1.5 goals per 90 minutes (8th). In terms of defense, Atlanta is near the MLS average, giving up 1.4 goals per 90 minutes (17th).
Heading into the match, Ronaldo Cisneros leads Atlanta with 4 goals through 5 matches. Behind him is Marcelino Moreno, who has also found the net two times. Early in the season, goalie Brad Guzan is off to a rough start, as he has a save percentage of just 63.6%, placing him 26th among MLS goalies. This performance has come with opponents taking a total of 31 shots on goal.
Free New England vs. Atlanta Utd MLS Final Analysis:
When looking at how each team has fared while possessing the ball, the New England Revolution have been the better squad at generating opportunites near their opponent’s goal. So far, New England ranks 4th in attacking area touches. This compares favorably to Atlanta United, sitting at 13th in the MLS. Even though Atlanta has been the more aggressive offensive team, Atlanta’s defense has been tough on opposing offensive squads, ranking 12th in attacking possessions allowed.
Look for this match to feature a lot of scoring, as each squad has performed above the MLS average in goals scored. In addition, both Atlanta and New England have had their problems in the goal, each ranking near the bottom of the league in save percentage.
I recommend taking the under.
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