Leagues Cup Picks and Predictions for August 6, 2026

Nate Hornung

Written by: Nate Hornung

Published: Thu Aug 06, 2026, 10:30 am ET

Read Time: 5 minutes

Phillip Zinckernagel has eight assists and five goals for the Fire this year - Leagues Cup Picks

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We still have more clubs who need to play their first matches of the 2026 Leagues Cup. Let's dive into those contests and see if our betting experts found anything worth wagering on with their favorite Leagues Cup picks here!

Head over to our MLS Picks Page for our expert's soccer analysis, or read my best bets below.

Leagues Cup: Thursday's Predictions August 6

New York City FC vs. Santos Leagues Cup Picks

Nicolas Fernandez has scored 13 goals for New York City in just 18 MLS matches this year, adding four assists as well - Leagues Cup Picks

Nicolas Fernandez has scored 13 goals for New York City in just 18 MLS matches this year, adding four assists as well

Best Bet: New York City FC ML/Under 4.5 (+110) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook

New York City has been rock solid offensively this season, especially recently at home. They've won two of their last three matches overall while staying under this total, and have cashed this same game parlay in two of their last three at home as well. They are coming off a draw against Toronto where they won the expected goals battle 2.21 to 1.16, despite the 1-1 draw on the scoreboard. This team is hungry for a victory.

And they face one of the worst Liga MX teams of all. Santos have been shutout in their last two matches, and have lost all three to start this season. They are down 7-2 on aggregate score in those three matches, meaning things have been ugly. Look for the hosts to flex their muscle and get an "easy" win tonight. While they aren't playing at home at Yankee Stadium, I'm sure the supporters will cross the river and fill Red Bull Arena to support their club.

Prediction: New York City FC Wins 2-0 (+800)

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Chicago Fire vs. Necaxa Leagues Cup Picks

Can Robert Lewandowski help the Chicago Fire to a victory tonight in the Leagues Cup? - Leagues Cup Picks

Can Robert Lewandowski help the Chicago Fire to a victory tonight in the Leagues Cup?

Best Bet: Over 3 (-112) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook

Back the over with some push potential in this match tonight. We've been seeing plenty of goals so far this tournament, and I think these two are capable of producing tonight. For starters, neither has been involved in a shutout in any of their last four matches overall. The Fire have seen two games go over this number and two push, while Necaxa has had the same. Worst case, I think we can get out of here with a push.

Chicago is already almost netting two goals per match in MLS play, and their offense just got even more potent with Robert Lewandwoski. Necaxa has scored and allowed five in their three Liga MX contests. I also endorse the Fire -1 at -104, as I think we see plenty of fireworks for the hosts.

Prediction: Chicago Fire Win 3-1 (+700)

Austin FC vs. Tijuana Leagues Cup Picks

Myrto Uzuni leads Austin FC with six goals this MLS season, adding three assists in 16 starts - Leagues Cup Picks

Myrto Uzuni leads Austin FC with six goals this MLS season, adding three assists in 16 starts

Best Bet: Under 2.5 (+114) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook

We just faded Austin FC on the road this past weekend and were victorious. They suck away from home. But even playing at Q2 Stadium tonight, they might have their hands full. Tijuana is a very aggressive team, who plays rock solid defensively. I expect them to make it very tough for Austin to find the back of the net, something they've struggled with all season long.

Tijuana just played a match on the road against Atlético de San Luis. It was a scoreless contest, and both teams combined for just 0.73 expected goals. Prior to that, they shut out León, allowing just 0.88 xG. Before that, they gave up just 0.59 xG to Tigres UANL. They are more than capable of containing Austin FC.

In their last two matches, Austin has averaged just 2.06 total expected goals, netting zero, while creating nine shots on goal and just six corner kicks. This one has snoozer written all over it, maybe someone finds a goal for a 1-0 win either way.

Prediction: Austin FC Wins 1-0 (+875)

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Nate Hornung
Nate Hornung

Nate has been a recreational sports bettor for about 5 years. In that time, he has grown to love the pursuit of winners and sticking it to The Man. Nate loves data and uses his understanding of numbers to help him be a more profitable sports gambler, however he will be the first to tell you this game is about more than just stats.

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