Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Columbus Crew welcome Atlanta United to Lower.com Field Wednesday for the 1st match of a best-of-3 playoff series. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Crew ended the season 3rd in the Eastern Conference, posting a 16-9-9  record. They scored an East-leading 67 goals while allowing just 46 for a conference-best +21 goal differential. The Crew were an impressive 12-4-1 at home. They were led by F Cucho, who ended the season with 16 goals in 27 matches. The Crew are coming off a regular season-ending 2-1 home win over CF Montreal.

United finished 6th in the East and had a 13-12-9 (9 losses) record. They had 66 goals for, the 2nd-most in the conference, and 53 against. Atlanta was 3-8-6 on the road and haven’t won on the road since Aug. 20. United drew Columbus 1-1 at home in their 2nd-to-last regular-season match. United is led in scoring this season by F Giorgos Giakoumakis with 17 goals in 27 matches.

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Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 9:46 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Columbus Crew -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Atlanta United +360 (bet $100 to win $360) | Draw +333 (bet $100 to win $333)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +105 | U: -155)

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Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United picks and predictions

Prediction

Columbus Crew 2, Atlanta United 2 (Crew win in extra time)

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+333).

United hasn’t played well enough on the road for this to be even a half-unit play, but both sides have drawn frequently drawn the home stretch of the regular season.

United drew their final 2 games, including a match against Columbus and the conference-leading FC Cincinnati, and they drew 4 of their last 7 games. Columbus drew 3 of its last 5 games and had fewer expected goals than its opponent in 2 of those 5.

Put all the trends together and DRAW (+333) has some value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+105).

The Crew have scored in every game they’ve played in September and October (8 matches) and have scored multiple goals in 5 of those and 3-plus goals in 3.

In 6 of those 8 matches, they have had 2 or more expected goals. This offense is elite and is averaging 1.97 goals per game. Both defenses are slacking with Columbus allowing 1.35 and Atlanta allowing 1.56.

United has scored in every game since June 24. In their 7 games after August, they have scored multiple goals in 5 of those and have allowed a goal in every game as well. They have scored 9 goals in their last 4 games.

Expect plenty of goals and take OVER 3.5 (+105).

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Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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Atlanta United (11 wins, 9 draws, 8 losses) and Inter Miami (8-4-14) square off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Inter Miami is 14th in the Eastern Conference and remains well outside of playoff position, but it did win the Leagues Cup and is in the U.S. Open Cup final after the addition of F Lionel Messi.

Messi is considered one of the best soccer players in the world and has 1 goal in 3 MLS regular-season appearances. Inter had 5 wins in 22 matches to start the season but has won 3 of 4 games since Messi’s arrival. They are just 3-1-9 on the road this season.

Atlanta has been far better at home than away. It is 8-3-3 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium but is just 3-6-5 on the road. It is led by F Giorgos Giakoumakis, who has 13 goals in 21 matches (15 starts). United has won 2 of their last 4 games and is 4-1-3 over their last 8.

Atlanta lost 2-1 on the road at Inter Miami on May 6 in their first meeting this season.

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Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami odds

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  • Moneyline: Atlanta United +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Inter Miami +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Draw +275
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +115 | U: -170)

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Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Atlanta United 2, Inter Miami 2

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+275) for the value.

Inter should be able to push for a playoff spot over its last 8 games. Having played so many non-MLS games over the past few months, Messi may not start. Miami has drawn 4 of its last 8 games and is 2-1-0 over its last 3 outings. However, Inter’s road struggles are notable.

Atlanta has been strong at home and sits 6th in the East. It is averaging 1.82 goals per game while Miami is allowing 1.50 per game. United should be able to score enough to hang with Inter on Saturday.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+115).

The strength of both sides is in the attack. Atlanta is averaging 1.82 goals per game and allowing 1.54. It has scored in every home game and allowed a goal in all but 4 of them and has netted 2 goals in 9 of 14 home matches. United has topped this total in 7 of 14 matches and will be playing a side with similar traits.

Inter has scored 8 goals in 4 matches since Messi’s arrival and has tallied at least 3 goals in 2 of the 4. They have allowed in all but one road match this season, displaying a crippling weakness on the back end. Expect goals to be scored with two attack-heavy sides and take OVER 3.5 (+110).

