On Saturday evening, New England Revolution and Chicago Fire go head-to-head at the Gillette Stadium in the Eastern Conference of MLS.
New England looking to end their poor run of formThe home team has made a disastrous start to the new campaign, losing all four of their games in the Eastern Conference.
Last time out, New England suffered a 2-1 home defeat against Cincinnati. The defeat was their sixth straight loss in MLS, dating back to last season.
Their recent MLS games have certainly not lacked goals, as there have been over 2.5 goals scored in 11 of their last 13 league games.
One of the key factors in New England’s poor recent form has been their home displays, as they have lost four of the last five MLS games at home.
Their recent home games in the USA top-flight have at least produced goals, with over 2.5 goals scored in five of their last seven matches.
Chicago looking to build on their win over MontrealThe visitors recorded their first MLS win of the season last time out by recording a thrilling 4-3 home win over Montreal.
The win came on the back of two consecutive league defeats against Cincinnati and Columbus Crew.
The visitors' recent poor form has been based on a leaky defence. They have conceded at least two goals in all four of their MLS games this season.
Chicago has a poor recent away record in MLS. The Fire have won just one of their last nine league games on their travels while suffering six defeats.
A significant factor in the visitor’s poor recent away form in MLS has been that poor defence, as they conceded at least two goals in six of their last nine matches on their travels.
What am I backing?Both teams need a win to really kick-start their MLS campaigns. I believe this will be a high-scoring encounter, so the bet I am backing is over 2.5 goals scored.
