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Austin FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Austin FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

Austin FC (16 wins, 10 losses, 7 draws) hosts the Colorado Rapids (11-13-9) in Q2 Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Austin FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

This season’s fate for both of these teams is already secured. Austin cannot fall or rise out of 2nd place in the West, and the Rapids, in 10th, cannot get into playoff position.

The Rapids have been one of the MLS’s worst teams on the road, recording just 1 win and a 1-11-4 record away from DSG Park. It has been a disappointing campaign after finishing atop the West last season. Colorado is led by F Diego Rubio,who has 15 goals on the season.

Austin has had tremendous success this season, rebounding off a 12th-place (13 teams in the conference) finish a season ago. It is 8-3-5 on at home this season and is led in scoring by F Sebastián Driussi, who has 21 goals, the 2nd-most in the MLS.

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Austin FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds

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  • Money line: Austin FC -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Colorado Rapids +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Draw +300
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +122 | U: -155)

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Prediction

Austin FC 3, Colorado Rapids 2

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN AUSTIN FC (-125).

The season-long trend for the Rapids is that they’ve been awful on the road, and one shouldn’t suggest that will be different even though both teams are in a meaningless match.

Austin has won 3 of its last 5 matches at home while the Rapids have lost 4 of their last 5 on the road.

Colorado’s last 3 road losses were 4-1, 4-1 and 6-0, so they haven’t just lost at home, good teams like Philadelphia, Nashville and the Galaxy have dominated them.

Considering that and the expectation the home team would want to send their fans back home with 3 more points, I’d back AUSTIN (-125) here.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+122).

Colorado has given up 4 or more goals in 4 of its last 6 road games.

In those matches as well, it has been shut out just twice. The Rapids would’ve gone over this total in 4 of the 6, and against a team that has scored the 2nd-most goals in the West, they may struggle.

The Austin backline isn’t great either as they’ve allowed the 2nd-most goals of a top-5 team in its conference. Austin has gone over this total in 7 of its last 10 home matches as well.

Couple it all together, and for this value, I’d play the OVER 3.5 (+122).

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Colorado Rapids vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (8 wins, 12 losses, 9 draws) welcome the Vancouver Whitecaps (9-13-7) to DSG Park Saturday. Kickoff is set for 9:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Colorado Rapids vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Both teams are on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoffs. With 29 games under their belt, each side will have 4 more following this. So the clock is ticking for a run to be made.

Colorado’s most recent match was a 0-0 draw with the East’s bottom club, D.C. United. That needed to be a win, but the home side has been far better at DSG Park, posting a 7-2-5 record.

The Rapids are led in scoring this season by F Diego Rubio, who has scored 12 goals in 23 starts. Vancouver is led in scoring by Canadian F Lucas Cavallini, who has 8 goals on the season.

On the other hand, the Whitecaps are just 2-9-4 on the road. The consistency between these teams is that they don’t play well away from their home field. Vancouver has lost 2 straight and 3 of its last 5.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Vancouver Whitecaps +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Draw +310
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -160 | U: +125)

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Prediction

Colorado Rapids 2, Vancouver Whitecaps 0

Money line (ML)

LEAN COLORADO RAPIDS (-140).

Simply put: the Rapids are good at home, and the Whitecaps are not good on the road. Colorado’s problem this season is also Vancouver’s problem — it can’t get points on the road.

The Whitecaps lost their first 6 games on the road and have lost 2 of their last 3 on the road. Colorado, on the other hand, has won 2 of its last 4 home matches and 5 of its last 10.

The reasoning for Colorado makes sense, but the value isn’t great. That said, I’ll just lean here.

Over/Under (O/U)

Another bet I like is the UNDER 2.5 (+125). This is more of a value play as neither team has necessarily had a good attack or defense this season.

After finishing atop the conference last season, Colorado has allowed 1.72 goals per game. However, it has allowed 6 goals in its last 5 home matches. Vancouver has scored 5 goals over its last 5 matches.

The Whitecaps have gone Under this total in 4 of their last 5 road matches while the Rapids have also gone Under this in 4 of their last 5 home matches. Both are trending towards the Under despite their lacking defenses.

That said, I’ll side with the trends and take the UNDER 2.5 (+125).

