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MLS Western Conference Final: LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Galaxy welcome the Seattle Sounders FC to Dignity Health Sports Park Saturday for the MLS Western Conference semifinal. Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

The Galaxy finished second in the West with a 19-7-8 record and a +19 goal differential, having netted a conference-high 69 goals in the regular season. They finished 13-3-1 at home. Los Angeles, winners of 10 of its last 13, beat Minnesota United 6-2 in the conference semifinal at home Sunday. It took down the Colorado Rapids by an aggregate of 9-1 in Round 1.

The Sounders closed out the regular season 16-9-9 with a +16 goal differential. Their strength has been their backline, allowing a conference-best 35 goals. Seattle, which hasn’t lost since August 31, drew the Houston Dynamo in both Round One games, winning each in penalty kicks. The Sounders beat LAFC on the road 2-1 in the conference semifinal on Nov. 23.

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LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of soccer odds. Lines last updated at 1:20 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: LA Galaxy -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Seattle Sounders FC +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: -105)

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LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC picks and predictions

Prediction

LA Galaxy 1, Seattle Sounders 0

Moneyline (ML)

BET LA GALAXY (-110).

The Sounders didn’t get many results on the road, ending with 7 losses in 17 regular season road matches. They have played twice on the road in the playoffs and have had fewer expected goals than their opponent in both of those, closing out the battle with LAFC with half a many (0.9 to 1.8).

The Galaxy have been throttling opponents and appear unstoppable, outscoring their foes 15-3 in their 3 playoff games. Los Angeles has had double the expected goals of its opponent in 3 straight home games.

Back LA GALAXY (-110).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-105).

The Galaxy have been on fire offensively. That’s easy to see in their results, but against Seattle, it has been the opposite story. Both regular season games went Under 2.5 goals and each actually went Under 1.5. Los Angeles had 1.2 expected goals in those games combined.

Seattle has held a clean sheet in 6 of its last 10 games and has allowed fewer than 1.0 expected goals in 7 of those 10. It has depended on it defense often, scoring more than once in just 2 of its last 7.

Considering those trends and the thought that this level of postseason battle should be more high-stakes and low-scoring, also keeping in mind that this has been bet up from +115, take UNDER 2.5 (-105).

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MLS Eastern Conference Final: Orlando City SC vs. New York Red Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Orlando City SC vs. New York Red Bulls odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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Orlando City SC welcomes the New York Red Bulls to Inter & Co Stadium for the Eastern Conference Final Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Orlando City SC vs. New York Red Bulls odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

New York finished seventh in the East with a +5 goal differential and an 11-14-9 record. It ended the year 4-7-6 on the road. So far in the postseason, the Red Bulls went 1-1-0 against the Columbus Crew in Round One and finished that series by winning the second match in penalty kicks after a full-time draw. They then beat NYCFC on the road 2-0 Nov. 23 to advance to the conference semifinal.

Orlando City had a far better regular season, finishing 15-7-12, good for fourth place in the conference. It had a +9 goal differential, scoring 59. Orlando City had earned more points (2) on the road than at home. It went 1-2-0 against Charlotte FC in Round One, also ending the series in penalty kicks. Orlando City beat Atlanta 1-0 in the conference semifinal.

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Orlando City SC vs. New York Red Bulls odds

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  • Moneyline: Orlando City SC -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | New York Red Bulls +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -125 | U: -110)

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Orlando City SC vs. New York Red Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, New York Red Bulls 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET ORLANDO CITY SC (-120).

Orlando City may have just beaten Atlanta 1-0 Nov. 24, but it dominated that battle, ending with 1.1 more expected goals and allowing its opponent just 0.3. City is 8-2-2 in its last 12 games and 6-1-1 at home in that span.

While New York advanced, it had an opposite showing. NYCFC had far more expected goals, as New York City ended with 2.8 and the Red Bulls finished with 1.0. It has had fewer expected goals in 3 straight games.

Expect the Red Bulls’ luck to run out, and back ORLANDO CITY SC (-120).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-125).

The Red Bulls have gone over this total in 7 of their last 9 games. New York has been on fire offensively, scoring at least once in every game since Aug. 31 and scoring twice in 3 of its last 4.

Orlando City has gone Over in 5 of its last 9 and finished all but 1 game with 1.4 expected goals or more. City has allowed 1.2 or more expected goals in 6 of its last 9.

Couple those trends, and back OVER 2.5 (-125).

