Atlanta United II vs New York City II Stats: Head-to-Head Record
Atlanta United II and New York City II meet again in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 26 July 2026 at Fifth Third Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 23:00 UTC, with Atlanta United II enjoying home advantage at their Kennesaw venue. Both sides are firmly in the Eastern Conference playoff picture, adding extra weight to this fixture.
In the current 2026 MLS Next Pro standings, Atlanta United II sit on 30 points from 18 matches in the Eastern Conference, while New York City II have 28 points from 16 games. With both clubs tracking towards the postseason, this clash could be pivotal in shaping seeding and momentum. For anyone studying Atlanta United II vs New York City II stats, this match offers a rich blend of recent rivalry and current competitive stakes.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a competitive and relatively balanced matchup between Atlanta United II and New York City II in MLS Next Pro.
- Previous meetings: 5
- Atlanta United II wins: 2
- Draws: 2
- New York City II wins: 1
Atlanta United II vs New York City II Timeline & Historical Context
The Atlanta United II vs New York City II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their earliest recorded clash on 9 April 2023 in the Regular Season - 4 round. Played at Belson Stadium at St John's University in Queens, New York, New York City II made home advantage count with a 2-0 victory after leading 1-0 at half-time. That result set an early marker in the rivalry, with the New York side drawing first blood.
The dynamic shifted on 25 June 2023 in Regular Season - 20 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia. Atlanta United II overturned a 0-1 half-time deficit to defeat New York City II 4-2, underlining their attacking potential at home and levelling the competitive narrative. In 2024, the rivalry intensified further with two matches decided after penalty shootouts. On 3 May 2024 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Regular Season - 10, a 0-0 draw after extra time saw Atlanta United II prevail 4-2 on penalties. Later, on 6 September 2024 at Icahn Stadium in New York City in Regular Season - 34, a 2-2 draw after extra time ended with Atlanta United II again winning the shootout, this time 4-2 after New York City II had led 1-1 at the break and 2-2 after 120 minutes.
The most recent chapter in the Atlanta United II vs New York City II timeline came on 6 June 2025 in Regular Season - 16, once more at Fifth Third Stadium. New York City II edged a high-scoring contest 3-2, after a 1-1 half-time scoreline, reclaiming some momentum in Georgia. Overall, the rivalry has already produced swings in dominance, decisive home performances, and two high-pressure penalty shootouts, giving this fixture a rich recent history despite a limited number of meetings.
Atlanta United II vs New York City II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The head-to-head numbers underline how tight this matchup has been, with Atlanta United II holding a narrow edge across the available fixtures.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Atlanta United II 8 - 9 New York City II
- Average Goals per Match: Atlanta United II 1.60 vs New York City II 1.80
Venue Split Performance:
- At Fifth Third Stadium / Fifth Third Bank Stadium (Atlanta home): 4 matches played here — Atlanta United II won 2 (as home side), New York City II won 2 (as away side), 0 draws in regular time (two matches were level after 90 minutes but one was decided on penalties in Atlanta’s favour and is counted as a draw in the overall record).
- At New York venues (Belson Stadium, Icahn Stadium): 2 matches played here — New York City II won 1 (as home side), Atlanta United II won 0 (as away side) in regular time, 1 draw after extra time (with Atlanta United II winning on penalties).
Atlanta United II vs New York City II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Atlanta United II vs New York City II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 06 June 2025: Atlanta United II 2-3 New York City II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 16
- 06 September 2024: New York City II 2-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 34 (Atlanta United II won 4-2 on penalties)
- 03 May 2024: Atlanta United II 0-0 New York City II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 10 (Atlanta United II won 4-2 on penalties)
- 25 June 2023: Atlanta United II 4-2 New York City II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 20
- 09 April 2023: New York City II 2-0 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 4
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Atlanta United II Matches Results and Stats
For Atlanta United II, the broader 2026 season to date paints a picture of a high-variance, attack-minded side. Across 18 league matches, they have 9 wins and 9 losses with no draws, scoring 38 goals and conceding 31. At home they have been strong, winning 5 of 8 with 21 goals scored, averaging 2.6 goals for and 1.8 against per home match. However, the overall form line of LWWLOL in the standings hints at inconsistency, with winning runs offset by sequences of defeats.
- Recent Results Summary (season to date): Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 9
Last 5 New York City II Matches Results and Stats
New York City II arrive in solid shape in the 2026 campaign. Over 16 matches they have 9 wins and 7 losses, also with no draws, and a goal record of 28 scored and 25 conceded. Their form line of WWLOWW indicates a positive recent trend, with more victories than setbacks. Away from home they have split results evenly with 4 wins and 4 losses from 8 matches, scoring 14 and conceding 9, suggesting a relatively resilient road profile with a tighter defence than at home.
- Recent Results Summary (season to date): Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 7
Historical Statistical Verdict
Taken together, the historical and current Atlanta United II vs New York City II stats point to a finely balanced contest with a slight edge to New York City II in goal output and to Atlanta United II in head-to-head results. Across five meetings, Atlanta United II lead the win count 2-1 with two draws (both decided by penalty shootouts in their favour), yet New York City II have scored more total goals and have proven capable of winning in Georgia, as shown by their 3-2 away victory on 6 June 2025. Atlanta United II’s strong home scoring record in 2026 contrasts with their defensive vulnerability, while New York City II combine a positive overall record with a relatively solid away defence. The trends suggest another open, competitive fixture with both sides possessing clear paths to success, and the historical pattern of close scorelines and decisive moments likely to continue.
Atlanta United II vs New York City II H2H Statistics updated on 21 July 2026.