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Nashville SC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Nashville SC vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (8 wins, 11 losses, 8 draws) travel to face Nashville SC (10-9-9) at GEODIS Park Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Nashville SC vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

After going winless in 6 straight matches, Nashville SC has found its groove as of late, beating its last two opponents (Vancouver and FC Dallas) by a combined score of 7-0.

Nashville is led by one of the best forwards in MLS, Hany Mukhtar. He has 16 goals and 7 assists on the season, leading the team in both categories. It sits in 5th place in the West.

Colorado is on the outside looking in. It sits in 11th and will need to make up 5 points on the 7th-placed LA Galaxy to reach the playoffs.

The Rapids have been awful on the road this season though, posting just a 1-9-3 record. Things appeared to be looking up after 2 straight wins over the New York Red Bulls and Minnesota United, but they’re now winless in 4 straight contests.

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Nashville SC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Nashville SC -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Colorado Rapids +390 (bet $100 to win $390) | Draw +310
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -160 | U: +125)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 2, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

BET NASHVILLE SC (-155).

I don’t love the value tied to this, but the Rapids have been too sloppy on the road not to take the home side. Colorado has lost 9 of 13 road matches and has lost 2 straight away from DSG Park.

The confidence is there for Nashville. The home team has won 2 straight contests and both games have been dominant efforts by the D Walker Zimmerman-led side. He’s been huge this season and should be able to tame a solid Rapids attack.

Colorado’s weakness isn’t in its offense, but rather that it allows 1.7 goals per game. It has just 1 clean sheet since May 23. Given Nashville has scored 7 goals in its last 2 games, the Rapids should have no chance to keep up.

Colorado lost 6-0 at Philadelphia Saturday as well. That may be a killer for its confidence, especially as it continues to edge lower in the playoff standings. Combine it all, and I’ll take the home side.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-160).

The value really isn’t great here which is why it is just a lean, but considering the strengths and weaknesses of both clubs, it is certainly the most reasonable play. Colorado has gone Over this total in 5 of its last 8 games.

The Rapids have allowed multiple goals in 5 of those 8 as well. They’ve also scored in all but 2 games since May 7, so they typically get on the board as well. Colorado is paced in scoring by F Diego Rubio who has 12 goals on the season.

Nashville has gone over this in 4 of its last 5 home matches and in 4 straight games. While I do like the OVER 2.5 (-160), my favorite play might be a PARLAY PLAY OF OVER 1.5 at (-540) and NASHVILLE SC (-150) combined to odds of (-118).

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Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (7 wins, 9 losses, 6 draws) host Minnesota United FC (10-8-5) Saturday at DSG Park. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids have had one of the league’s most interesting home vs. away splits. They are 6-2-3 at home this season, yet are 1-7-3 on the road. They were winless on the road until their last match, a wild 5-4 win over the Red Bulls.

Colorado is led in scoring by 29-year-old F Diego Rubio, who has 10 goals on 24 shots on target. While strong at home, it has won just 1 of its last 4 home matches.

As for Minnesota, it has surged up to 3rd place in the West. Minnesota has won 5 of its last 7 and 4 straight on the road. It has scored 2 or more goals in 6 of the 7.

United is led by M Emanuel Reynoso, who has 9 goals on the season, but it has been a full team effort with 4 players having scored 4 or more times. Minnesota is 5-5-1 on the road this season.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Minnesota United FC +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Draw +310
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -165 | U: +130)

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Prediction

Minnesota United 2, Colorado Rapids 2

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW +310.

Colorado has cooled off at home recently. After winning 5 of its first 7 home matches, it is just 1-2-1 over its last 4. The formidable defense the team had a season ago is gone and replaced with a high-octane offense.

They’ll meet a Minnesota team that has drawn 2 of its last 4 and has one of the best defenses in the West, having allowed just 30 goals.

As noted above, Minnesota’s offense has found the back of the net consistently as well. United has played within an expected goal of its opponent in 4 of their last 5 matches.

With the value placed on the draw, it’s the preferred play as the Rapids are cooling at home and Minnesota has played to the level of its competition as of late.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN ALTERNATE OVER 3.5 (+145).

Minnesota has been on fire as of late and has gone over this adjusted total in 4 of its last 7 matches. Colorado has gone over it in 3 of its 6 as well as a 9-goal match its last time on the pitch.

