The San Jose Earthquakes (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) and Chicago Fire FC (1-0-0) meet in Group B action of the MLS is Back Tournament Sunday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the San Jose-Chicago betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.
San Jose vs. Chicago FC: Key injuries
San Jose
- D Marcos Lopez (appendicitis) out
Chicago FC
- M Micheal Azira (eye) doubtful
- D Jeremiah Gutjahr (undisclosed) doubtful
- D Johan Kappelhof (quadriceps) doubtful
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San Jose vs. Chicago FC: MLS odds, betting lines and picks
Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 6:40 a.m. ET.
Prediction
San Jose 2, Chicago FC 1
Moneyline (ML)
SAN JOSE (+165) is a slight underdog against Chicago FC (+145), but the Earthquakes certainly have enough firepower to outlast anyone. After showing rust in their opening scoreless draw against the Seattle Sounders, the ‘Quakes outlasted the Vancouver Whitecaps 4-3 in a mid-week battle. Chicago picked up a 2-1 win over Seattle earlier in the week, as the Fire started slowly after their initial game against Nashville SC was wiped out. This one is likely for the top spot in the group, and the Earthquakes look to be the best option.
Over/Under (O/U)
OVER 2.5 (-176) is a bit on the pricy side, but it will be worth it. However, while Over 3.5 (+135) is tempting at a plus number, don’t expect the ‘Quakes to have the same kind of offensive success like they did last time out. Chicago is a lot stingier on defense and it will be a slower go for the Bay Area club.
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