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Inter Miami vs. Houston odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Inter Miami vs. Houston odds and lines, with expert soccer picks, predictions and best bets.

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Inter Miami welcomes the Houston Dynamo to DRV PNK Stadium Wednesday for the final of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter Miami vs. Houston odds, and make our best expert soccer picks and predictions.

F Lionel Messi will have a chance to win his 2nd cup since coming to Inter Miami this summer. Inter won the Leagues Cup by defeating Nashville SC in penalty kicks in August. To get to where they are in the U.S. Open Cup, they beat 3 USL sides, then Nashville SC and FC Cincinnati. The most impressive win was in penalty kicks on the road against the Eastern Conference-leading FCC. Inter sits 14th in the East, but has been a drastically improved side with Messi at the helm.

Houston has exceeded expectations in league play this season. It is 17-7-11 (11 losses) and has a +7 goal differential, having scored 42 and allowed 35. It had to go through 4 MLS teams and a USL side. The Dynamo beat Real Salt Lake 3-1 on Aug. 23 to advance to the final. Houston is led in scoring in MLS action by F Amine Bassi, who has 9 goals in 24 matches.

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Inter Miami vs. Houston odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Inter Miami -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Houston Dynamo +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Draw +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -175 | U: +120)

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Inter Miami vs. Houston picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 2, Houston Dynamo 0

Moneyline (ML)

BET INTER MIAMI (-115).

The Dynamo have been awful on the road this season. They are 10-3-2 at home and 2-4-9 on the road, and they will be playing a side that, if they had Messi all season, could be a top-3 team in the Eastern Conference.

Inter is 2-1-0 with Messi on the Cup roster. Even in the draw, Miami has had more expected goals than its opponent in each home match. Couple the star power of Messi and M Sergio Busquets along with the trends in this location and back INTER MIAMI (-115).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (+120).

Houston has scored in just 2 of its last 6 road matches, and it has gone Under this total in 4 of its last 7 on the road. It just hasn’t performed well offensively away from home this season.

Inter has scored fewer than 3 goals in 4 of 7 matches since Messi’s arrival, and they have had 3 clean sheets in that span as well. With Messi potentially playing limited minutes, expect limited opportunities.

Take UNDER 2.5 (+120).

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Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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Orlando City SC (14-7-8) welcomes Inter Miami (9-4-15) to Exploria Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Orlando City is 7-4-3 at home this season. Its strength has been in its offense, averaging 1.55 goals per game. It has scored 45 and allowed 36 through 29 matches. Orlando City is coming off a 2-0 loss to NYCFC Wednesday, but it had won its 5 previous games and has lost just 4 times since the start of March. Orlando City’s attack is led by F Facundo Torres, who has scored 12 goals in 26 matches.

Inter Miami is 4-1-1 and has won the league cup since it added F Lionel Messi. It still currently sits 2nd-last in the East yet is coming off a 4-0 home win over Toronto FC. Miami is 3-1-10 on the road this season, but it has won 2 of 3 road games since bringing in Messi. F Leonardo Campana leads Inter in scoring with 9 goals in 23 games.

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Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami odds

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  • Moneyline: Orlando City SC -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Inter Miami +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +137 | U: -195)

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Orlando City SC vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, Inter Miami 2

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+280).

In the Messi era, when Inter has gone on the road, both teams’ expected goals have ended within 0.5. Miami has been able to keep games close on the road, and it has won 2 of 3 away matches with Messi on the roster, including a 3-1 win over LAFC on Sept. 3. Messi missed last weekend’s match against Atlanta and played limited minutes in the team’s 4-0 midweek win. He should be rested for this match.

While Orlando City is 2-1-1 over its last 4, it has had more than 1.1 expected goals in just 1 of those 4. Its offense has struggled as of late, and against Miami, it may need to find its rhythm. Orlando City has had as many or fewer expected goals in 4 straight games.

Expect a close match and back DRAW (+280).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+137).