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Western Conference semifinal: LA Galaxy vs. Minnesota United FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s LA Galaxy vs. Minnesota United FC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Galaxy welcome the Minnesota United FC to Dignity Health Sports Park Sunday for a Western Conference semifinal battle. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET (FS1/Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the LA Galaxy vs. Minnesota United FC odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

The LA Galaxy finished 2nd in the Western Conference, ending with a +19 goal differential. They were 19-7-8 on the season but, more importantly, were 13-3-1 at home. Los Angeles ended the regular season on fire, winning 12 of its last 17. It took down the Colorado Rapids in back-to-back Round One games, scoring 9 goals and allowing just 1.

Minnesota United was sixth in the West with a 15-7-12 record and had a +9 goal differential. United had a strong attack, finishing with 58 goals in the season. On the road, United actually played better, ending with 2 more road points and an 8-3-6 away record. They went 6-1-1 to close the regular season. In Round One, Minnesota beat Real Salt Lake in both games as each ended in a penalty shootout.

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LA Galaxy vs. Minnesota United FC odds

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  • Moneyline: LA Galaxy -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Minnesota United FC +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Draw +300 (bet $100 to win $300)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -175)

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LA Galaxy vs. Minnesota United FC picks and predictions

Prediction

LA Galaxy 3, Minnesota United FC 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LA GALAXY (-130).

The Galaxy are red-hot, and at home, they have faired even better. Los Angeles has won 8 straight home matches and have outscored its opponents 11-3 in its last 3 at home. This team knows how to score, notching at least 3 goals 4 times in the last 6 matches.

While United did hang with Real Salt Lake, they did have fewer expected goals on the road. They also had a midseason stretch where they lost 6 in a row, so they haven’t been consistently one of the better teams this season. Allowing 1.44 goals per game, they won’t be able to keep pace with the potent LA attack.

Take LA GALAXY (-130).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+125).

The Galaxy are going to have the upper hand when it comes to how this game is played since they are at home, and they have gone Over this total in 6 of their last 8 games, both due to a dynamic offense and a reeling defense. Los Angeles has allowed at least 2 goals in 5 of its last 9 matches.

Minnesota’s defense has stepped up as of late, but its season-long trends, averaging 1.71 goals per game while allowing 1.44, would suggest it can play at a fast pace and score efficiently as well.

Assume the Galaxy can get on the board early and force this to be a quicker game than United expects. Back OVER 3.5 (+125).

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Eastern Conference semifinal: Orlando City SC vs. Atlanta United FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Orlando City SC vs. Atlanta United FC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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Orlando City SC welcomes Atlanta United FC to Inter & Co Stadium Saturday for a Western Conference semifinal battle Sunday. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (Apply TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Orlando City SC vs. Atlanta United FC odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

Atlanta United finished 9th in the Eastern Conference and had a -3 goal differential throughout the regular season, ending with 46 goals for and 49 against. United beat CF Montreal 2-2 (5-4 penalty kicks) in the Wild Card round and then upset No. 1 seed Inter Miami, winning 2 of 3 games and outscoring Inter 6-5. Atlanta is 4-1-1 in its last 6 matches.

Orlando City finished the regular season with a 15-7-12 record and a +9 goal differential, netting 59. It finished 4th in the conference. Orlando City was on fire to end the regular season, going 6-0-2 down the stretch. It went 1-2-0 in its 3 Round One games with Charlotte FC, losing in penalty on the road in the second match then winning in penalties at home to close the series.

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Orlando City SC vs. Atlanta United FC odds

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  • Moneyline: Orlando City SC -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Atlanta United +455 (bet $100 to win $455) | Draw +350 (bet $100 to win $350)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -190 | U: +130)

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Orlando City SC vs. Atlanta United FC picks and predictions

Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, Atlanta United 2

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+350).

Orlando City lost 2-1 at home to Atlanta United in the final match of the regular season, and it drew Charlotte in back-to-back matches in Round One, ending 0.9 more expected goals through both those matches. The home side didn’t perform at a high level at home for most of the season and actually scored more points on the road.

Atlanta United has been rolling, and in the playoffs that seems to be the most important part. It has scored at least 2 goals in 5 of its last 6 matches and is 4-4-2 in its last 10, so it has drawn consistently as of late.

With that in mind for both sides and the value on the tie, back DRAW (+350).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER ALTERNATE 3.5 (+145).

Atlanta has a dynamic offense and has a reeling defense. It has scored at least 2 goals in 7 of its last 10 matches and has scored at least once in all 10. Defensively, it has allowed at least 2 goals in 6 of those 10 matches and has given up at least 1.5 expected goals in 5 straight.

