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New York City FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

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

New York City FC (8 wins, 3 losses, 2 draws) hosts the Colorado Rapids (5-6-3) at Yankee Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the New York City FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

In a 3-way tie for first place in the Eastern Conference, New York City FC does sit atop the conference in points per game.

They’re led by 23-year-old Argentinian F Valentín Castellanos who has 7 goals on the season. NYCFC first and foremost suffocates opponents defensively. They’ve allowed just 10 goals in 13 games.

As for Colorado, after finishing atop the Western Conference last season, they sit in 11th place.

The Rapids’ struggles this season are in their attack, having scored just 16 goals in 14 games while allowing 17. F Diego Rubio leads the team with 7 goals while F Michael Barrios tops the team with 3 assists.

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New York City FC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: New York City FC -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Colorado Rapids +520 (bet $100 to win $520) | Draw +340
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +115)

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Prediction

New York City FC 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW +350.

Colorado has just 5 wins on the season but has had more expected goals than its opponent in 10 of its 14 games. It is better than its record has shown, especially on the road. It has 5 road losses in 6 games.

However, in 4 of those 6 games, it has more expected goals. With a top-tier defense that’s still intact and a lethal combination in Barrios and Rubio, they should be able to hang with NYCFC.

NYCFC is 6-1-1 at home which is why Colorado is given this value.

This is certainly just a lean given NYCFC’s form, but having just 4 points in their first 5 games, this 4-game win streak will come to an end at some point. They’re unbeaten in 8 straight as well.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+115).

Both Colorado and NYCFC rank in the top 10 in opponents’ shots.

They both also rank in the top 5 in clean sheets. NYCFC has gone under this total in 5 straight while the Rapids are under this total in 5 of their last 7.

They’re both defensive-first teams, and although each has competent forwards, neither is known for its attack.

While NYCFC does have 25 goals in 13 games, take away 3 games of 4 or more goals, and they’re down to 10 in 10 games which isn’t nearly as impressive.

Couple that with the Rapids’ 1.14 goals per game average, and the under seems like the best option.

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Philadelphia Union vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

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

The Philadelphia Union (6 wins, 1 loss, 7 draws) welcome FC Cincinnati (6-7-1) to Subaru Park Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Philadelphia Union vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Union, who have been surpassed by New York City FC for the top spot in the Eastern Conference, have just one loss on the season. They lead the league with 7 draws. No other team in the East even has 6 ties.

The Union are led by F Dániel Gazdag who has 7 goals on the season. They’ve been dominant defensively as well. NYCFC and the Union both have allowed just 10 goals while the next-closest team in the East has allowed 16.

FC Cincinnati is the polar opposite. They’ve allowed 25 goals, tied for the 3rd-most in the East.

FCC has shockingly been better on the road, recording 4 wins in 8 away matches. They’re led by F Brandon Vazquez who has 7 goals on the season. He’s even caught the eye of USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter.

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Philadelphia Union vs. FC Cincinnati odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Philadelphia Union -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | FC Cincinnati +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Draw +310
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U:+100)

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Prediction

Philadelphia Union 2, FC Cincinnati 0

Money line (ML)

PASS.

Philadelphia (-165) should come out on top I wouldn’t bet on it due to the price tag. The value just isn’t there considering FC Cincinnati has a few quality road wins over teams like Orlando City and Minnesota.

Philadelphia has home draws against Inter Miami and Charlotte. They have 4 home draws in 7 home matches, so I’m not sold on the value here compared to the money line odds.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

When you look at FC Cincinnati’s scoring totals this season, it would suggest the over is a strong play. They’ve scored 21 goals and allowed 25 goals in just 14 games.

However, they’ve played CF Montreal twice, both games ending with 7 combined goals. Against teams that have allowed under 20 goals, they’re 2-2 O/U.

The Union have one of the best defenses in the MLS.

Only NYCFC and Philly have allowed 10 or fewer goals. They’ve gone under 2.5 goals in 10 of their last 11 games, and they should be able to hold a dynamic FCC offense scoreless.