Orlando City has gone Over this total in 5 of its last 10 games and has scored at least 3 goals in 4 of its last 10. It has an elite attack, and Inter, while they are competent offensively will Messi, still has issues defensively and should struggle to contain the home side.

Inter has scored 2 or more in 4 straight games and has gone Over this total in all 4. They have allowed 2 goals per game over their last 4 and 2.3 goals per game over their 3.

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Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC odds, picks and predictions

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

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Inter Miami (8 wins, 4 draws, 15 losses) welcomes Toronto FC (4-10-14) to DRV PNK Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Inter Miami has exploded onto the scene since acquiring star F Lionel Messi. They won the Leagues Cup and are in the final of the U.S. Open Cup. Since Messi’s arrival, Inter is 3-1-1 in MLS action, but they are still far from being a playoff-caliber side given their struggles for much of the season. F Leonardo Campana has the most goals for the team in MLS action with 9, followed by Josef Martinez with 6. Miami lost 5-2 without Messi to Atlanta United Saturday.

Toronto FC’s struggle has been scoring, having tallied 24 goals in 28 matches. Its 2 leading scorers, F Deandre Kerr and F Federico Bernardeschi, have just 5 goals each. Toronto recently snapped an 8-game losing streak with a 3-1 home win over Philadelphia. However, it quickly got back to its losing ways in a 2-1 home loss to Vancouver. Toronto has yet to win on the road and is just 0-4-9 in away matches this season.

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Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC odds

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  • Moneyline: Inter Miami -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Toronto FC +625 (bet $100 to win $625) | Draw +425 (bet $100 to in $425)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +105 | U: -145)

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Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 3, Toronto FC 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

Even if Messi doesn’t play, there’s no reason to think Toronto can compete with Miami. Inter added players like D Jordi Alba and M Sergio Busquets to go along with Messi, and the trio has created one of the best teams in the MLS.

Toronto has been awful on the road while Miami has looked strong with its new additions, even when Messi isn’t on the pitch, although he’s expected to play Wednesday. Miami’s new-look roster should trump Toronto with ease, but at -275, there’s no value on a moneyline bet for Miami.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+105).

Now, taking the Over is a bet on the home side. Miami has scored 3 or more goals in 2 of its last 3 games, and it has allowed multiple goals in 2 of those 3 as well. It has allowed 8 goals over its last 3 games. Miami’s defense has given up 1.63 goals per game, so even a weak Toronto side should have some opportunity.

Toronto has allowed 2 or more goals in 3 of its last 4 games and has allowed 3 or more goals in 4 road matches this season. Its defense may not be able to hold up against the level of attack the Messi-led side will bring. Back 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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Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC odds, picks and predictions

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

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Inter Miami (7 wins, 4 draws, 14 losses) welcomes Sporting KC (8-8-11) to DRV PNK Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Inter had struggled for much of the MLS season but added F Lionel Messi –one of the best players in the world — in early June, and things have turned around since then.

Miami won the Leagues Cup and has claimed a bid in the U.S. Open Cup final and is 2-1-0 in regular-season MLS matches since the signing. Messi has transformed this roster. Miami beat LAFC on the road 3-1 Sunday last time out.

Sporting KC lost in the Round of 32 in the U.S. Open Cup and in the Round of 32 in the Leagues Cup. In its last two matches, Kansas City has taken down San Jose 3-0 and St. Louis 2-1. Sporting is 1-6-6 on the road this season and is 3-3-3 overall across its last 9 games. Offensively, Sporting is led by F Alan Pulido, who has scored 12 goals in 22 matches.

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Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC odds

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  • Moneyline: Inter Miami +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Sporting KC +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: -105)

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Inter Miami vs. Sporting KC picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 3, Sporting KC 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET INTER MIAMI (+115).

MLS released power rankings Wednesday and tossed Inter Miami, the second-to-last team in the Eastern Conference, at No. 2.