Orlando netted 1.74 goals per game during the regular season and has tallied at least 3 goals in 3 of its last 8 matches. It has had at least 2.1 expected goals 3times in its last 6 games. Orlando has a strong offense while Atlanta’s defense hasn’t lived up to par as of late.

Put those together and take the adjusted OVER 3.5 (+145).

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Eastern Conference semifinal: NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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NYCFC welcomes the New York Red Bulls to Citi Field Saturday for the MLS Eastern Conference Playoffs semifinal. Kickoff is set for 5:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

The Red Bulls closed out the regular season as the 7th seed in the East and were led by F Lewis Morgan, who netted 13 goals in 29 matches. They finished the season with a +5 goal differential, tallying 55 goals and allowing 50. New York is coming off a 2-2 home draw with the Columbus Crew Nov. 3; it won 5-4 on penalty kicks to advance. It beat the Crew 1-0 on the road in the game prior (Oct. 29).

NYCFC took down third-seeded FC Cincinnati, beating it 3-1 at home Nov. 3 and then following that up with a 0-0 road draw Nov. 9, eventually downing Cincinnati 6-5 on penalty kicks. It did lose 1-0 on the road in the first game of the series Oct. 28. NYCFC finished the regular season 6th in the East and with a +5 goal differential as well, having scored 54 and allowed 49. It is led by F Alonso Martinez, who has scored 16 goals in 26 matches.

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NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls odds

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  • Moneyline: NYCFC +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | New York Red Bulls +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: -110)

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NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

NYCFC 1, New York Red Bulls 0

Moneyline (ML)

BET NEW YORK CITY FC (+115).

The Red Bulls downed the Crew in the first round but managed fewer expected goals in both games and had fewer expected goals in 2 of their last 4 regular-season games. New York lost a combined 7-2 in its 2 games against NYCFC during the regular season and allowed at least 2 goals in 5 of its last 6 regular-season matches.

NYCFC came into the playoff on fire, having won 3 of its last 4. It went into one of the toughest environments in MLS and won. Despite having 0.9 fewer expected goals in that final game against FC Cincinnati, it ended with 1.2 more during its lone home match of the 3-game series. NYCFC has a more potent defense and has given up more than 1 goal in just 2 of its last 8 matches.

With that in mind, back NEW YORK CITY FC (+115).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-110).

Both teams know what is at stake, and the defenses should step up in this one. New York City has been held scoreless in 3 of its last 4 games and has had 1.5 or fewer expected goals in 4 of its last 6 battles.

The Red Bulls have scored 1 or fewer goals in 7 of their last 11 games. They have 1.0 or fewer expected goals in 2 of their last 4. New York’s issues this season have stemmed from its defense, but it gave up zero goals to Columbus on the road in the first round. Expect a similar effort.

Back UNDER 2.5 (-110).

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Western Conference semifinal: LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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LAFC welcomes the Seattle Sounders to BMO Stadium for a Western Conference semifinal Saturday. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

LAFC finished atop the Western Conference and earned the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, closing the regular season with a conference-best +20 goal differential. It was 11-4-2 at home as well. LAFC, which won its last 5 regular-season games, beat the Vancouver Whitecaps in a best-of-3 Round 1 series, winning 1-0 in Game 3 Nov. 8 to advance.

The Seattle Sounders finished fourth in the West and were among 6 teams in the MLS with a +16 goal differential or better — the Sounders scored 51 goals and surrendered 35. Seattle was among the hottest teams to close the regular season, ending the last few months with an 11-2-2 record. It drew the Houston Dynamo in back-to-back games in Round 1 — 0-0 in Game the opener and 1-1 in Game 2 — but advanced by winning both matches in penalty kicks.

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LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds

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  • Moneyline: LAFC -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Seattle Sounders FC +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -135)

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LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders FC picks and predictions

Prediction

Seattle Sounders 1, LAFC 1 (Sounders advance in penalty kicks)

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+240).

The Sounders have been performing at a high level on the road. They have had more expected goals than their opponent in 3 of their last 4 games. Seattle has drawn 3 straight matches as well, so it has been playing at the level of its opponent.

LAFC hasn’t drawn since the middle of September, but it has been within 0.5 expected goals of its opponent in 5 straight. In simpler terms, LAFC isn’t blowing out opponents like the best team in the West should although it has consistently won.

With those trends in mind, BACK DRAW (+240).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-135).

LAFC has held its opponent scoreless in 3 of its last 7 games. It has scored 1 goal or fewer in 2 straight matchets and has had 1.2 or fewer expected goals in 3 of its last 5 outings.

