New York Cosmos vs Knoxville troops: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 October

Prediction

New York Cosmos

LLLLW

17th place in USL League One

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17/10/2026 16:00

Knoxville troops

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1st place in USL League One

USL League One

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for New York Cosmos vs Knoxville troops on 17 October 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full New York Cosmos vs Knoxville troops preview before placing your bet.

New York Cosmos will face Knoxville troops in USL League One on October 17, 2026 at 16:00.
New York Cosmos are currently 17th with 11 points after 15 matches.
Knoxville troops sit 1st with 33 points from 16 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 17/10/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Knoxville troops	33	16	10	3	3	30	16	14
02 Omaha	32	17	10	2	5	27	20	7
03 Charlotte Independence	30	15	9	3	3	36	22	14
04 AV Alta	28	18	7	7	4	26	21	5
05 AC Boise	27	17	8	3	6	25	24	1
06 Fort Wayne FC	27	16	7	6	3	24	14	10
07 Forward Madison FC	26	14	8	2	4	26	14	12
08 Spokane Velocity	26	16	8	2	6	19	21	-2
09 Chattanooga Red Wolves	25	14	8	1	5	27	17	10
10 Portland Hearts of Pine	20	16	5	5	6	25	26	-1
11 Corpus Christi FC	19	17	4	7	6	20	26	-6
12 Sarasota Paradise	18	18	5	3	10	17	28	-11
13 FC Naples	17	17	5	2	10	18	27	-9
14 Westchester SC	15	16	4	3	9	25	25	0
15 Greenville Triumph	14	14	4	2	8	14	24	-10
16 Richmond Kickers	12	16	3	3	10	12	30	-18
17 New York Cosmos	11	15	3	2	10	17	33	-16
18 South Georgia Tormenta FC	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

New York Cosmos Last 6 matches

19/07/2026 06:00

New York Cosmos 0 - 0 Corpus Christi FC

USL League One

12/07/2026 06:00

Portland Hearts of Pine 1 - 1 New York Cosmos

USA USL League One Cup

09/07/2026 06:00

New York Cosmos 1 - 0 FC Naples

USL League One

05/07/2026 06:00

New York Cosmos 0 - 3 Greenville Triumph

USL League One

29/06/2026 04:25

New York Cosmos 1 - 2 Santos Laguna

International Club Friendly

21/06/2026 07:00

Forward Madison FC 3 - 1 New York Cosmos

USL League One

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Knoxville troops

19/07/2026 06:30

Knoxville troops 2 - 3 AV Alta

USL League One

16/07/2026 05:30

Knoxville troops 2 - 1 Fort Wayne FC

USL League One

12/07/2026 07:30

Corpus Christi FC 1 - 1 Knoxville troops

USA USL League One Cup

03/07/2026 08:30

AC Boise 1 - 2 Knoxville troops

USL League One

21/06/2026 08:00

Spokane Velocity 0 - 4 Knoxville troops

USL League One

14/06/2026 06:05

Knoxville troops 3 - 1 New York Cosmos

USL League One

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues USL League One

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

New York Cosmos

Knoxville troops

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.52

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

0 (0%)6 (100%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

4 (20%)16 (80%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

13 (52%)12 (48%)

New York Cosmos

Recent matches

Knoxville troops

Under /Over

(90%)18 2(10%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)21 4(16%)

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)10 15(60%)

Under /Over

(65%)13 7(35%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)12 13(52%)

/Yes

(70%)14 6(30%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(68%)17 8(32%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

New York Cosmos

Knoxville troops

Shots

New York Cosmos

Total shots

8.89 avg / game

Blocked

35 total

Avg. 2.33

Knoxville troops

Total shots

7.45 avg / game

Blocked

41 total

Avg. 1.86

New York Cosmos Pass Knoxville troops

Total passes

5007

Avg. 278 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

44%

Total passes

5515

Avg. 251 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

New York Cosmos

Played games

Knoxville troops

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.15

Clean sheets

0.24

3.70

Corners

2.76

14.45

289

Throw-ins

306

12.24

1.00

Offsides

0.76

2.40

GK saves

1.36

New York Cosmos

DISCIPLINARY

Knoxville troops

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

1.28

0.10

0.08

9.10

182

Fouls

200

8.00

7.15

143

Tackles

123

4.92

NEXT MATCHES

South Georgia Tormenta FC

NEXT MATCHES

Chattanooga Red Wolves

Knoxville troops

USA

08/01

Charlotte Independence

Portland Hearts of Pine

USA

How We Build the New York Cosmos vs Knoxville troops Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for New York Cosmos vs Knoxville troops on 17 October 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this USL League One fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

New York Cosmos vs Knoxville troops Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess New York Cosmos's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Knoxville troops's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

USL League One Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live USL League One standings and the USL League One form table to understand exactly where New York Cosmos and Knoxville troops sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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