The current 2nd-hottest team in the league should be able to come out on top Saturday. Even if Messi only comes on as a sub, Inter added multiple stars like M Sergio Busquets to help keep the pace and add variety to the attack.

Sporting KC isn’t good on the road with 6 losses and just 1 win in 13 road games. Kansas City has won its last 2 outings but both of which were at home. Expect it to struggle on the road and back INTER MIAMI (+115).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-130).

Kansas City’s defense has not performed well this season. It has allowed 37 goals through 27 matches (1.37 goals per game). It has given up 2 or more goals in 7 of 13 road matches this season. It has gone Over this total in 8 of 13 road matches this season and has scored in 8 of 13 road matches.

Inter has scored 5 goals in 3 MLS matches with Messi on their roster. While their defense has played better as of late, they have allowed 37 goals in 25 matches (1.48 goals per game). Both sides have had productive attacks and lacking defenses.

Take OVER 2.5 (-130) but only for a smaller unit due to the juice.

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LAFC vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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LAFC (11 wins, 7 draws, 7 losses) welcomes Inter Miami (6-4-14) to  BMO Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the LAFC vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

LAFC sits 3rd in the Western Conference and is a strong 8-3-2 at home this season. It has scored 39 goals and allowed 27 through 25 matches. In the attack, LAFC is led by F Denis Bouanga, who has scored 12 goals in 23 matches. LAFC has struggled as of late though, losing 4 of its last 8 overall and it is 2-1-1 in its last 4 MLS home matches.

Inter, since welcoming F Lionel Messi, has looked significantly better than they did earlier in the season. He has helped them win the Leagues Cup and make the finals of the U.S. Open Cup. Inter beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 on Aug. 26 and then drew Nashville SC 0-0 Wednesday. They are 2-1-9 on the road so far this season. They have allowed 36 goals and scored just 24 through 24 matches.

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LAFC vs. Inter Miami odds

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  • Moneyline: LAFC -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Inter Miami +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Draw +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -175)

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LAFC vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

LAFC 2, Inter Miami 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LAFC (-110).

Messi got a full 90 minutes on Wednesday against Nashville which suggests he won’t start against LAFC.

While he may play, LAFC, which has been strong at home, should be able to possess and dominate the first 60-plus minutes. LAFC has scored 3-plus goals in 2 of its last 4 games and is playing one of the worst defenses in the MLS. Expect it to get on the board early and often at home.

Miami has been terrible on the road, and if Messi doesn’t impact the game for two-thirds of the action, the team could see a return of its former self. Inter is 2-1-9 on the road. At these odds, take LAFC (-110).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 3.5 (-175).

The likelihood is high but so are the odds and (-175) is just about the most expensive I would suggest someone to bet on.

Without Messi starting (again, this is an assumption on how many minutes he has logged over the last month), Inter has just 6 shots against the Red Bulls. They did better against Nashville with Messi in the match.

Miami has only allowed 3 or more goals in 3 of 12 road matches as well. LAFC has scored 2 or more goals in just 2 of their last 7 games. Their attack has not dominated as of late. That said, take UNDER 3.5 (-175).

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Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

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Inter Miami (6 wins, 3 draws, 14 losses) welcomes Nashville SC (11-5-9) to DRV PNK Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple  TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Inter Miami is coming off their 1st MLS games with superstar F Lionel Messi. They beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 Saturday. They won the Leagues Cup on the road Aug. 19, beating Nashville SC in the final 1-1 (10-9 penalty kicks). Inter also went to Cincinnati and Philadelphia, both top-tier sides in the Eastern Conference, and won. F Josef Martinez has the most goals in MLS action for Inter with 6 in 20 matches.

Nashville was humiliated on the road Saturday, losing 4-0 at Atlanta United. Given its League Cup run, Nashville will be playing its 7th game of the month Wednesday. It is 3-3-7 on the road this season , having lost 6 of its last 7 MLS games. Nashville is led by F Hany Mukhtar, who has scored 13 goals in 25 games.

