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Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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Inter Miami (18 wins, 5 draws, 4 losses) welcomes the Philadelphia Union (7-9-11) to Chase Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Inter Miami will be welcoming F Lionel Messi back to the pitch as he’s been out since sustaining an injury with the Argentine national team. Inter sits atop the league and has the most points in the Eastern Conference. They have tallied 62 goals, the most in the MLS by 9. Miami has a +22 goal differential, having allowed 40 goals through 27 matches. Inter is led by F Luis Suarez, who has netted 16 goals this season.

The Union have struggled to find their footing this season after being among the best teams in the East over the last several seasons. Philadelphia sits 11th and is the only team outside the top 7 with a positive goal differential. It has scored 47 and allowed 43. The Union have won 3 of their last 4 games and have outscored opponents 10-2 in that span. They are led by F Daniel Gazdag, who has 14 goals in 23 matches.

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Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 6:14 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter Miami -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Philadelphia Union +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Draw +375 (bet $100 to win $375)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +110 | U: -160)

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Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 2, Philadelphia Union 2

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+375).

For starters, there’s no telling how much Messi is going to play. This will be his 1st action since June, so it seems unlikely Miami, which are destined for a deep playoff run, will take any risks. Inter has an older roster and may struggle as the season progresses. They had 0.9 fewer expected goals in their last home game, 2-0 win over FC Cincinnati.

Philadelphia has some of the most technical players in the league and needs to get a result to keep its club within playoff reach. The Union have won 3 of their last 4 games, so they’ve been putting it together. They had more expected goals than Inter in a home loss earlier in the season. Philadelphia has drawn 5 of 13 road games as well.

While this is only a partial-unit play, there is value in DRAW (+375).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+110).

Both teams have elite and efficient offensive players. The Union are averaging 1.74 goals per game and are allowing 1.59 per game. Star GK Andre Blake is unlikely to play as well after landing on the injury report.

The Union have scored 10 goals in their last 4 matches and have tallied at least 2 in 5 of their last 8. Inter has netted at least 2 in 4 straight and have gone Over this total in 3 of their last 5 games. They are averaging 2.30 goals per game.

Take OVER 3.5 (+110).

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LA Galaxy vs. LAFC odds, picks and predictions

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

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The LA Galaxy (15 wins, 7 draws, 6 losses) welcome LAFC (14-6-6) to Dignity Health Sports Park Saturday. Kickoff in the Western Conference clash is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the LA Galaxy vs. LAFC odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

LAFC drew the Houston Dynamo 0-0 Saturday and are 0-1-1 since the lengthy break from mid-July to late August. Los Angeles has been dominant at home, but struggled on the road and is just 5-3-4 in away matches. It has tallied 1.85 goals per game and has one of the best offenses behind F Denis Bouanga, who has 16 goals and 8 assists, both team-high totals. LAFC beat the Galaxy 2-1 at the Rose Bowl on July 4.

The Galaxy, who sit atop the Western Conference and have the 2nd-most points in the MLS, lost to St. Louis 2-1 on Sept. 1 in their last match. Los Angeles has won 3 of its last 4 games and is 1-0-1 since that Olympics break. It is 8-0-3 over its last 11 matches. The Galaxy have dominated at home and are 10-3-1 at Dignity Health Sports Park. They are led by F Dejan Joveljic, who has netted 12 goals in 22 matches.

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LA Galaxy vs. LAFC odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 5:58 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: LA Galaxy +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | LAFC +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Draw +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +110 | U: -155)

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LA Galaxy vs. LAFC picks and predictions

Prediction

LA Galaxy 2, LAFC 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LA GALAXY (+150).

The LA Galaxy, over the last 4 years, have been able to get the result at home. There have been 5 games in that span at Dignity Health Sports Park, and 3 of them have seen the Galaxy come out victorious.

The Galaxy are also the far hotter team right now, having held a clean sheet in 4 of their last 10 games. LAFC, who haven’t played well on the road this season, have been outscored 5-8 over their last 5 matches.

Considering the trends in the series, take LA GALAXY (+150).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (-155).

While there’s juice here, it is the better side. This rivalry has seen 4 of the last 5 matches go Under a 3.5 total.

Although a typically dominant and fast-paced attack, LAFC has scored just 5 goals in its last 5 games and has been held scoreless for 2 straight. They have had 1.0 or fewer expected goals in 3 of their last 4 games.