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Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Columbus Crew (4 wins, 5 losses, 4 draws) welcome Charlotte FC (6-8-1) to Lower.com Field Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Charlotte kicked off June action with an impressive 2-0 home victory over the New York Red Bulls, a nationally televised game. They scored both goals in extra time.

In their first year, Charlotte sits 7th on the table. While in playoff position, they’ve scored 15 goals and allowed 18 for a -3 goal differential. They’re led by F Karol Świderski, who has 4 goals on the season.

As for the Crew, they’ve been relatively disappointing. However, they do have more points per game than Charlotte with a positive goal differential, having scored 17 and allowed 16.

Columbus is led by M Lucas Zelarayán, who has 4 goals on the season. The 2021 All-Star midfielder is among the best in the league. The Crew are 3-3-0 at home this season.

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Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Columbus Crew -116 (bet $116 to win $100) | Charlotte FC +330 (bet $100 to win $330 | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Prediction

Columbus 2, Charlotte 1

Money line (ML)

BET COLUMBUS -116.

Against Eastern Conference teams with a negative goal differential, the Crew are 3-1-1.

They’re 2-1-0 in those same games which are played at Lower.com Field, taking down Toronto and DC while losing to Orlando, which sits fifth in the conference.

Also, Charlotte just hasn’t been great on the road, which can be a trend with newly formed teams. Charlotte is 0-6-1 on the road and 6-2-0 at home. Those figures are startling.

With the pace and skillset of Zelarayán coupled with how the home side has played against low-tier competition, Columbus should control this match and win outright.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-112).

Five of Charlotte’s 7 home games have been over this total and 4 of the 7 have resulted in a 2-1 win for their opponent. Their last 2 road matches ended with a 2-1 loss.

For the Crew, they’ve played 6 home games and have had 3 of them hit this over.

While Charlotte does sit 7th, it isn’t in the playoff picture in terms of points per game. The Crew for 3-0 O/U this total against non-playoff Eastern Conference teams.

Both teams also rank in the top half of the league in shots, which proves the opportunities should be there.

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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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CF Montreal vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

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

CF Montreal (6 wins, 5 losses, 2 draws) welcomes FC Cincinnati (6-6-1) to Saputo Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the CF Montreal vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

CF Montreal has been among the best teams in the MLS, sitting 4th in the Eastern Conference. They have collected 9 points in 5 home games, posting a 3-2-0 home record.

Montreal is one of the more high-paced teams in the MLS. It has scored 24 goals and allowed 23, which are tied for the most in the conference and the second-fewest, respectively. It is led by 23-year-old F Djordje Mihailovic, who has 7 goals on the season.

FCC is led in scoring by 23-year-old F Brandon Vazquez, who has scored 7 goals as well and is drawing attention from the United States Men’s National Team.

Only Vazquez and M Luciano Acosta have more than one goal for FCC. FCC is 4-2-1 on the road this season, totaling 13 points in 7 matches. The club has scored 18 and allowed 21.

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CF Montreal vs. FC Cincinnati odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: CF Montreal -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | FC Cincinnati +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Draw +310
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -160 | U: +130)

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Prediction

CF Montreal 3, FC Cincinnati 2

Money line (ML)

LEAN CF MONTREAL -145.

FCC might be better on the road, but that’s not a typical pattern. I assume their road record will regress. Also, FC Cincinnati lacks depth in the goal-scoring department with just two players scoring multiple goals.

Montreal, on the other hand, can attack with a plethora of high-level finishers. It has had 5 players, 4 of which consistently start, score more than 1 goal.

One could even say FCC’s road record is lucky as it has either had as many expected goals or fewer expected goals in 5 of their 7 matches away from TQL Stadium, yet accrued 3 points in 4 of them.

Considering Montreal already beat FCC this season, I expect its strength at home to be showcased. This is only a lean because of the -145 value. That doesn’t give enough return for this to be a full-unit bet.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER ALTERNATE TOTAL 3.5 (+155).