Seattle has gone Under this total in 4 straight and in 5 of its last 6. The Sounders have held their opponent scoreless in 4 of their last 6 and have held their opponent to 1 or fewer in 9 of their last 10.

Put it all together and BACK UNDER 2.5 (-135).

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FC Cincinnati vs. NYCFC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. NYCFC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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FC Cincinnati welcomes NYCFC to TQL Stadium for the deciding game of their best-of-3 first-round series Saturday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the FC Cincinnati vs. NYCFC odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati had another solid season and finished 3rd in the Eastern Conference with an 18-5-11 (W-D-L) record and a +10 goal differential. Cincinnati was 7-3-7 at home. It struggled down the stretch, losing 3 of its last 4 games, but it did finish the regular season with a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Union. Cincy took Game 1 of this playoff series 1-0 Oct. 28, having 3.3 expected goals to NYCFC’s 0.3.

NYCFC bounced back and won Game 2 at home 3-1 Saturday, ending with 1.2 more expected goals. NYCFC has struggled defensively, having not held their opponent scoreless since July 13. New York has been held scoreless in 2 of its last 3 games. It went 4-5-8 on the road and finished 6th in the East with a +5 goal differential. F Alonso Martínez leads the club with 16 goals.

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FC Cincinnati vs. NYCFC odds

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  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | NYCFC +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -160 | U: +115)

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FC Cincinnati vs. NYCFC picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 1, NYCFC 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+280).

Despite Cincinnati being at home, which is typically an advantage, it was significantly better on the road, while losing 7 games at home during the regular season. FC Cincinnati lost its last 2 regular-season games by a combined score of 5-2. It had 3.3 expected goals in its first home playoff match against NYCFC but only knocked in 1 goal, so it wasn’t able to convert scoring chances.

NYCFC was able to generate opportunities over its last 7 games, ending with 1.3 or more expected goals in its last 4 regular-season games. NYCFC was 4-5-8 on the road, so it’s used to draws. New York City has drawn 5 of its last 13 games.

Considering how poorly Cincinnati plays at home and frequently NYCFC has drawn recently, there’s good value in DRAW (+280).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+115).

This should be an intense match, and opportunities should be limited. NYCFC has gone Under this total in 2 of its last 3 games and has allowed just 1 goal apiece in 5 of its last 7.

FC Cincinnati has struggled defensively, but it has allowed 4 goals in the last 3 games and has held 2 of its last 3 opponents to 0.8 expected goals or fewer. So, Cincy’s defense has improved as of late.

Considering the intensity this game should have, expect fewer opportunities, and with both defenses having stepped up, BACK UNDER 2.5 (+115).

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LAFC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s LAFC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds and lines, with MLS expert picks, predcitions and best bets.

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LAFC welcomes the Vancouver Whitecaps Friday in a win-or-go-home Game 3 in the first round of the MLS playoffs. Kickoff from BMO Stadium is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (AppleTV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the LAFC vs. Vancouver odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

LAFC and Vancouver have split the series 1-1 with each team winning at home.

In Game 1, LAFC beat the Whitecaps 2-1 with Vancouver erasing the empty sheet in the 94th minute on a goal by M Ryan Gauld.

Game 2 was all Vancouver with the team winning 3-0. Gauld added his 5th goal of the playoffs in the 10th minute while LAFC conceded 2 own goals to even the series.

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LAFC vs. Vancouver odds

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  • Moneyline: LAFC -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Vancouver +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Draw +320 (bet $100 to win $320)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -185 | U: +130)

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LAFC vs. Vancouver picks and predictions

Prediction

LAFC 2, Vancouver 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LAFC (-165).

LAFC was the best team in the Western Conference this season with a 19-7-8 record. They were far better at home with an 11-4-2 record compared to their 8-3-6 road record. In a decisive Game 3, expect the team to rally behind its home crowd for another home win.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-185).

While there is not a lot of value on the Over, there is a reason. LAFC has hit 3 or more goals in each of its last 5 matches while scoring 2 or more goals in 4 of its last 5. It has allowed 1 or more goals in each of its last 4 matches. Vancouver has also hit 3 or more total goals in each of its last 5 matches. It has scored 3 or more goals in 2 of its last 3 matches while scoring at least 1 goal in each of its last 5 matches.

