Dc United vs New York City Fc Picks and Predictions May 14th 2025

NYCFC, D.C. United Out to Rebound From Tough Setbacks

Before New York City FC dives into its anticipated rivalry showdown with the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, it has immediate business to handle in Washington, D.C., where it meets D.C. United on Wednesday in a clash of clubs eager to bounce back.

NYCFC Seeking an Offensive Spark

NYCFC (5-5-2, 17 points) arrives in the capital after an alarming 1-0 home loss to last-place CF Montreal—making them the first team to fall to the Canadian side this season. That came on the heels of another scoreless effort, this one against the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in the U.S. Open Cup.

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Despite the offensive potential on their roster, NYCFC is in a funk. Star striker Alonso Martinez, who has six goals on the year, hasn’t scored in his last two league appearances despite registering 13 shots. The pressure to convert is mounting.

“We must avoid the arrogance to say ‘They are below us,’”
— Pascal Jansen, NYCFC Head Coach

Coach Jansen is calling for humility and sharper focus, especially ahead of a matchup against a vulnerable D.C. United defense that could be just what NYCFC needs to get back on track.

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Defensive Woes Plague D.C. United

D.C. United (3-6-3, 12 points) continues to struggle, most recently turning in a flat 2-0 loss at Toronto FC, a club near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. Lucas Bartlett’s own goal only added insult to injury in what was a tough outing despite a solid eight-save performance from goalkeeper Luis Barazza.

Since taking over for rookie Kim Joon-Hong, Barazza has helped D.C. limit opponents to eight goals in five matches—a clear improvement, though still not enough to mask other weaknesses.

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Forward Christian Benteke, the club’s top scorer with six goals, is also showing signs of frustration. He’s scored just once in his last four matches and continues to be stranded up top with little support.

“We really left him on an island … and I take full responsibility for that,”
— Troy Lesesne, D.C. United Head Coach

D.C. must find a way to get Benteke more involved and create chances consistently if they hope to avoid another setback in front of their home fans.