New England vs Minnesota United

Major League SoccerFull time · 16 May 2026
New England

New England

Won · xG 1.85DLWLWLast 5
Full time
2 — 1
90+4'
unknown 49'

Minnesota United

Lost · xG 2.10LDLLDLast 5
Minnesota United
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ NER · last goal · 49'
43
57
NER · 1.85 xG2.10 xG · MIN

Post-match recap

AI-written

New England defeated Minnesota United 2-1 in Major League Soccer. Our model favored a New England win at 40% probability, and the pick landed. The result came despite Minnesota's strong recent form; the visitors had won four of their last five matches heading into the contest. New England, meanwhile, arrived in shakier form with just one win in five games. Both Sides to Score occurred, continuing a pattern that has materialized in 80% of New England's recent outings. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

New England's victory pulled them further clear in 3rd place, while Minnesota United remained in 7th after their loss. Our model had flagged both sides' defensive vulnerabilities; the 2-1 scoreline reflected that weakness. Minnesota's four-game winning run ended abruptly, suggesting their form may not yet be sustainable. New England's inconsistency persists, but the home win provided a timely boost to their playoff positioning.

New England won 2-1 at home, extending their recent uptick after three consecutive losses. The Revs scored 2 goals while conceding 1, continuing their vulnerability at the back; they have kept 0 clean sheets in their last 5 matches. This result marked their second victory in four games, though their defensive record remains poor with 9 goals conceded across five outings. The win moved them closer to consolidating their league position.

Minnesota United suffered a 1-2 defeat on the road, snapping a four-game winning streak. The Visitors scored 1 goal but failed to secure a point despite strong recent form; they had won 4 of their previous 5 matches. Their clean sheet percentage of 20 per cent reflects defensive fragility, and they conceded 2 goals in this loss. The result halted their momentum heading into the midweek fixture.