Colorado has given the 6th-most goals in the conference while Minnesota is tied for the 7th-most goals allowed. The Rapids have scored 17 goals in 11 home matches while United is notching over 1.5 goals per game this season.

Combine it all, and I’d take this risky play but only for a partial unit.

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New York Red Bulls vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New York Red Bulls vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (6 wins, 9 losses, 6 draws) visit Red Bull Arena Tuesday to take on the New York Red Bulls (10-6-6). Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we preview the New York Red Bulls vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids are traveling to the East Coast with one of the worst road records in the MLS. They have just 3 points in 10 away matches and have yet to win on the road (0-7-3).

Colorado has lost 2 of its last 3 road matches. The Rapids struggle to score, averaging just 1.14 goals per game. They are led by F Diego Rubio with 9 goals on the season.

The Red Bulls are led by 25-year-old Scottish F Lewis Morgan, who also has 9 goals. However, New York has scored 34 goals in 22 matches while allowing just 25.

New York didn’t win any of its first 6 home games, but has since totaled 9 points in 3 of its last 4 home matches. The Red Bulls have come out on top in 5 of their last 9 games.

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New York Red Bulls vs. Colorado Rapids odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: New York Red Bulls -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Colorado Rapids +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Draw +310
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: +110)

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Prediction

New York Red Bulls 2, Colorado Rapids 0

Money line (ML)

AVOID.

I can’t get behind any of the value here, especially for the Red Bulls ML. While New York has proven to be the better side, the Rapids have much of the same squad that finished atop the Western Conference last season.

While they have really struggled on the road, it wouldn’t be shocking to see them figure things out, but -150 just isn’t juicy enough to back, especially considering New York has won just 3 of 10 home matches.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+110).

The West is the better conference by a sizable margin, and in every home match New York has had against a team in the West, it has gone under 2.5. In 2 of the 3, it’s gone under 1.5.

The Red Bulls also have had over 1.5 expected goals in 1 of their last 4 home matches while their opponent has gone under that mark in those 4 as well. New York has allowed just 1.14 goals per game this season.

Colorado drew NYCFC 1-1 in its lone road game against an East side. There were just 1.6 expected goals by both teams. This game should replicate that one and less like the Rapids’ 2-1 loss to Seattle.

Both teams also rank in the top 10 in opponents’ shots. The defenses are there while the offenses haven’t been quite as consistent.

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Colorado Rapids vs. LA Galaxy odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. LA Galaxy odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (5 wins, 8 losses, 6 wins) host the LA Galaxy (8-8-3) Saturday at DSG Park. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. LA Galaxy odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids are coming into this battle off a 1-1 home draw with Orlando City. Colorado has been formidable at home, posting a 5-2-3 record. It sits 13th in the West because it is winless on the road.

The Rapids defense is far from what it was a season ago, having allowed 1.42 goals per game. Colorado is led in scoring by 29-year-old F Diego Rubio, who has 8 goals on the season.

LA has slid in the rankings lately, having lost 3 of its last 4 matches. 2 of those losses were at home as well. The Galaxy are 3-3-2 on the road this season.

One of the more inconsistent sides, LA is led by F Dejan Joveljić, who has 8 goals and F Javier Hernández, who has 7 on the season. LA has the 6th-most goals in the West.

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Colorado Rapids vs. LA Galaxy odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | LA Galaxy +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Draw +290
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +133 | U: -170)

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Prediction

Colorado Rapids 1, LA Galaxy 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW +290.

The books clearly like Colorado at home, and there’s good reason for that. Couple that with the Galaxy’s recent struggles, and the odds on the money line make perfect sense.

However, in this situation, these teams should be evenly matched.

The Galaxy play to the level of their competition on the road, having drawn 2 of their last 5 and having ended the match within 0.6 expected goals of its opponents.

For Colorado, while it has seen success at home, it is just 1-2-1 against West teams in playoff position. On top of that, the Rapids have lost 2 of their last 3 at home and haven’t won at DSG since May 22.

Considering the Galaxy’s inconsistencies, I wouldn’t necessarily bet on them to come out on top which is why the DRAW +290 is the way I’d play the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER ALTERNATE TOTAL 2.5 (+140).