Similarly, the Galaxy have gone Under this total in 2 straight and in 8 of their last 10. Expect goals but not more than 3.5 here. Back UNDER 3.5 (-155).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

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

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FC Cincinnati (16 wins, 3 draws, 8 losses) welcome the Columbus Crew (14-7-5) to TQL Stadium Saturday 1 of 2 battles in the Hell Is Real derby. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Crew were among the hottest teams in the league from June 14 to July 17, winning 6 of 7 matches. Since then, they are 2-1-2. Columbus has an aggressive offense, averaging 2.0 goals per game (GPG), and it has been a solid road team as well, having won 7 of 13 games. The Crew are 7-3-3 on the road. Columbus is led by F Cucho, who has 13 goals and 6 assists.

FC Cincinnati has flipped the script from last season when they won the Supporters Shield. Instead of being dominant at home, Cincinnati has struggled at TQL Stadium. It is 7-2-5 at home and has lost 4 of its last 5 games, 2 of those losses to far weaker conference opponents. Cincinnati is 5-0-5 in its last 10 games. It is led by M Luciano Acosta, who has 11 goals and 15 assists in 25 matches.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 5:44 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Columbus +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Draw +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +105 | U: -155)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, Columbus Crew 2

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+270).

FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew typically play each other well, as is the case in most true rivalries. Of the last 9 games, 2 were draws, and 5 ended within 1 goal.

The Crew and FCC have drawn 2-2 in 2 of their last 8 matches. They have also drawn in 2 of the last 3 games at TQL Stadium, and the lone non-draw was a 3-2 Crew win in the playoffs which did end 90 minutes tied.

FC Cincinnati was a fortress at home last season and should have a rowdy crowd on Saturday. The Crew are the hotter team, but Cincinnati is home. Put it all together with the trends at TQL Stadium between these 2 sides and take DRAW (+270).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+105).

The Crew have gone Over this total in 2 straight matches and in 4 of their last 7. They have had at least 1.8 expected goals in 8 of their last 10 games. Columbus has one of the best offenses in the MLS and will be taking on a banged-up Cincinnati defense which will be down a few key players.

FCC has the reigning MLS MVP who is a creator on the offensive end. They have scored 15 goals in their last 7 games and have topped this total in 5 of their last 7. FCC has just 3 clean sheets in its last 21 games. It has a potent offense and lacking defense.

Both offenses should be looking to attack in front of an energetic crowd. Back OVER 3.5 (+105).

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Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

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

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Inter Miami (16 wins, 5 draws, 4 losses) welcome FC Cincinnati (15-3-7) to Chase Stadium Saturday for a clash of top-tier Eastern Conference sides. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Having been knocked out in the Leagues Cup in the Round of 16, Inter Miami hasn’t been on the pitch since Aug. 13 and hasn’t played an MLS match since July 20. While momentum might not still be there, Miami has won 6 of its last 7 MLS matches and has won 3 straight at home. It is 8-3-2 this season at home. Inter is led by a combination of F Luis Suarez and F Lionel Messi, both of which have 12 goals on the season.

Inter sits atop the Eastern Conference with FC Cincinnati 2nd. FCC trails by 5 points. Cincinnati has lost 3 straight games, 2 of which were at home. Its last win was a 6-1 thrashing of Miami at home. FCC has been far better on the road than at home this season, having a 9-1-2 road record. In recent weeks, FCC has had numerous defender injuries and has a struggling backline. It is led by reigning MLS MVP Luciano Acosta, who has 11 goals and 15 assists in 24 matches.

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Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:45 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter Miami -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | FC Cincinnati +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +132 | U: -162)

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Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 3, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET INTER MIAMI (-105).

Inter Miami has been on a roll and should be at full strength entering this match. Miami has one of the most technically gifted sides in the entire league and should be able to tear about a thin FC Cincinnati backline.

Miami has scored 2 or more goals in 7 of its last 8 games while Cincinnati has tallied just 2 goals in its last 3. FCC has lost 5 of its last 10 games, which is shocking for a side that won the Supporters Shield last season.

Also, Miami took a 6-1 beatdown to FCC in early July. With Messi expected to be back, the home side should have fond memories of that match. Miami has been strong at home, and it should continue that trend.

Take INTER MIAMI (-105).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+132).

Both these teams like to score, and neither likes to defend much. FCC has averaged 1.76 goals per game while allowing 1.32 per game. They have gone Over even this total in 4 of its last 5.

Miami is a similar story. It has gone Over even this total in 4 of its last 9, scoring at least 2 in all but 1 of those matches. Inter has allowed a goal in 10 straight matches as well. It is averaging 2.24 goals per game while allowing 1.56 per game.

Inter has a league-high 56 goals while allowing 39, the second most among any top 9 (those that make the playoffs or play-in game) Eastern Conference team. Expect a shootout Saturday and back OVER 3.5 (+132).

