REF’s picks

New York City FC hold the edge at home against an injury-hit Atlanta side missing key defensive starters. Nicolás Fernández spearheads the attack well, but their own extensive absentees and missing goalkeeper Matt Freese keep this from being entirely straightforward.

1. 1NYCFC feature strong attacking spark through Fernández and Ojeda.
2. 2Atlanta arrive missing crucial defensive figures like Paulo Díaz and Júnior Alonso.
3. 3A heavy injury list on both sides leaves plenty of room for defensive lapses and unpredictability.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.