Atlanta United II vs New York City II Stats: Head-to-Head Record

Atlanta United II host New York City II at Fifth Third Stadium on 26 July 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action. Kick-off is scheduled for 23:00 UTC, with both sides pushing for position in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Atlanta United II arrive with 30 points from 18 matches, while New York City II have collected 28 points from 16 games, underlining how tight the table is between these two second teams.

The standings highlight the stakes of this fixture: Atlanta United II sit 4th in the Central Division and 7th in the Eastern Conference, while New York City II are 4th in the Northeast Division and 8th in the Eastern Conference, both currently in the promotion zone for the MLS Next Pro Play Offs 1/8-finals. With that context, this clash at Fifth Third Stadium gains added weight, and Atlanta United II vs New York City II stats around their direct duels become a key reference point for assessing where the balance of power lies.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive Atlanta United II vs New York City II head-to-head, with momentum swinging between the two sides across MLS Next Pro meetings.

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

Looking at the Atlanta United II vs New York City II timeline, all recorded meetings come from MLS Next Pro regular season play, giving a clear and consistent competitive context. The earliest match in the record took place on 9 April 2023 in the Regular Season - 4 round at Belson Stadium at St John's University, where New York City II, playing at home, beat Atlanta United II 2-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time.

The rivalry then shifted to Georgia on 25 June 2023 in Regular Season - 20 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium. On that occasion, Atlanta United II overturned a 0-1 half-time deficit to defeat New York City II 4-2 in regulation time, marking their first home win in this fixture. The 2024 season produced two particularly tight encounters decided only after penalties. On 3 May 2024 in Regular Season - 10 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium, the match finished 0-0 after extra time, with Atlanta United II prevailing 4-2 in the shootout. Later, on 6 September 2024 in Regular Season - 34 at Icahn Stadium in New York City, the teams drew 2-2 after extra time, with Atlanta United II again winning on penalties, this time 4-2 after a 2-2 (2-2 AET) scoreline.

The most recent chapter in the Atlanta United II vs New York City II timeline came on 6 June 2025 in Regular Season - 16 at Fifth Third Stadium. New York City II claimed a 3-2 away victory after a 1-1 half-time score, underlining their ability to travel and take points in this matchup. Across these fixtures, history points to a rivalry defined by narrow margins, multiple penalty shootouts, and home advantage that has not always been decisive.

Atlanta United II vs New York City II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall statistical picture from their direct clashes underlines how finely balanced this pairing has been.

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 Atlanta United II's stadium: 3 matches played here — Atlanta United II won 2 (as home side, including draws decided on penalties), New York City II won 1 (as away side), 0 draws
At New York City II's stadium: 2 matches played here — New York City II won 1 (as home side), Atlanta United II won 0 (as away side), 1 draw (decided by penalties in favor of Atlanta United II)

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 most reliable guide is their MLS Next Pro season to date. Across 18 matches, they have produced an all-or-nothing profile with 9 wins, 0 draws and 9 defeats. At home, they have been strong, winning 5 of 8 with 21 goals scored and 12 conceded, averaging 2.6 goals for and 1.8 against per home match. Overall, Atlanta United II average 2.1 goals scored and 1.7 conceded per game, with 4 clean sheets and only 4 matches without scoring, indicating a generally attack-minded side that also leaves spaces at the back.

Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 9 (season to date)

Last 5 New York City II Matches Results and Stats

New York City II also show a decisive season-to-date pattern in MLS Next Pro. Over 16 matches, they have 9 wins, 0 draws and 7 losses, mirroring Atlanta United II in their absence of stalemates. Their attack is consistent home and away, with 14 goals scored in both settings and an average of 1.8 goals per match overall. Defensively, they concede 1.6 goals per game, with 3 clean sheets and 3 matches where they have failed to score. Away from home, they have 4 wins and 4 defeats from 8 matches, scoring 14 and conceding 9, suggesting a slightly more solid defensive platform on the road compared to at home.

Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 7 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

The historical Atlanta United II vs New York City II stats point to a finely balanced matchup with a slight scoring edge for New York City II (9 goals to 8) and a marginal overall record advantage for Atlanta United II in terms of results (2 wins and 2 draws, including penalties, against 1 defeat). Venue trends show Atlanta United II generally strong at home in this fixture, with two home successes (both involving penalty shootouts in addition to a regulation win) offset by New York City II’s notable 3-2 away win in June 2025. Season-to-date form reinforces the expectation of an open, attacking game: both teams avoid draws, both score at healthy rates, and both concede often enough to keep matches competitive. Taken together, history points towards another high-intensity encounter where small margins and efficiency in both boxes are likely to decide who takes a crucial step forward in the MLS Next Pro playoff race.

Atlanta United II vs New York City II H2H Statistics updated on 21 July 2026.