FC Cincinnati and Montreal play high-scoring games. That’s about all there is to it. The score earlier this season was 4-3, and in the three matches that the two sides played last season, there were 12 goals.

On top of that, as noted earlier, Montreal is tied for the most goals in the conference and has allowed the second most. CF Montreal topped 2.5 goals in every home game and has topped 3.5 once.

Given how FCC plays, having allowed 1.62 goals per game, I expect this game to be a thrilling, scoring-heavy match.

However, the Over 2.5 at -160 doesn’t give the value I prefer considering the wager being taken, and the 3.5 at +155 is relatively risky, which is why this is again just a lean as well.

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Atlanta United vs. Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

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

The Atlanta United (4 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws) welcome the Columbus Crew (3-5-4) to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Atlanta United vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Both Atlanta and Columbus have disappointed so far this season with United sitting 8th in the East and the Crew 12th. Three points separate the 2 sides. As for United, they’ve drawn 2 straight games, both 2-2.

One was at home against New England, and the other, more recently, was a loss on the road against Nashville. Atlanta is led by F Ronaldo Cisneros, who has 4 goals on the season. It’s allowed 18 goals in 12 games.

As for the Crew, they’ve lost two straight and have failed to score in 6 of their last 8 games.

Columbus has scored 15 and allowed 15 through its 12 games this season. It is led in scoring by 2021 M Lucas Zelarayán, who has 4 goals on the season. The Crew are a pitiful 0-4-2 on the road this season.

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Atlanta United vs. Columbus Crew odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Atlanta United +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Columbus Crew +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Prediction

Atlanta United 2, Columbus Crew 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN ATLANTA UNITED +100.

The Crew just haven’t played up to par on the road, and their struggles over the last 8 games are real.

The Crew were unbeaten through the first 4 games of the season and have lost 5 of their last 8. Columbus must figure things out, and at a rowdy Mercedes-Benz Stadium won’t be where that happens.

There’s a chance star F Josef Martinez makes his return from injury as well. Martinez won the league’s Golden Boot in 2018. Even without Martinez, United has been playing better as of late. They’ve also not lost at home.

Combine United’s 3-0-3 home record with how bad Columbus has been away from Lower.com Field along with the potential return of Martinez, and I’ll take Atlanta at this value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-115).

The United defense has been terrible the last few games, which is why the OVER 2.5 (-115) is my favorite bet of the game. United has allowed 18 goals in 12 games and would have combined to top this total in their last 5 games.

The Crew would’ve hit this total in 2 of their last 4, having allowed 2 goals to their opponent in 3 straight games.

Columbus has one of the most experienced midfielders in the MLS. Zelarayan should be able to help the Crew break down a susceptible Atlanta defense.

Columbus ranks 9th in scoring attempts while Atlanta sits 4th in on-target scoring attempts. The 2 attacks combined should be able to net at least 3 goals.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Seattle Sounders odds, picks and predictions

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

The Colorado Rapids (4 wins, 5 losses, 3 draws) welcome the Seattle Sounders (4-5-1) to DSG Park Sunday. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Rapids vs. Sounders odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids, who had one of the best defenses in the MLS a year ago, have allowed 14 goals in 12 games. Only 5 teams in the Western Conference have given up more goals.

However, they’re still in playoff positions and are 4-0-2 at home. Colorado is led by F Diego Rubio who has 6 goals on the season. Only 1 other player on the roster has more than 1 goal this season.

The Sounders are tied for 11th — 2 points behind the Rapids — but are averaging more points per game. They’ve played just 10 games. Seattle is led by F Raúl Ruidíaz.

He’s 1 of 4 Sounders players with multiple goals on the season. The Sounders are 2-1-0 since their CONCACAF Champions League-winning run. Things are returning to normalcy, and they should start to rise in the standings.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Seattle Sounders odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado Rapids +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Seattle Sounders +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Prediction

Seattle Sounders 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

BET TIE OR SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC (-135) ON THE DOUBLE CHANCE.

While I don’t usually head to alternate lines here, this is one I think has a ton of value.

