Cedar Stars Rush desperately need points on Friday, Jul 3 at 1:00 AM in the USL League Two. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Cedar Stars Rush come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 3L). Long Island Rough Riders, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Cedar Stars Rush head into this on the back of a defeat, while Long Island Rough Riders arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Cedar Stars Rush face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Long Island Rough Riders have won 5 of 6 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Long Island Rough Riders won 2–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Long Island Rough Riders arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Cedar Stars Rush. Long Island Rough Riders to win.