New York RB II vs Crown Legacy: Head-to-Head Stats and Match Preview

New York RB II host Crown Legacy at MSU Soccer Park on 24 July 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action. Kick-off is scheduled for 23:00 UTC, with the Montclair-based side looking to make home advantage count against one of the Eastern Conference’s benchmark teams. With both clubs competing in the same league structure and chasing playoff positioning, this fixture carries clear implications for the postseason picture.

In the current MLS Next Pro season, Crown Legacy top the Central Division and sit second in the Eastern Conference with 37 points from 18 matches, while New York RB II are second in the Northeast Division and fifth in the Eastern Conference on 32 points from 18 games. That tight points gap and strong attacking numbers on both sides give extra weight to New York RB II vs Crown Legacy stats as a guide to what might unfold at MSU Soccer Park.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive matchup where both clubs have enjoyed strong moments across a small but telling sample of meetings.

• Previous meetings: 5
• New York RB II wins: 1
• Draws: 2
• Crown Legacy wins: 2

New York RB II vs Crown Legacy Timeline & Historical Context

The New York RB II vs Crown Legacy timeline in MLS Next Pro begins on 9 April 2023, when the sides first met at MSU Soccer Park at Pittser Field in Regular Season - 4. On that occasion, New York RB II led 1-0 at half-time but Crown Legacy turned the game around to win 3-1, setting an early tone of resilience for the Charlotte-affiliated side in this matchup.

The rivalry then shifted to North Carolina, where Crown Legacy hosted three consecutive fixtures at Mecklenburg County Sportsplex at Matthews. On 18 June 2023 in Regular Season - 18, the match finished 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time, with Crown Legacy prevailing 6-5 on penalties. Later that year, on 10 September 2023 in Regular Season - 35, the pattern repeated: a 1-1 draw after extra time, followed by another Crown Legacy shootout success, this time 4-2. In head-to-head accounting, both of those contests are draws in regulation, but the penalty outcomes underline Crown Legacy’s composure in high-pressure situations.

The balance tilted in open play during the 2024 and 2025 seasons. On 25 August 2024 at MSU Soccer Park at Pittser Field (Regular Season - 32), New York RB II started strongly and led 1-0 at half-time, but Crown Legacy again produced a decisive second half to win 4-1. Then, on 4 June 2025 at Sportsplex at Matthews (Regular Season - 16), New York RB II delivered their most emphatic statement in this fixture, overturning a 2-2 half-time scoreline to win 5-2 away. Across this compact history, the New York RB II vs Crown Legacy timeline highlights frequent momentum swings, late-game impact, and a consistent ability from both sides to score in key moments.

New York RB II vs Crown Legacy Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head numbers point to a finely balanced contest with a clear attacking slant on both sides.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: New York RB II 9 - 11 Crown Legacy
• Average Goals per Match: New York RB II 1.80 vs Crown Legacy 2.20

Venue Split Performance:

• At MSU Soccer Park / MSU Soccer Park at Pittser Field: 2 matches played here — New York RB II won 0 (as home side), Crown Legacy won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Sportsplex at Matthews / Mecklenburg County Sportsplex at Matthews: 3 matches played here — Crown Legacy won 1 (as home side), New York RB II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw (in regular time, including matches decided on penalties)

New York RB II vs Crown Legacy Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the New York RB II vs Crown Legacy last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 4 June 2025: Crown Legacy 2-5 New York RB II (Half-time: 2-2) – MLS Next Pro, Regular Season - 16
• 25 August 2024: New York RB II 1-4 Crown Legacy (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro, Regular Season - 32
• 10 September 2023: Crown Legacy 1-1 New York RB II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro, Regular Season - 35 (Crown Legacy won 4-2 on penalties)
• 18 June 2023: Crown Legacy 1-1 New York RB II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro, Regular Season - 18 (Crown Legacy won 6-5 on penalties)
• 9 April 2023: New York RB II 1-3 Crown Legacy (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro, Regular Season - 4

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 New York RB II Matches Results and Stats

For New York RB II, the 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign shows a high-variance, attack-minded profile season to date. They have played 18 matches, winning 10 and losing 8 without a single draw, which underscores a tendency for their games to produce decisive outcomes. At home, they have 6 wins and 3 defeats from 9 fixtures, scoring 28 goals and conceding 11, an average of 3.1 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per home match. Overall, they have scored 40 and conceded 30, reflecting strong offensive output but a defense that can be exposed, especially away from Montclair.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 10, Draw 0, Lose 8 (season to date)

Last 5 Crown Legacy Matches Results and Stats

Crown Legacy arrive with one of the league’s most convincing statistical resumes season to date. Across 18 matches, they have 13 wins and 5 losses, also with no draws, highlighting a similarly decisive pattern in their fixtures. Their home record is formidable, with 8 wins and 2 defeats from 10 games and only 11 goals conceded. Away from home, they remain dangerous: 5 wins and 3 losses from 8 matches, scoring 21 and conceding 17, for an impressive 3.0 goals scored on average per away game. Overall, they have 48 goals for and 29 against, combining prolific attack with a slightly tighter defense than New York RB II.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 13, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the head-to-head record and season-to-date form paint a picture of a high-scoring, finely balanced contest. Crown Legacy hold a narrow edge historically with two wins to New York RB II’s one across five meetings, and they have been particularly effective at MSU Soccer Park, winning both previous visits in league play. They also carry stronger overall league form, with more points, more wins, and a slightly better defensive record while matching New York RB II’s attacking threat. However, New York RB II’s emphatic 5-2 away win on 4 June 2025 and their strong home scoring rate in 2026 suggest they have the tools to disrupt that pattern. The stats suggest an open, attacking game where both sides are capable of decisive spells, and where the historical edge for Crown Legacy is balanced by New York RB II’s improving offensive profile and home advantage.

New York RB II vs Crown Legacy H2H Statistics updated on 19 July 2026.