Staten Island ASC face Long Island Rough Riders on Sunday, Jun 28 at 12:00 AM 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.

Staten Island ASC come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Long Island Rough Riders, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 2D 1L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Staten Island ASC 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, Staten Island ASC face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Long Island Rough Riders have won 3 of 4 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Staten Island ASC won 0–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.8 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 Staten Island ASC. Long Island Rough Riders to win.