The Galaxy have played at a different pace on the road and haven’t found the same offensive success. LA has gone under 2.5 combined goals in 5 of its 8 road matches this season.

Four of those 5 have actually gone under 1.5 goals as well. With Colorado having gone Under this total in 7 of 10 home matches this season, there’s value in betting the Under here.

Both teams also rank in the top 10 in shots against, so they typically do limit their opponents’ chances. Put it all together, and UNDER 2.5 (+140) is my favorite bet of the match.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Orlando City SC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Orlando City SC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (5 wins, 8 losses, 5 draws) host Orlando City SC (8-7-4) at DSG Park Wednesday. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. Orlando City SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

After finishing atop the Western Conference a season ago, the Rapids have disappointed so far in 2022. They sit 12th in the West and are 7 points outside of playoff position.

Their offense has been a key reason for their struggles, having scored just 21 goals in 18 matches. Colorado is led in scoring by F Diego Rubio with 8 goals. The Rapids are 5-2-2 at home this season.

Orlando City SC sits in 5th place in the East. However, their -4 goal differential is the largest of any team in the top 7.

Orlando City also hasn’t had big-time scoring events, totaling just 24 goals in 19 matches. They’re led in scoring by F Ercan Kara with 7. Orlando has lost just 2 of 9 road matches this season.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Orlando City SC odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Orlando City SC +330 (bet $100 to win $330) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130| U: +105)

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Prediction

Colorado Rapids 2, Orlando City SC 0

Money line (ML)

BET COLORADO RAPIDS -125.

The Rapids have won 5 of their last 7 home matches, and doing that is far more difficult than it sounds when you realize the West-leading LAFC, Seattle, and Portland were among the teams they beat.

Colorado has 3 points 9 road matches, so the stark difference is seemingly a big deal. Orlando City has played well on the road, but they’ve been far from formidable, especially when taking a closer look.

Orlando has a 3-2-4 road record, but has been fewer expected goals than its opponent in all but 2 matches. Colorado is the opposite, having more expected goals than its opponent in all but 2 home matches.

At this value, considering how each team has played in this situation, I’d back Colorado.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+105).

Again, Orlando City has capitalized on chances on the road, having been shut out just twice, but they have more than 1 expected goal in just 3 away matches.

They average just 1.24 per game, allowing 1.47. Colorado is similar, having struggled to score. It averages just 1.17 and allowed 1.44. Both teams rank in the bottom 6 teams in the MLS in shots on target.

Expect a low-scoring match with the Under 2.5 (+105) as my favorite wager.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Nashville SC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (5 wins, 5 losses, 3 draws) welcome Nashville SC (5-4-4) to DSG Park Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids have been among the best home teams in the MLS with 5 wins and 2 draws in their 7 matches at DSG Park. Colorado has traded off home wins and road losses over its last 5 contests and is coming off a 1-0 home win against Seattle.

Colorado sits 9th in the Western Conference and is tied for the second-fewest goals allowed in the conference, having given up just 14. It is led in scoring by 29-year-old F Diego Rubio who has 6 goals.

Nashville has maintained a high level of success even with switching to arguably the more challenging conference. It sits 6th in the West, having scored 15 and allowed as many.

It’s been decent with a 3-4-2 record on the road. Nashville is led by M Hany Mukhtar and F C.J. Sapong, both of whom have 4 goals and 3 assists on the season.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Nashville SC odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Nashville SC +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Draw +230
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +120 | U: -145)

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Prediction

Colorado 1, Nashville 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+230).

Colorado has been solid at home, but it hasn’t been completely invincible.

The Rapids are 1-0-2 when taking on teams in current playoff position, which Nashville is. Nashville has 4 draws in 13 games, 2 of which have come on the road.

Nashville has a high-quality leader in each position group with D Walker Zimmerman on its backline. It has allowed more than 1 goal in just 5 games. The Rapids play a similar slow-pace style. They’ve allowed 3 total goals in their last 6 games.

Neither team is an attack-heavy side, and I believe that’ll translate into this game. Nashville is the better side, but Colorado is at home. I’ll put a small unit on DRAW (+230).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-145).