The Rapids are one of the better home teams in the league, but they’ve regressed as of late with 4 losses in their last 7 games. Their late-game red cards with Sporting KC may carry some extra weight.

However, this bet is more for Seattle than against Colorado. The Sounders have won 2 straight contests and really only have multiple losses because of the energy used to win the CONCACAF Champions League.

Those 2 wins came against Minnesota United 3-1 and Houston Dynamo 1-0, both playoff-caliber teams in the West. I expect the Sounders to start to ramp up their play in MLS action considering Ruidíaz has just 3 starts, F Jordan Morris has 6 and M Nicolás Lodeiro has just 4.

I don’t want to bet them to win outright, but the value on the draw or win is worth the risk.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-110).

The Sounders have gone under this total in 3 of their last 5 games. The Rapids have gone under this total in 4 of their last 5 matches.

Both teams have allowed 14 goals this season, Seattle in 10 games and Colorado in 12. Both are still allowing their opponent under 1.5 goals per game.

With that in mind, and considering the trends, I’ll take the UNDER 2.5 (-110) here.

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FC Cincinnati vs. New England Revolution odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. New England Revolution odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati (6 wins, 5 losses, 1 draw) welcomes the New England Revolution (3-5-3) to TQL Stadium. Kickoff Saturday is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the FC Cincinnati vs. New England odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Revolution have been a shadow of the team that consistently took the pitch last season. Without GK Matt Turner and F Tajon Buchanan, the Revolution sit in 11th place on the Eastern Conference table.

F Adam Buksa who has 6 goals and 2 assists leads the team in scoring and helps captain the offensive output with M Carles Gil, who has 3 goals and 5 assists. New England has scored 18 and allowed 20 in 11 matches.

FC Cincinnati has soared up the table with 4 straight wins and is just 1 of 2 playoff teams with a negative goal differential. They have a similar tandem in F Brandon Vazquez and M Luciano Acosta, the first of which has 8 goals and assists and the latter of which has 6.

FCC has never had a 3-game winning streak in club history, so they’re playing quality soccer right now. They’ve scored 16 and allowed 18 in 12 matches.

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FC Cincinnati vs. New England Revolution odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: FC Cincinnati +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | New England Revolution +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -165 | U: +133)

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Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, New England Revolution 2

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW +260.

FC Cincinnati has been on fire, but that flame will eventually be quenched. The Revolution haven’t gotten many results this season, but they have drawn two straight matches 2-2.

New England has drawn 2 of its 5 road games. FCC has yet to draw at home, but they have actually been far worse at TQL than on the road, posting just a 2-3-0 record.

In 2 of FCC’s 4 recent wins, they’ve either tied or had fewer expected goals than their opponent. They’re a solid side, but this streak will come to an end soon.

A draw, at +260, gives good value considering how each team has played this season.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN ALTERNATE OVER 3.5 (+145).

FC Cincinnati hasn’t necessarily won at home, but they’ve been a scoring machine, also giving up a large number of goals on their home field.

In 5 home games, FCC has scored 9 goals and allowed 8, which includes a 1-0 loss to D.C. United to start the season. They’ve gone over 3.5 goals in 2 of 5 home games.

FCC also has the league’s leader, Acosta, in total attacking assists. As for New England, it has gone over this total in 2 straight and in 4 of its last 6. Gil is tied for the second-most assists in the MLS.

This should be a high-paced game against 2 sides that have had relatively disappointing defenses so far this season. Expect a plethora of goals, which is why the alternate Over is my favorite play.

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Columbus Crew vs. LAFC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Columbus Crew vs. LAFC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

The Columbus Crew (3 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws) welcome LAFC (7-3-2) to Lower.com Field Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Columbus Crew vs. LAFC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Crew have had a relatively disappointing season. Although early in the season, they are outside of playoff position. However, Columbus has won 3 of its 5 games at home.

The Crew are led by 29-year-old M Lucas Zelarayán. Zelarayan was an All-Star midfielder a season ago. Columbus is coming off a 2-0 road loss to NYCFC last weekend.