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Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Rapids (11 wins, 5 draws, 9 losses) welcome Real Salt Lake (12-8-4) to Dick’s Sporting Goods Park for a battle of Western Conference powerhouses Saturday. Kickoff is set for 9:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Rapids, who are 7-3-2 at home this season, lost a midweek battle with the LA Galaxy 3-2 Wednesday. Colorado did end with 0.1 more expected goals in the road defeat. It is 2-1-2 over its last 5 games and 4-1-0 in its last 5 at home. The Rapids have scored 47 goals while allowing 41 through their 25 matches. They are led offensively by Brazilian F Rafael Navarro, who has netted 11 goals in 25 matches.

Real Salt Lake, which is 4-7-2 on the road, has one of the most potent offenses in MLS and has tallied 2.04 goals per game while allowing 1.29. It sits 3rd in the West, coming off a 1-1 road draw against LAFC Wednesday. RSL will continue to be without its leading goal-scoring option in F Cristian Arango, who is still serving a 4-game suspension. RSL is 1-5-1 in its last 6 on the road.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake odds

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  • Moneyline: Colorado Rapids -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Real Salt Lake +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +130 | U: -160)

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Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado Rapids 2, Real Salt Lake 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET COLORADO RAPIDS (-105).

When the lights are the brightest, the Rapids have shown up. The Rapids have won home games against LAFC (4th in the West) and the Vancouver Whitecaps (2nd in the West), winning 3-2 and 1-0, respectively. Colorado has won 4 of its last 5 home games.

RSL did get a road draw against LAFC, but it will be down its most elusive scoring option. That was clearly seen, as it notched just 1.4 expected goals. RSL has had as many or fewer expected goals in 3 of its last 4 road games despite a 1-2-1 record in those outings.

Considering how well Colorado has faced against top competition at home, back COLORADO RAPIDS (-105).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (-160).

RSL has scored with ease this season, but it will be without Arango Saturday. It has gone under this total, and scored 1 or fewer goals, in 4 of its last 5 road games. It has been held scoreless in 2 of its last 5 away trips as well.

The Rapids have gone under this total in 3 of its last 5 home games and 6 of its last 9 overall. Despite the expensive valuation here, take UNDER 3.5 (-160).

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New York Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New York Red Bulls (9 wins, 11 draws, 4 losses) welcome FC Cincinnati (15-3-6) to Red Bull Arena Saturday for a clash of top Eastern Conference sides. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the New York Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Red Bulls, who sit 4th in the East, have won or drawn each of their 11 home games, winning 6 and drawing 5. In their 24 matches, they have tallied 39 goals while allowing 30. New York has drawn 4 straight games and 6 of its last 7. It is coming off a 2-2 home draw against CF Montreal Wednesday. Offensively, it is led by F Lewis Morgan, who has tallied 10 goals in 20 matches.

FC Cincinnati’s midweek match resulted in a disappointing 1-0 home loss to the Chicago Fire Wednesday. It is just 6-2-5 at home, having gone a league-best 9-1-1 on the road. FCC has impressively won 7 straight away games. It has scored 43 goals on the season while allowing 30. It is led by reigning MVP Luciano Acosta, who has tallied 11 goals and 15 assists in 23 matches. The Argentine No. 10 has also been named captain of the MLS All-Star team for a 2nd straight year.

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New York Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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  • Moneyline: New York Red Bulls -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | FC Cincinnati +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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New York Red Bulls vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, New York Red Bulls 2

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+250).

FC Cincinnati has been virtually unbeatable on the road despite its entire backline being shredded by injuries. FCC has struggled over the last few weeks, but it still has won 9 of 11 on the road. It should be able to compete despite injuries woes.

For the Red Bulls, they have drawn 3 of their last 4 home games with 3 of their last 6 games ending in a 2-2 draw. The Red Bulls have drawn 4 straight games with 3 of those ending with 0.6 expected goals. They play to the level of their opponent, and that should be repeated Saturday.

Take DRAW (+250).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-122).

The Red Bulls have scored at least 2 goals in 4 of their last 6 games and topped this total in 4 of 6 as well. With both teams allowing at least 1.25 goals per game, offense should come with ease.

FC Cincinnati has gone north of this total in 6 of its last 8 games. It has scored 3 or more goals 4 times over that span, as well as 4 or more in 3 of those outings.

Both teams have scored well, but have been sloppy on defense. With FCC having a banged-up backline, except a plethora of goals to be scored. Take OVER 2.5 (-122).

