New York City FC are in good shape right now, having won their last two games and avoided defeat in their previous five. CF Montreal are struggling badly, losing three of their last five, including a heavy defeat. Recent meetings between these two have usually been tight and low-scoring, with most games ending one-nil or two-nil, so goals have been hard to come by.

Given New York City's strong recent form and Montreal's poor run, this match looks like it should go the home team's way. A New York City win is the most likely outcome, though it may not be a high-scoring game.