Long Island Rough Riders face Westchester Flames on Sunday, Jun 21 at 11:30 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the USL League Two, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Long Island Rough Riders come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). Westchester Flames travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Long Island Rough Riders here — they've won 10 of 10 previous meetings against Westchester Flames. Their last encounter ended in Westchester Flames won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Long Island Rough Riders look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Westchester Flames will make it uncomfortable. Long Island Rough Riders to win.