Prediction: New York City II vs Carolina Core – MLS Next Pro – 18/06/2026
Preview
New York City II will host Carolina Core at the MSU Soccer Park at Grand Oaks in Macomb, Michigan, on Sunday, June 18, 2026, at 19:00 BST in the MLS Next Pro. New York City II currently ranks in the standings with points after games, while Carolina Core ranks with points after games.
New York City II have been in decent form, with three wins and two defeats in their last five matches. They convincingly beat Philadelphia Union II 1-0 and FC Cincinnati II 2-0, but suffered a 3-2 defeat to New England II and a 2-3 loss to Columbus Crew II.
Carolina Core have also had their share of ups and downs, with two wins and three defeats in their last five games. They secured a 2-0 victory over Crown Legacy, but were defeated 3-2 by Orlando City II and 5-6 by New York RB II. They also won 2-1 against Chicago Fire II and lost 1-0 to Chattanooga.
The match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with contrasting forms, and our experts believe it will be a closely contested game.
New York City II
Fulltime Result
Carolina Core
home
42.99%
draw
25.7%
away
31.31%
New York City II will host Carolina Core on 18/06/2026 in MLS Next Pro. Our experts believe that the home team, New York City II, has a slight advantage in this match, given their impressive recent form. In their last five games, they have recorded three wins and two defeats, with a notable victory over Philadelphia Union II, where they won 1-0. They also secured a 2-3 win against New York RB II and a 2-0 victory over FC Cincinnati II.
On the other hand, Carolina Core has had a more inconsistent run, with two wins and three defeats in their last five games. They did manage to secure a 2-0 win over Crown Legacy, but suffered a 3-2 defeat to Orlando City II and a 5-6 loss to New York RB II. Their most recent game ended in a 2-1 win over Chicago Fire II.
Our experts estimate that New York City II has a 43% chance of winning, while Carolina Core has a 31% chance, with the remaining 26% chance of a draw. Based on these estimates, our experts believe that New York City II will emerge victorious in this match, thanks to their recent form and home advantage.
Both teams can count on all their players, with no key players missing the game due to injury or suspension. There are no rumors about this match that could affect the outcome. The key players to watch out for are New York City II's Justin Haak and Carlos Mena, who have been in good shape recently, scoring crucial goals for their team.
New York City II
Double Chance
Carolina Core
draw_home
68.69%
draw_away
57.01%
home_away
74.3%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on New York City II for the game against Carolina Core, considering this a moderate risk bet.
New York City II
Both Teams To Score
Carolina Core
yes
61.08%
no
38.92%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between New York City II and Carolina Core. In the last five games, New York City II scored a total of 11 goals, while Carolina Core found the net 9 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
New York City II
Over/Under
Carolina Core
Over 1.5
yes
80.37%
no
19.63%
Over 2.5
yes
58.54%
no
41.46%
Over 3.5
yes
36.43%
no
63.57%
Over 4.5
yes
21.43%
no
78.57%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between New York City II and Carolina Core. In the last five games, New York City II scored a total of 21 goals, while Carolina Core scored 25 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
New York City II
New York City II x Carolina Core Last matches
Carolina Core
New York City II
33.33%
Draw
0%
Carolina Core
66.67%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3
Both teams score 33.33
Goals scored(time 1) 2.33
Goals scored(time 2) 0.67
Over 2,5 66.67
Under 2.5 33.33
New York City II
Total results
Carolina Core
3 matches
2
wins
/
0
draws
/
1
wins
2
wins
(67%)
0
draws
(0%)
1
wins
(33%)
Recent form
New York City II
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.5
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 2
Goals conceded 1.5
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
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Carolina Core
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4.17
Both score 50%
Goals scored 1.83
Goals conceded 2.33
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
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Latest news and statistics from New York City II
New York City II is set to face Carolina Core in the first round of the 2026 MLS Next Pro. The team has been on a decent run, with four wins and one loss in their last five games. Their recent form has seen them secure a 1-0 victory over Philadelphia Union II, followed by a 2-3 defeat to Columbus Crew II. However, they have managed to bounce back with a 2-0 win over FC Cincinnati II and a 2-3 triumph over New York RB II. Their most recent game ended in a 3-2 loss to New England II. As they prepare for the upcoming match against Carolina Core, New York City II will be looking to build on their recent momentum. With 15 points from 8 games, they are currently in a strong position in the league. Their next game will be a crucial test of their abilities, and they will be hoping to come out on top. In the lead-up to the match, there have been no significant updates or news regarding New York City II. The team will be focusing on fine-tuning their strategy and making any necessary adjustments to their lineup in preparation for the challenge ahead. With their recent form and experience, they will be confident of giving Carolina Core a run for their money.Latest news and statistics from Carolina Core
Carolina Core will face New York City II in the first round of the 2026 MLS Next Pro. The team has had a mixed run of form in their last five games, with two wins and three defeats. They began with a 2-0 victory over Crown Legacy, but then suffered a 3-2 loss to Orlando City II. Their next game saw them concede a 5-6 defeat to New York RB II, followed by a 1-0 loss to Chattanooga. However, they managed to bounce back with a 2-1 win over Chicago Fire II. Carolina Core currently sits in the standings with point after game. As they prepare for the upcoming match against New York City II, Carolina Core will need to focus on regaining their momentum and improving their defensive solidity. Their recent losses have shown that they are vulnerable to conceding goals, and they will need to work on tightening their defence if they are to succeed in the competition. On the other hand, New York City II will be looking to cause an upset and take advantage of Carolina Core's current struggles. The match promises to be an intense and closely contested affair, with both teams eager to secure a positive result.
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New York City II
latest line-ups
Carolina Core
Lineup
80.
B. Klein
53.
João Loiola
45.
Kamran Acito
83.
J. Ponce
Lineup
Nick Holliday
1.
Nelson Martinez
21.
Nolan Evers
4.
David Díaz
58.
Tim Zeegers
7.
Ricardo Montenegro
6.
Bench
58.
Eóin Martin
77.
J. Lopez
97.
David Duque
Bench
Corey Lundeen
8.
Anthony Sumo Jr.
11.
Mohamed Lamine Diakite
16.
Robinson Aguirre
23.
Trevor Jackson
44.
Ryan Baer
88.
Standings New York City II x Carolina Core
Eastern Conference Regular Season
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Western Conference Regular Season
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No
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team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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New York City II vs Carolina Core FAQ
New York City II vs Carolina Core when?
The match between New York City II and Carolina Core will take place on 18/06/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
New York City II vs Carolina Core what time?
The game between New York City II and Carolina Core will start at 00:00 Brasília time on 18/06/2026.
New York City II vs Carolina Core who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between New York City II and Carolina Core, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team New York City II can be a moderate risk choice.