This is a tad expensive for what I typically like giving out in terms of a full-unit bet, but this is the far superior bet. As noted, neither team is an attack-heavy side.

Nashville and Colorado have both scored 15 goals in 13 games. That’s tied for the 6th-fewest goals scored in the Western Conference.

Their defense picks up the slack though with Nashville, who is led by a young star in Zimmerman, having given up 15 which compares to Colorado’s mere 14 allowed.

Colorado has gone under 2.5 in 5 of its last 6 contests while Nashville has gone under 2.5 in 4 of its last 6.

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FC Dallas vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Dallas vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In Saturday MLS action, FC Dallas (2 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws) welcomes the Colorado Rapids (2-1-2) to the Toyota Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the FC Dallas vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

FC Dallas is coming off a 0-0 draw last weekend against the Chicago Fire. Dallas is 2-0-1 in its last 3 games. Its only loss of the season was a 1-0 setback to New England March 5.

FC Dallas is in a five-way tie for fourth place in the Western Conference. Dallas is led by 21-year-old F Jesus Ferreira, who has scored 3 goals this season. FC Dallas is 2-0-1 at home.

As for Colorado, it is coming off a 1-1 draw to Real Salt Lake last Saturday. It hasn’t lost since its season opener at LAFC, a 3-0 defeat.

The Rapids have rebounded well and are among the five teams tied for fifth on the MLS table with 8 points. F Diego Rubio and F Mark-Anthony Kaye lead the Rapids with 2 goals apiece.

FC Dallas vs. Colorado Rapids: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: FC Dallas +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Colorado +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Draw +225
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +115 | U: -140)

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Prediction

FC Dallas 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN to the DRAW (+225).

There’s not much separating these sides. Colorado had a slow start to the season, giving up 3 goals against LAFC, but it has allowed just 2 goals since in 4 games.

As for FC Dallas, it has allowed just 3 goals in 5 games, so it has clearly had a dominant defense as well. Rapids G William Yarbrough has an 82.4% save rate this season, so Colorado should be able to limit Dallas’ offense, including star F/M Jesus Ferreira.

Dallas doesn’t have any big-time wins yet this season, having taken down Nashville and Portland, both teams outside the top 8 in the Western Conference.

The Rapids to win and/or draw at -135 is also a strong play given FC Dallas’ overrated resume.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-140).

It’s a price to pay, but the defenses speak for themselves. Since facing LAFC, Colorado has given up 2 goals in 4 games. On the season, FC Dallas has allowed 3 goals in 5 games, while the Rapids have allowed 19 goals.

Both teams have scored 7 as well, so neither team is really abusing their opponent on the offensive side. Plus, FC Dallas has allowed a league-low 10 shots.

Through 5 games, both sides have displayed strong defenses. It’s expensive, but UNDER 2.5 (-140) is the best bet in this game.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of the seven MLS games Saturday, Colorado Rapids (8 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws) travel further south to take on Houston Dynamo (3-6-9) at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids are sitting in fourth place in the Western Conference.

Having played two fewer games than all three teams higher than them yet only down respectively four, five and six points, this match will have massive implications.

They’ll be taking on the 11th-ranked Dynamo.

However, while their record is ugly, Houston has yet to lose at home, winning three of their seven home matches. That said, Houston also hasn’t won since May 22. So they’ve been struggling to get the job done as of late.

Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Houston Dynamo +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +230
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Houston Dynamo 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” on the DRAW +230 as the best value on the money line. As noted before, the Dynamo have yet to lose at home. The Dynamo are averaging almost two points per game in front of their home crowd.

While they haven’t won in months, they have drawn three of their last five and have drawn four of seven at home. Houston has the most draws in the conference.

The Rapids have drawn three of their last seven. With neither team being a great money line value, the draw is the best bet but just for half a unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET to the UNDER 2.5 (-120) as the Rapids have the second-best defense in the West. They’ve allowed just a goal per game. The only team with a better opponent’s goals per game is Seattle.

As for Houston, they’ve given up 25 goals in 18 games. There isn’t a top-16 scorer in this game as Houston F Maximiliano Urruti has the most goals of any competing.

Both teams have had four of their last five games go Under 2.5 goals, so I’d expect them to combine for less than three. This is the best value of the entire game.

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