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Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC odds

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  • Moneyline: Inter Miami -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Nashville SC +425 (bet $100 to win $425) | Draw +333 (Bet $100 to win $333)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -175 | U: +125)

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Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 1, Nashville SC 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+333).

Inter Miami has several new faces for what should be an interesting last stretch of the season. However, Miami will have to start resting many of these players as Messi and M Sergio Busquets logged heavy minutes during their Leagues Cup and U.S. Open Cup run.

Similarly, Nashville is still playing for a playoff spot and needs to right the ship. Prior to July, it was 3-3-4 on the road. This current 3-game skid has hurt its spot on the table, but with high-caliber players and a tournament play behind it, Nashville can start to find its form again.

For a small unit, find value in the DRAW (+333).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+125).

Nashville has one of the best defenses in the MLS with USMNT D Walker Zimmerman manning the backline. It sits 2nd in save rate. Nashville’s game with Miami in the Leagues Cup final finished 1-1. It has what it takes to slow down the dynamic Messi-led attack.

Nashville has scored in just 2 of its last 7 MLS games as well, having totaled just 3 goals in its last 7 matches. It has gone Under in this total in 5 of its last 7. I would expect Messi to again start on the bench, limiting his impact on the game after logging several 90-minute showings in the Leagus Cup.

Take UNDER 2.5 (+125).

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New York Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New York Red Bulls (7 wins, 8 draws, 9 losses) host Inter Miami (5-3-14) on Saturday at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the New York Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Red Bulls are unbeaten in the past 5 MLS contests, winning 3 matches with 2 draws. That includes a 1-0 win over D.C. United last time out on Sunday as the Under connected.

The big news for Inter Miami is that manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Friday that superstar F Lionel Messi might not make his MLS regular season debut. The 36-year-old went the distance in a U.S. Open Cup semifinal victory over FC Cincinnati on Wednesday.

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New York Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami odds

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  • Moneyline: New York Red Bulls +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Inter Miami +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Draw +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -155 | U: +110)

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New York Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

New York Red Bulls 2, Inter Miami 1

Moneyline (ML)

NEW YORK RED BULLS (+135) are catching a break with Messi doubtful to suit up. Before the Argentine’s arrival, Inter Miami (+170) was “messy”. This team was erratic, rarely won, and it was not a team you’d want to bet on.

The Red Bulls won 1-0 at DRV PNK Stadium in South Florida in the most recent meeting on May 31.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 2.5 (-155) is the play, although it will cost you.

The Red Bulls have scored in 7 straight matches, although they’re averaging just 1.0 goals per game (GPG) in the past 3 outings. Still, New York has seen 3 or more total goals in 7 of its past 8 matches.

Inter Miami has seen 3 or more total goals in 6 of the past 7 matches dating back to their May 31 meetings with the Red Bulls.

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US Open Cup: FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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FC Cincinnati welcomes Inter Miami to TQL Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup semifinal is set for 7 p.m. ET (Paramount+). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The U.S. Open Cup is a single-elimination tournament with several U.S.-based soccer leagues, including both the USL Championship and MLS. FC Cincinnati beat the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC 3-1 at home on June 6 and the New York Red Bulls 1-1 (5-3 penalty kicks) prior to that. FCC sits atop the Eastern Conference and is led by M Luciano Acosta, who has scored 12 goals in 23 MLS appearances.

Inter Miami just won the Leagues Cup on Saturday. In this tournament, it took down Nashville 2-1 on May 23 in the Round of 16, prior to the arrival of F Lionel Messi. In the quarterfinal, it beat Birmingham Legion FC 1-0. While last in the Eastern Conference table, Inter has won 7 straight games, all Leagues Cup action. It beat Nashville 1-1 (10-9) Saturday and Philadelphia 4-1 on Aug. 15, both road matches.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds

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  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Inter Miami +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Draw +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +115 | U: -165)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 3, FC Cincinnati 2

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN INTER MIAMI (+100).