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Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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Atlanta United (11 wins, 8 draws, 7 losses) welcomes FC Cincinnati (16-6-3) to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET  (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Atlanta United has played well as of late, beating Nashville 4-0 in their last match Saturday and Seattle 2-0 on Aug. 20. Atlanta is 4-0-2 over its last 6 games. It is 8-3-2 at home this season. In the attack, Atlanta is led by F Giorgos Giakoumakis. This is his 1st season in the MLS, and he has scored 12 goals in 19 matches (13 starts). United’s defense has been their main pain point, allowing 39 goals in 26 matches.

FC Cincinnati is coming off a 3-0 home win over NYCFC and sits atop the Eastern Conference table. They have scored 42 goals and allowed 28 through 25 matches. FCC has played 3 games since Aug. 20, a 3-0 loss at Columbus, their win over NYCFC and a 3-3 (5-4 penalty kicks) loss to Inter Miami in the U.S. Open Cup semifinal. FCC is led by M Luciano Acosta, who has scored 12 goals and assisted on 8 through 24 matches.

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Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Atlanta United +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | FC Cincinnati +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Draw +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -165 | U: +120)

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Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

Atlanta United 2, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET ATLANTA UNITED (+105).

FCC has been putting some miles on their top players. They have played in 2 knockout stage matches and 2 high-profile MLS matches since the start of August. Atlanta has played in just 2 matches during the month. United has also won 4 of their last 6 games and is 8-3-2 at home, a strong home record.

FCC has been unbeatable at home, posting a 12-1-0 record, but they have just 4-5-3 on the road. Playing a surging Atlanta side that thrashed Nashville, one of the better teams in the league, FCC may struggle.

Take ATLANTA UNITED (+105).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-165).

United has scored 6 goals in their last 2 matches and has scored 11 goals in their last 6, netting at least 1 goal in each. While FCC’s defense has been strong for most of the season, they have allowed 12 goals in their last 7 MLS matches. Cincinnati’s defense was awful last season, and it may continue to struggle.

FCC has the potent offense to score as well, tallying 2 or more goals in 5 of their last 6 MLS matches. Atlanta has allowed 4 goals in its last 4 matches as well, so expect Cincinnati to at least get on the board. The value isn’t great for this one, so while it should top 2.5 goals, don’t put a full unit on the Over 2.5 (-165).

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New England Revolution vs. Atlanta United odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s New England Revolution vs. Atlanta United odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New England Revolution (10 wins, 4 losses, 7 draws) welcome the Atlanta United (9-5-8) to Gillette Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the New England Revolution vs. Atlanta United odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Revs are 7-0-3 at home this season, 1 of just 2 teams to have an unbeaten home record (FC Cincinnati the other). The Revolution lost 2-1 to the NY Red Bulls on the road on Saturday. It was their 1st loss since May 20, having been 3-0-4 in their 7 games prior. New England’s 36 goals are the 3rd-most in the East and it  is led by F Carles Gil and F Bobby Wood, each with 7 goals.

The United also have a dynamic offense, ranking 2nd in the East with 40 goals (Columbus has 43). Atlanta is 2-4-5 on the road this season. It has won 3 of its last 5 games and is coming off a 1-0 road victory over CF Montreal. United has been led by Greek F Giorgos Giakoumakis, who has 10 goals in 16 starts.

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New England Revolution vs. Atlanta United odds

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  • Moneyline: New England Revolution -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Atlanta United +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -185 | U: +125)

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New England Revolution vs. Atlanta United picks and predictions

Prediction

New England Revolution 1, Atlanta United 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+270).

Simply put, the Revolution, despite this recent hot streak, have still played at the level of competition their opponent is at. The Revs have drawn 4 of their last 8 matches. They have had fewer expected goals in 3 games as well, 1 of them being at home.

Atlanta United has won 3 of their last 5 and have drawn 5 of their last 9. Atlanta has drawn 5 of 11 road matches. Couple both teams having been prone to this result in this scenario and take DRAW (+270).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+125).

United’s offense has been on fire for spurts this season, but they haven’t performed that well as of late. United has averaged 1 goal per game over their last 3 and has had fewer than 1 expected goal in 3 of their last 4 matches. They have also had 3 clean sheets in their last 6 games and have held their opponent to 1.1 expected goals or fewer in 5 straight matches.

New England is a similar story. Despite having averaged 1.6 goals per game over its last 3, it has had fewer than 1.0 expected goals in 3 straight games. It has also allowed 1 or 0 goals in 4 of its last 6 games.

Both teams have a strong offense, but they haven’t played up to par as of late. For that reason, take the UNDER 2.5 (+125).

