New York Red Bulls vs Minnesota United Predictions

New York Red Bulls vs Minnesota United predictions for Sunday’s match in the MLS. New York Red Bulls seek a sixth straight home win across all competitions as they host Minnesota United at Red Bull Arena in Harrison. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

MLS Playoffs | June 29 2025 at 12:30 am UK at  Red Bull Arena, Harrison

New York Red Bulls vs Minnesota United Predictions

Will Fortress Red Bull Hold or Will the Loons Sing Loud in Harrison?

• Minnesota’s Fragile Back Line: The Loons have conceded seven goals in their last three matches, showing defensive issues that could be exploited on the road.
• Red Bulls’ Consistency at Home: New York have scored first in four of their last five home games but have still conceded in three of those matches.
• BTTS History Between Them: Both teams have scored in each of Minnesota’s last three matches, and their last two visits to Red Bull Arena both ended in BTTS results.

Best Bet for New York Red Bulls vs Minnesota United

Saturday night in Harrison, New Jersey, has all the ingredients for a fiery inter-conference battle as New York Red Bulls welcome Minnesota United to Red Bull Arena. It’s a match that pits a team clinging onto their playoff hopes in the East against one chasing the summit out West, and the tension is palpable. Red Bull Arena has become a stronghold for Sandro Schwarz’s side in recent weeks, with four straight league wins at home and three clean sheets during that stretch. But with injuries mounting and their leading scorer out, the confidence might not be quite as bulletproof as the stats suggest.

Minnesota, on the other hand, are quietly putting together one of the most consistent runs in the league, with just two losses since early May and a recent 3-1 win over Houston boosting spirits. They sit third in the West and seem to be learning how to finish strong—literally. Their last two league wins have come despite goalless first halves, and they’ve found joy in playing against teams that drop their energy late on. The Loons have also won their last two visits to Red Bull Arena, both by narrow margins, and will fancy themselves to nick another result in New Jersey, especially given the Red Bulls’ recent stumble—a draw against Toronto that felt like a missed opportunity more than a point gained.

Best Bet for New York Red Bulls vs Minnesota United: Both Teams to Score

Here at BettingTips4You.com, we pride ourselves on delivering one refined tip per game—the absolute best call, not a scattergun list of guesses. For this match, our Best Bet is Both Teams to Score (BTTS – Yes).

This selection stands out for a few key reasons. First, both teams are showing vulnerability at the back. Minnesota haven’t managed a clean sheet in any of their last three league outings, leaking seven goals in that stretch. Their aggressive forward play often leaves them exposed, and when they push for a result—as they likely will in this away fixture—they tend to open up even more.

On the other side, New York Red Bulls may be solid at home, but their defence hasn’t been water-tight lately, conceding in three of their last four in all competitions. With Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting sidelined, they’ll rely on Mohammed Sofo and Emil Forsberg to keep things ticking in attack. Sofo’s equaliser against Toronto showed he’s capable of filling the scoring void, while Forsberg’s creativity remains a key threat.

Minnesota bring their own firepower. Bongokuhle Hlongwane is coming off a second-half brace, and Kelvin Yeboah has been a consistent presence in front of goal. Even without Tani Oluwaseyi and Dayne St Clair, this side knows how to get into dangerous areas.

As BettingTips4You.com expert Herrin Kendrick aptly sums it up:

“With both sides missing defensive stalwarts and boasting explosive forwards, this feels like a game where clean sheets are highly unlikely. Goals on both sides look inevitable.”

The most likely outcome? A 2-2 draw feels just right—intense, open, and ultimately sharing the spoils between two evenly matched outfits with flaws and flair in equal measure.

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