FC Cincinnati, after a 16-day layoff following its home loss to Nashville SC in the Leagues Cup Round of 32, lost 3-0 on Sunday to its rival, the Columbus Crew. FCC allowed 13 shots and 9 on frame in that match. Its defense has been solid this season, but it was poor in that showing and will be up against its most challenging foe yet.

Similarly, the Messi-led Inter are rolling, and it was noted that he will play after logging heavy minutes in the Leagues Cup. Messi and company should be able to shred through what was a slow backline for FCC.

While FCC should look better at home, expect Miami to get the job done, and Messi to eventually lift a second come within the first few months of his arrival in MLS.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+115).

FCC had the worst defense of any Eastern Conference team that made the playoffs last season, allowing 56 goals in 34 matches. This season has been far better, allowing just 28 in 24 matches while scoring 39. It has scored 2 or more goals in 4 of its last 5 MLS matches and has topped even this total in 3 of its last 5 MLS matches.

The presence of Messi should help push the pace and create opportunities. Miami has also struggled to defend. It has allowed 7 goals in its last 5 games and has allowed at least 1 goal in 4 of it last 5. FCC has a lethal attack, and both teams capabilities in the final third should be on full display.

Mixed with defending concerns, back OVER 3.5 (+115).

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Leagues Cup: Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Nashville vs. Inter Miami odds and lines, with expert soccer picks, predictions and best bets.

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In the Leagues Cup final, Nashville SC welcomes Inter Miami to Geodis Park in Nashville Saturday. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Nashville vs. Inter Miami odds, and make our best expert soccer picks and predictions.

Nashville sits 4th in the Eastern Conference, having scored 31 goals and allowed 22 through 24 matches. In Leagues Cup action (a tournament featuring both MLS and Liga MX teams), it beat Colorado 2-1 and lost 4-3 to Toluca, still managing to advance to the knockout stage. It went on the road and beat East-leading FC Cincinnati 1-1 (5-4) in penalty kicks. It then beat Club America 2-2 (6-5) in penalty kicks. In the quarterfinal, Nashville obliterated Minnesota 5-0 and then took down Liga MX side Monterrey 2-0 to get to the final.

While Inter sits last in the East, the arrival of superstar F Lionel Messi has made Miami a must-watch team. It beat Cruz Azul 2-1 then Atlanta United 4-0 in the group stage. Miami beat Orlando City 3-1 in the Round of 32 and rallied from down 4-2 with 15 minutes left at FC Dallas to pull draw and win 5-3 in penalty kicks. Inter then beat Charlotte 4-0 and went on the road to Philadelphia and won 4-1 Tuesday.

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Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami odds

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

  • Moneyline: Nashville SC +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Inter Miami +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +120 | U: -175)

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Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Miami 2, Nashville SC 2 (Inter wins 5-4 penalty kicks)

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+270).

Nashville has the offense to keep pace with Inter. F Hany Mukhtar leads the league with 13 goals. It also has the best defense in the East. It sits 2nd in save percentage and 3rd in dual percentage. D Walker Zimmerman had a masterclass performance against Monterrey as well.

For Inter, while it crushed Philadelphia, it had 4 goals and 4 shots on frame. It took care of the opportunities when they came, but the score wasn’t reflective of Miami’s chances. Expect Messi and company to continue dominating but at a lesser level.

Considering the value, put a small unit on DRAW (+270).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+120).

Miami has scored 3 or more goals in its last 5 matches. It had allowed a goal in 3 of its last 4 as well. It converted at a high rate against Philadelphia, which isn’t surprising and should replicate that success against Nashville. There’s no reason to believe Miami should be able to tally a few goals as it has consistently generated offense with Messi at the helm.

Nashville has gotten through the Leagues Cup with its offense – not defense. It has scored 15 goals through 6 games. Miami’s defense is not good and should be exploited enough for Nashville to get a couple on the board. Expect a high-scoring game and back the OVER 3.5 (+120).

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