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Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United odds, picks and predictions

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

The Columbus Crew (1 win, 1 loss, 1 draw) welcome Atlanta United (2-0-1) to Lower.com Field on Saturday night with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Crew are coming off a 2-1 loss on the road against the New York Red Bulls. They took a 1-0 lead into halftime after a 33rd-minute goal from Alexandru Matan but relinquished their lead immediately after half giving up a 45th-minute equalizer. They ultimately lost the match after allowing a 103rd-minute goal. In the match, the Crew allowed 20 shots with 4 of them being on target as opposed to only having 5 shots with just 3 on target.

Atlanta annihilated the Portland Timbers last week with a 5-1 home victory. Astonishingly, 4 of the 6 goals in the match came in the 45th minute, 1 before half and 3 after. Atlanta dominated all aspects of the match with 18 shots and 8 on target compared to allowing just 9 shots and 3 on target. Atlanta’s offense moved to 1st in the MLS in goals per game after the performance (2.8).

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Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:35 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Columbus Crew +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Atlanta United +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United picks and predictions

Prediction

Atlanta United 2, Columbus Crew 1

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN ATLANTA UNITED +170

While it will be playing on the road, Atlanta’s offense has been dominating this season, scoring 8 goals in its last 2 matches and averaging 6 shots on target this season. Atlanta is in top form and sits atop the Eastern Conference standings through 4 matches. With a +8 goal differential this season, it far outweighs the Crew’s -2 goal differential.

The Crew’s defense has struggled this season allowing 1.8 goals per game, putting them 25th in the MLS in that metric, while also falling apart in the 2nd half and allowing 1.3 goals in the back 45 (27th).

While playing a visitor may frequently be a risky play, Atlanta United is the exception given their history thus far making them a great option for a moneyline play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER +2.5 (-115).

Columbus is allowing 1.8 goals per game right now while Atlanta is averaging 2.8.

Atlanta has gone Over this total in 3 of its 4 matches while Columbus has topped this line in 2 of its 4 while also allowing multiple goals in 2 of its 4. The pace of this match with Atlanta’s top defense combined with the inconsistent Columbus defense will allow for many opportunities to find the back of the net.

Take the OVER 2.5 (-115).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Atlanta United FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. Atlanta United FC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

Atlanta United FC (7 wins, 9 losses, 7 draws) visits FC Cincinnati (8-8-8) at TQL Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the FC Cincinnati vs. Atlanta United FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Morale should be running high for the home side. FCC will be in playoff position after the All-Star break for the first time in club history, and they sent 2 players to the game in Minneapolis.

Brandon Vazquez, who has 14 goals and 4 assists and captain M Luciano Acosta, who has 14 combined goals and assists. FCC is both 4-4-4 on the road and at home this season.

As for Atlanta United, while having a talented roster led by former Golden Boot winner F Josef Martínez, the road team has just a 1-7-3 record away from home.

25-year-old Mexican F Ronaldo Cisneros leads the team in scoring with 7 goals. They’ve lost 3 of their last 5 road matches and are winless throughout those 5.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Atlanta United FC odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:45 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: FC Cincinnati +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Atlanta United FC +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -190 | U: +145)

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Prediction

FC Cincinnati 3, Atlanta United FC 1

Money line (ML)

BET FC CINCINNATI (+105).

Simply put, Atlanta has been awful on the road. They are just 0-3-3 against Eastern Conference teams in playoff position this season and 0-2-1 in those games on the road.

United hasn’t been able to get much from Martinez as he has just 5 goals in 16 matches. The 29-year-old may be starting to slow down while FCC has one of the most promising young scorers in the MLS.

Additionally, FCC is coming off a dominant 3-1 win over the conference-leading Philadelphia Union. They’ve had more shots on goal than their opponent in 4 straight home matches and only have fewer in 2 home matches this season.

While both teams have relatively weak defenses, the FCC’s quick-paced, high-scoring attack should help it come out on top.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET ALTERNATE OVER 3.5 (+130).

FCC’s attack is among the best in the East. They sit 3rd in the MLS in shots on target and 6th in shooting percentage, so they have an elite and proven attack.

Meanwhile, Atlanta allowed 1.48 goals per game and has given up 34 on the season. United has 31 goals and the firepower to score a high amount of goals.

As for FCC, they’ve given up the 7th-most shots against and also have the 4th-lowest save rate. Both teams have quality playmakers and subpar defenses, which is why the Over is the strongest play here.

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