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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. LAFC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Vancouver Whitecaps vs. LAFC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Vancouver Whitecaps welcome LAFC to BC Place for the second match of their best-of-3 playoff series Sunday. Kickoff is set for 8:45 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Vancouver Whitecaps vs. LAFC odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

LAFC finished atop the Western Conference to earned a first-match home game and it beat Vancouver 2-1 Sunday at BMO Stadium. It ended with as many shots and as many on frame, actually conceding 52% of the possession.

Los Angeles ended the regular season with an 8-3-6 record on the road and totaled a +20 goal differential throughout all matches, ending up averaging a stellar 1.85 goals per game. It is led by F Denis Bouanga, who has netted 20 goals in 32 matches. LAFC has won 6 in a row.

The Whitecaps were actually better on the road than at home, posting just a 6-4-7 record in front of their fans. They fell drastically to end the season, losing their last 4 in a row, including 3 at home. Vancouver is led by F Brian White, who has scored 15 goals.

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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. LAFC odds

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  • Moneyline: Vancouver White Caps +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | LAFC +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Draw +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +138 | U: -200)

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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. LAFC picks and predictions

Prediction

LAFC 3, Vancouver Whitecaps 2

Moneyline (ML)

BET LAFC (+150).

Simply put, one team is scorching hot, and the other is the exact opposite. Despite being on the road, the scoring hot one is still the preferred play. LAFC has won 6 straight matches, winning 2 of its last 4 by multiple goals and having more expected goals in 5 of the 6.

Vancouver has allowed at least 2 goals in 3 of its last 4 matches and has scored 1 or fewer goals in 6 of its last 7. It is 1-1-6 over its last 8 games. Considering those trends, back LAFC (+150).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 3.5 (+138).

The better value here is the Over as the Under 3.5 (-200) is virtually unplayable. Vancouver hasn’t been netting the opportunities, but they are there. The Whitecaps have had at least 1.0 expected goals in 10 of their last 11 games. They should be able to find some offensive traction at home.

LAFC has 2 scorers who have scored 15 or more goals, so the firepower is there. It has scored at least 2 goals in 5 of its last 6 matches, so it has had very consistently offensive showings over the last several weeks. That said, expect a plethora of goals and back OVER 3.5 (+138). If you’re feeling really adventuresome, you could consider the Alternative Over 4.5 (+310) for a chance to triple-up.

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Atlanta United FC vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Atlanta United FC vs. Inter Miami odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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Atlanta United welcomes Inter Miami to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday for the second game of their best-of-3 series. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best MLS picks and predictions.

In this first-round series, Inter Miami won the opening match 2-1 Oct. 25. Inter totaled a lofty 22 shots and put 12 on frame, compared to 8 and 2, respectively, for Atlanta. Miami also controlled 66% of the possession.

Led by star F Lionel Messi, Miami finished atop the Eastern Conference and won the Supporters’ Shield as well. It was 11-4-2 on the road this season and ended with a total goal differential of +30, averaging 2.32 goals per game. Messi was tied for a team-high 20 goals in just 19 appearances.

Atlanta United struggled both at home and on the road. United was just 6-4-7 at home this season and ended with a -3 goal differential, having allowed 1.44 goals per game. It did beat CF Montreal in penalty kicks in the Wild Card Round to advance to take on Inter. Atlanta was 2-3-1 over its last 6 games of the regular season.

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Atlanta United FC vs. Inter Miami odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of soccer odds. Lines last updated at 9:45 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Atlanta United +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Inter Miami -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Draw +300
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -120 | U: -120)

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Atlanta United FC vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 2, Atlanta United 2 (Inter advances in penalty kicks)

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+300).

While Miami is a favorite, and for good reason, it hasn’t played as well on the road as of late. It drew 2 of its last 4 road games, one of which was against Atlanta, and finished 2-2. In that match Sept. 18, Inter had 0.3 fewer expected goals as well. Miami has had fewer expected goals than its opponent in 2 of its last 4 games.

Atlanta is 2-1-1 in its last 4 games. It has kept close with opponents and played well down the final few weeks. It has scored at least 2 goals in 3 of its last 4. Expect it to get on the board and keep this one close with its season on the line.

Back DRAW (+300).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (-120).

Three of Atlanta’s last 8 games have ended in a 2-2 draw. United’s defense played sloppy against Inter and should’ve given up far more in the first match, allowing 3.3 expected goals.

Miami should be able to convert those chances in the second match. Inter has gone over this total in 5 of its last 9 games and scored at least 3 goals in 2 of its last 3. Inter allowed 1.44 goals per game during the regular season.

Considering both teams’ lack of defensive aptitude, back OVER 3.5 (-120).

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