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LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Galaxy (12 wins, 7 draws, 5 losses) welcome the Colorado Rapids (11-5-8) to Dignity Health Sports Park Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Galaxy, who sit 3rd in the Western Conference, have won 7 of 11 home games this season. Despite coming off a 2-0 road loss to FC Dallas Saturday,  LA has won 5 of its last 7 matches, and it has won 5 of its last 6 at home. The Galaxy are averaging 1.83 goals per game while allowing 1.33 per game. They are led offensively by F Dejan Joveljic with 12 goals in 21 matches.

The Rapids, who are 4th in the Western Conference, have tallied 45 goals in 24 matches and have allowed 38. They are coming off a 1-1 home battle Saturday against the New York Red Bulls. While Colorado has had a good start to the season, it is just 4-2-6 on the road and has lost 4 of its last 5 away matches. The Rapids offense is spearheaded by F Rafael Navarro, who has  11 goals in 24 matches.

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LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids odds

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  • Moneyline: LA Galaxy -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Colorado Rapids +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +300 (bet $100 to win $300)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +106 | U: -128)

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LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids picks and predictions

Prediction

LA Galaxy 3, Colorado Rapids 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LA GALAXY (-115).

The Rapids have been awful on the road over the last 2 months. They haven’t just lost; most of the games have been decisive defeats. Colorado’s last road match ended in a 3-0 loss to LAFC and 3 of its last 5 away matches have resulted in defeats of more than 1 goal.

The Galaxy have been a strong home side and have been surging over the last few months. Given their strength at home and the value on them to win outright, take LA GALAXY (-115).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+106).

Neither team plays much defense. The Galaxy allow 1.33 goals per game while Colorado allows 1.58 per game. The Rapids have given up at least 3 goals in a game 6 times this season and have netted at least 2 in a 5 of their last 7 games.

LA has a similar style of play, having scored 2 or more in 6 of its last 10 matches. It has allowed at least 2 in 12 matches. Given the pace of both teams and the season-long scoring trends, back OVER 3.5 (+106).

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LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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LAFC (13 wins, 4 draws, 5 losses) welcomes Real Salt Lake (12-7-4) to BMO Stadium Wednesday in a clash of the top 2 Western Conference sides. Kickoff is set for 10:45 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

LAFC has been virtually unbeatable at home with a 9-2-1 record in 12 games at BMO Stadium. But it suffered its 1st home loss of the season Saturday, 5-1 to the Columbus Crew, marking LAFC’s 1st loss since May 4. LAFC had won 9 of its last 10 matches prior and has had at least 2.5 expected goals in 3 of its last 4. It is led in scoring by F Denis Bouanga, who has netted 14 goals in 22 matches.

Real Salt Lake, which has claimed the top spot in the West for most of the season until the last few weeks, has lost 2 of its last 4 matches and is 3-0-2 over its last 5. It is coming off a 3-0 road loss to the Portland Timbers. Unfortunately, it will not have Colombian F Cristian Arango. He has tallied a team-high 17 goals in 23 matches, but has to serve a 4-match suspension. RSL has had a dominant attacking, averaging 2.09 goals per game, but struggles in defense, where it is allowing 1.30.

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LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake odds

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  • Moneyline: LAFC -260 (bet $260 to win $100) | Real Salt Lake +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Draw +430 (bet $100 to win $430)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -106 | U: -116)

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LAFC vs. Real Salt Lake picks and predictions

Prediction

LAFC 2, Real Salt Lake 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s no good value on the moneyline. RSL has a solid team outside of Arango, but they haven’t played at the top of their game over the last few weeks with him.

Without their top offensive option against a team which has played like the best in the MLS over the last 2 months, RSL (+500) isn’t worth taking as a hefty underdog. Similarly, LAFC (-260) is too expensive to take here. Ultimately, avoid a moneyline play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (-116).

Both teams allow between 1.30 and 1.32 goals per game, so the defensive shortcomings are similar. However, LAFC has tallied 2 or fewer goals in 7 of its last 10. It has gone Over this total in 2 of its last 5 games and has even had a clean sheet in 5 of its last 10.

RSL will be without its top offensive weapon and, even before his suspension, had been held scoreless in 3 of its last 6 matches while allowing 3 or more goals in just 2 of its last 8. Considering those trends, expect the Under to be the better play here.

Back UNDER 3.5 (-116).