LAFC is led by F Carlos Vela the last few seasons. While that’s true again, it has struggled as of late, losing at home to Austin FC 2-1. LAFC has lost two straight and is 0-2-1 in the last 3.

LAFC has been decent on the road for a club of its caliber, posting a 3-2-0 record. However, LAFC had more expected goals in all but one road game this season.

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Columbus Crew vs. LAFC odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Columbus +117 (bet $100 to win $117) | LAFC +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Draw +255
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +120)

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Prediction

LAFC 2, Columbus 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN LAFC +225.

LAFC hasn’t played well as of late, but it’s an ultra-talented club, some of which are still figuring out how to play with each other.

Veteran M Kellyn Acosta will likely accrue another start and should impact the game. He should be able to neutralize the possession-dominating Zelarayán.

Considering Columbus has scored 5 goals in its last 7 matches and were held scoreless in 5 of those, I’m not sold they’ll be able to thrive against the Western Conference’s best and deepest club.

LAFC is one of four teams with a double-digit goal differential, and it’s still positive even when just considering road matches. If I can ever get LAFC to win for more than double my wager, I’ll take it.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-125).

If there’s something LAFC likes to do, it is score. They have had 24 goals in 12 games, averaging 2 goals per game. Columbus is averaging 1.36 goals per game and has had 5 multi-goal games as well.

It has scored 2 or more in 3 of its 5 home matches. Columbus has had 3 goals scored in 2 of its last 3 matches while 3 or more have been scored in 7 of LAFC’s last 9.

With all the star power from the mix of Acosta, Vela and Zelarayan, I expect goals to be scored.

Both defenses allow over a goal per game as well. They both also rank in the bottom half of the league in interceptions, so attacks may be able to find steam early and often.

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Sporting KC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

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

The Colorado Rapids (4 wins, 4 losses, 3 draws) visit Children’s Mercy Park to take on Sporting KC (2-7-3) Wednesday. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Sporting KC vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids haven’t been great this season, but they have been a dominant side at home. Colorado has 4 wins and 2 draws in its 6 home games, while posting an 0-4-1 road record.

The Rapids are led by 29-year-old Chilean F Diego Rubio, who has 6 goals on the season. Canadian M Mark-Anthony Kaye has 3 goals and is the only other Rapids player with multiple goals.

Sporting KC has been a shell of what it was a season ago. Sporting has been decent at home, going 2-1-2. It has earned just 1 point in 7 road matches.

KC has scored only 9 goals on the season with 32-year-old Johnny Russell leading the way with 3. Sporting is coming off a road match in which it gave up 7 goals to Portland. Sporting KC has allowed 23 goals in 12 games.

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Sporting KC vs. Colorado Rapids odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Sporting KC +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Colorado Rapids +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Draw +220
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +102 | U: -125)

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Prediction

Sporting KC 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+220).

Sporting KC is coming into this game having drawn 2 of its 5 home games.

Both of KC’s wins this season at home were just 1-0 victories as well, so it isn’t extremely dominant at home. It has scored 5 and allowed 4 in its 5 home games this season.

Colorado hasn’t been great on the road. It is the better side and has more points on the season, but it has scored just 1 point away from home. The Rapids have scored just 3 goals on the road.

Neither team has a significant advantage in the current situation. For that reason, I’ll LEAN DRAW (+220) at this value.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-125).

On paper, Sporting KC has the second-worst defense in the Western Conference.

However, in 4 games, it has yielded 16 goals, and in the other 8 it has allowed just 7. Sporting has also pitched 4 shutouts and, as noted, is far better defensively at home. Sporting KC is 2-3 at home when the O/U line is 2.5.

Colorado is 3-2 O/U on the road but has given up 3 goals 3 times. The Sporting KC offense hasn’t shown enough consistent attack to likely get that many, especially against a Rapids defense that has been otherwise solid.

Combine the strengths of both teams with how they’ve played in the situation they’ll be entering, and I like the UNDER 2.5 (-125) here as my best bet. I wouldn’t quite put a full unit because of the overpriced value of -125.

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