Tournament: USL Championship USA
Date & Kick-Off Time: 2024.09.14, 19:00
On September 15, 2024, Detroit will host New Mexico in a highly anticipated USL Championship match. This matchup pits one of the Eastern Conference leaders against the top team from the Western Conference.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Detroit: Has only won twice in their last 13 matches.
- New Mexico: Has lost just once in their last six games.
- Detroit wins the first half in 28% of their games, while New Mexico wins the first half in 30%.
Possible Starting Lineups
Detroit (possible lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Saldana
- Defenders: Bryant, Carroll, Amoo-Mensah, Levis
- Midfielders: Williams, Rodriguez, Murphy, Diop, Kissiedou
- Forward: Morris
New Mexico (possible lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Tambakis
- Defenders: Mohamed, Seymore, Maples, Gloster
- Midfielders: Houssou, Micaletto, Flanagan, Akale, Reyes
- Forward: Hurst
Team Overview and Form
Detroit City ("Le Rouge")
Founded in 2012, Detroit has been competing in the USL for just a few years. Despite its inexperience, the club has already managed to reach the play-offs and even made it to the quarter-finals last season. However, this season has been more challenging, with just two wins in their last 13 matches. Their recent form has been disappointing, with draws against Hartford Athletic and El Paso, along with a loss to Tulsa.
New Mexico United ("Kings of Chaos")
New Mexico United, founded in 2018, has quickly become a competitive force in the Western Conference. They have consistently made it to the play-offs, and this season they are among the top teams in the West. After a loss to Oakland Roots, they bounced back with a crucial victory over Miami thanks to Reyes' goal. The team looks strong and is poised to maintain their form as the season progresses.
Head-to-Head Matches
In the previous season, New Mexico secured a draw when they visited Detroit and then won at home. Their overall head-to-head advantage adds to their confidence heading into this match.
Tactical Analysis and Prediction
New Mexico has the upper hand in terms of recent form and overall strength. Detroit has struggled to find consistency, especially at home, and will be up against a well-organized and resilient New Mexico team.
Betting Prediction
We recommend betting on New Mexico to win with a 0 goal handicap.
Prediction: New Mexico to win with a 0 handicap (odds – 1.7).
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