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Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Columbus Crew (12 wins, 6 draws, 3 losses) welcome Charlotte FC (10-5-8) to Lower.com Field Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Crew, who sit 3rd in the Eastern Conference, are the reigning MLS Cup Champions. Columbus has continued to build on that success, averaging 2.14 goals per game while allowing just 0.90. It is coming off a strong 5-1 road win over LAFC. The Crew have won 9 of their last 10 games, scoring 4 or more goals in 4 of their last 5. They are 6-3-1 at home this season, having won 3 straight at Lower.com Field.

Charlotte FC, who sit 6th in the East, are coming off a 3-1 win at FC Cincinnati, which is in 1st place in the East. Charlotte is 4-1-2 over its last 7 games and has tallied 2 or more goals in 3 of its last 5. It is 4-1-6 on the road this season. Charlotte has netted 27 goals while allowing 24 through 23 matches. It is led by F Patrick Agyemang, who has tallied 6 goals in 21 matches.

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Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 8:06 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Columbus Crew -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Charlotte FC +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Draw +350
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +142 | U: -174)

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Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC picks and predictions

Prediction

Columbus Crew 3, Charlotte FC 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

The Crew (-210) are on fire and have one of the best top-to-bottom rosters in MLS. Their offense has been virtually unstoppable, scoring a combined 9 goals in their last 2 games. The combination of F Diego Rossi and F Cucho Hernandez has been difficult for teams to stop. They have combined for 20 goals and 12 assists this season.

Charlotte, which has had fewer expected goals in 3 straight games and in 4 of its last 5, doesn’t seem primed to slow down the hot Columbus attack. With those trends in mind, AVOID a play here, as the home favorite is far too expensive.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+142).

The Crew has been the hottest offense in MLS, and Charlotte’s games have ended in high totals as well. Charlotte has gone over this total in 4 of its last 8 games, scoring 2 or more goals in 4 of those and allowing 2 or more in 4 as well. Charlotte has had at least an expected goal in 6 of its last 7, so it can produce offensively.

The Crew have gone north of this total in 2 straight and had at least 2.0 expected goals in 5 consecutive games. They have gone over this total in 7 of their last 10.

Considering Charlotte is unlikely to slow them down, expect a plethora of goals, and back OVER 3.5 (+142).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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Inter Miami (14 wins, 5 draws, 3 losses) welcome FC Cincinnati (14-3-4) to Chase Stadium for a clash of Eastern Conference powerhouses Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Inter Miami leads the Eastern Conference with 47 points, just ahead of FC Cincinnati (45 points), which has played 1 less match.

Inter Miami, which won at Charlotte FC 2-1 Wednesday, has been competing well while star F Lionel Messi is with Argentina at Copa America. Inter has won 4 straight games, each by a 2-1 score. Miami is 6-3-2 at home this season, yet are just 1-1-1 over its last 3 home games. Inter has had fewer expected goals than its opponent in 3 of its last 4. Inter Miami has won 11 of its last 14.

FC Cincinnati, which has been beat up on the backline with numerous injuries, took down D.C. United on the road Wednesday in a 3-2 thriller. M Pavel Bucha netted 2 of the 3 in the victory. FCC has been far better on the road than at home, having gone 9-1-1 in away matches. It is led by reigning MLS MVP Luciano Acosta, who has netted 9 goals and tallied 14 assists. FCC is 11-0-2 over its last 13.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:03 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Inter Miami +330 (bet $100 to win $330) | Draw +300
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +128 | U: -156)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 2, FC Cincinnati 2

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+300).

Both teams are playing at a high level, and although Inter will be without a few of its key players, it has been winning with ease. Miami has drawn 3 of 11 games at home. While much can be made surrounding the type of opponents Miami has beaten while Messi is away, it does have a 2-1 home win over the Columbus Crew — the 3rd-place team in the East.

For FCC, it will continue to have a weakened backline that arguably should’ve given up more than it did in Wednesday’s win vs. D.C. Cincinnati is on fire, but at -140, there isn’t much value to back the visiting side to win outright. The best moneyline play is on a full-time DRAW (+300).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+128).

The total here is the best value and a great play. Inter has scored 2 or more goals in 5 straight and in 6 of its last 7 matches, while allowing a goal in all 7 of those contests as well. Miami has gone Over this total in all 7 matches and in every game since a 1-0 home win over D.C. United May 18. Inter is averaging 2.27 goals per game, while allowing 1.41.

Cincinnati, with its depleted defense, is averaging 1.71 per game while allowing 1.19 per game. FCC has gone Over this total in 6 of its last 8 games and have tallied at least 3 goals in 4 of its last 7. Given the styles of both teams, expect a plethora of goals and back OVER 3.5 (+128).

If you don’t want to lay 3.5 goals, there’s an option of laying a lot of juice in Over 2.5 (-194).

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