Rhode Island vs Hartford Athletic predictions, Apr 01, 2026

Mar 31, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

US Open Cup, on Wednesday,

Rhode Island

Hartford Athletic

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In an intriguing matchup in the US Open Cup, Rhode Island FC will host Hartford Athletic on April 1, 2026. Both teams come into this encounter with distinct recent performances that could influence the outcome.

Rhode Island FC has struggled for consistency, managing to win just 1 of their last 4 matches. This dip in form raises questions about their tactical execution, particularly in the attacking third, where they have struggled to convert chances into goals. Home advantage might provide a boost, but they will need to address their recent woes to deliver a strong performance.

In contrast, Hartford Athletic appears to be hitting their stride, with 3 wins in their last 5 outings. Their recent form highlights an effective offensive unit capable of creating opportunities, combined with a solid defensive structure that has yielded results. This confidence could play a crucial role in their approach to the match.

The bookmakers currently favor Rhode Island FC with odds of 2.11 for a home win, compared to 3.1 for an away victory. Given the teams’ recent trends, this matchup promises to be competitive, with tactical nuances likely determining the victor on the day. While Rhode Island seeks to rebound, Hartford will look to maintain their momentum—leading to a closely contested fixture.

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Rhode Island
43.3%		 Draw
27.2%		 Hartford
29.5%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 2.15 3.45 3.15
MarathonBet 2.12 3.35 3.14

Latest Results

28.03.26 Miami FC – Rhode Island FC – 2:1
21.03.26 Louisville City FC – Rhode Island FC – 4:2
17.03.26 Rhode Island FC – CD Faialense – 4:0
14.03.26 Rhode Island FC – Sporting Jacksonville – 1:1
15.11.25 Pittsburgh Riverhounds – Rhode Island FC – 1:0		 28.03.26 Hartford Athletic – Indy Eleven – 2:2
21.03.26 Brooklyn FC – Hartford Athletic – 1:2
18.03.26 FC Motown – Hartford Athletic – 0:2
11.03.26 Birmingham Legion – Hartford Athletic – 0:0
07.03.26 Sporting Jacksonville – Hartford Athletic – 0:3

Facts

  • Hartford is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Rhode Island may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Hartford has had a series of away games.
  • Rhode Island might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Rhode Island won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 6:7. (average 1.2:1.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Rhode Island won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 5:3. (average 1.7:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    23.08.25 Hartford Athletic – Rhode Island FC – 3:0
    26.07.25 Rhode Island FC – Hartford Athletic – 2:3 penalties
    19.07.25 Rhode Island FC – Hartford Athletic – 0:0
    10.08.24 Rhode Island FC – Hartford Athletic – 3:0
    01.06.24 Hartford Athletic – Rhode Island FC – 1:1

    Standings

    Draw

    2026

    1/64-finals

    1 Steel City Pittsburgh 1 : 2
    2 Carolina Core Virginia Dream 1 : 2
    3 Asheville City Greenville 3 : 1
    4 Vistula One Knoxville 1 : 3
    5 FC Naples Red Force 3 : 0
    6 Tormenta America CFL Spurs (WO.)
    7 Indy Eleven Menace 3 : 0
    8 BOHFS St. Louis Union Omaha 0 : 8
    9 Charlotte Independ. Ristozi 4 : 1
    10 Charleston Florida Badgers 2 : 1
    11 AV Alta Valley 559 FC 0 : 1
    12 Sacramento Republic El Farolito 2 : 0
    13 Chattanooga Kalonji 2 : 1
    14 Tennessee Tempo Chattanooga Red Wolves 1 : 0
    15 Richmond Kickers Northern Virginia 2 : 0
    16 West Chester Utd Loudoun 1 : 2
    17 Rhode Island Faialense 4 : 0
    18 Motown Hartford Athletic 0 : 2
    19 Vermont Green Portland Hearts of Pine 1 : 0
    20 Westchester SC NY Renegades 2 : 0
    21 Lexington Flower City Union 9 : 0
    22 Louisville City Southern Indiana 2 : 0
    23 Flint City Forward Madison 2 : 0
    24 Detroit Michigan Rangers 5 : 1
    25 Colorado Springs Azteca 3 : 0
    26 Ventura Spokane Velocity 1 : 2
    27 San Antonio New Stars 6 : 0
    28 Little Rock Rangers FC Tulsa 2 : 4
    29 New Mexico Cruizers 3 : 2
    30 Laredo Heat El Paso 0 : 2
    31 Orange County SC Laguna United 3 : 0
    32 Phoenix Rising San Ramon 4 : 0

    1/32-finals

    1 Pittsburgh Virginia Dream
    2 Asheville City One Knoxville
    3 FC Naples America CFL Spurs
    4 Indy Eleven Union Omaha
    5 Charlotte Independ. Charleston
    6 Valley 559 FC Sacramento Republic
    7 Chattanooga Tennessee Tempo
    8 Richmond Kickers Loudoun
    9 Rhode Island Hartford Athletic
    10 Vermont Green Westchester SC
    11 Lexington Louisville City
    12 Flint City Detroit
    13 Colorado Springs Spokane Velocity
    14 San Antonio FC Tulsa
    15 New Mexico El Paso
    16 Orange County SC Phoenix Rising

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