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Columbus Crew at Austin FC odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Columbus Crew at Austin FC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Columbus Crew (4 wins, 3 losses, 2 draws) visit Austin FC (2-5-3) Sunday at Q2 Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Columbus Crew vs. Austin FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

For Austin FC, this will be just its second home game of the season. Nine of its 10 matches thus far were away from Q2 Stadium and it’s just 2-5-2 on the road.

Austin’s only home match was a 0-0 draw against San Jose. With 9 points through 10 games, Austin is 11th in the Western Conference and has 2 draws and a loss since the international break.

As for the Crew, they have a win and a loss in two games since returning to play. They’re sixth in the Eastern Conference with 14 points through nine games but are 1-3-1 on the road.

Columbus Crew at Austin FC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:20 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Columbus Crew +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Austin FC +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Draw +220
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Columbus Crew 1, Austin FC 0

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line despite all three options being plus-money bets.

There’s ample reason to think the Crew could come out on top, and at +170, they offer good value. However, they lost or drew in four of their five matches on the road.

Given that Austin FC’s record is almost strictly on the road, it’s tough to gauge how good it is in front of a home crowd. Austin scored 1 goal in its last six games.

Now, given Austin’s inability to score, a win or Crew draw could be good value, but at -200, I’d stay away from it. There’s a better bet to be had against the Over/Under.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-120) as these aren’t attack-heavy teams.

Austin can’t score and has just 6 goals through 10 matches. It’s last in scoring in the league; the next closest team in the Western Conference has 9 goals.

As for the Crew, they used to be a dominant scoring side but have just 9 goals through nine games.

Crew F Gyasi Zardes is expected to suit up. He has 3 goals in eight appearances. Last season, he had 12 goals in 21 games but hasn’t finished as well in 2021.

All the numbers point to a low-scoring match, and given that -120 offers good value, the Under is the best bet.

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D.C. United at New York City FC odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s D.C. United at New York City FC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In one of four MLS games Sunday, D.C. United (4 wins, 5 losses, 1 draw) visit New York City FC (4-3-2) at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United at New York City FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Since the international break, United has a win and a draw, while NYCFC has a win and a loss.

Despite their opponent taking a red card in both games, United was able to score just 1 goal in the two games. They have not conceded a goal since May 23.

As for New York City FC, they pushed the New England Revolution to their limits in a 3-2 loss in its first game back. It then defeated Atlanta United 1-0 Wednesday.

D.C. United at New York City FC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:35 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: D.C. United +425 (bet $100 to win $425) | New York City FC -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Draw +290
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: -110)

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Prediction

New York City FC 2, D.C. United 0

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line because betting on New York City FC is just too risky.

NYCFC kicked off the season with a 2-1 road loss to D.C. United. While it has been playing better since there’s no way one should make a -175 bet in a match between two mid-tier teams in the Eastern Conference.

D.C. United kicked off their first four games of the season allowing over 2 goals per game. Their recent results could be just the luck of playing a team down to 10 men for part of the match.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET the OVER 2.5 (-120) because New York City FC should be able to push D.C. United into a more aggressive pace.

The first time these teams met there were 3 goals scored. Having put up 5 goals in a game this season, MF Jesus Medina and NYCFC have scored 16 goals through nine matches.

As for D.C. United, they’ve thrived defensively, but as noted, they played an opponent down a man for 77 combined minutes in their last two games.

Those two games were against CF Montreal and Inter Miami, who are both outside of the current playoff picture. The attacking talent of both D.C. United and NYCFC should produce goals, as we saw when NYCFC took on New England.

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New York Red Bulls at Atlanta United FC odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New York Red Bulls at Atlanta United FC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In one of four MLS games Sunday, the New York Red Bulls (4 wins, 5 losses, 0 draws) visit Atlanta United FC (2-2-5) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Red Bulls come into the match after pushing the top-ranked New England Revolution to their limits in a 3-2 loss Wednesday. In their only other game after the international break, the Red Bulls won 2-0 over Nashville SC.

New York’s offense has been rolling as of late, and it’s going to need a result to keep climbing the ladder. The Red Bulls will need to down an Atlanta United FC that’s struggled to close out games, as you can see with the 5 draws on their record.

Since coming back from the break, United lost to New York City FC (1-0) and drew the Philadelphia Union (2-2). With 10th place and fourth place in the Eastern Conference separated by four points, both teams will desperately be looking for a win Sunday afternoon.

New York Red Bulls at Atlanta United FC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:50 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: New York Red Bulls +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Atlanta United FC +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Draw +225
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: +100)

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Prediction

New York Red Bulls 1, Atlanta United FC 0

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to NEW YORK (+230) as the best value on the money line. While I’d love to consider Atlanta United as their home field typically offers an advantage, they just aren’t the same team without F Josef Martinez.

United has scored just 11 goals through nine games; however, they have two wins and two ties at home, so they’ve yet to lose. On top of that, the Red Bulls have struggled on the road, at 0-4-0.

Those obstacles will eventually be overcome.

Atlanta is coming off a loss while New York had a dominant victory over Nashville before the narrow loss to the Revolution. While the numbers may look against it, New York will look to build momentum, and at this value, is worth considering.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET the UNDER 2.5 (+100) as neither team is impressive in the attacking half.

The teams have combined for 25 goals in 18 games. They’ve both given up one less than they’ve scored, as well. This one is a toss-up as neither is overly impressive.

Eighteen-year-old Red Bulls MF Caden Clark, who will be transferred at the end of the season, has clearly been the best player for the Red Bulls. If he takes the pitch, they’ll have the upper hand in the midfield.

Both teams are outside of the top 14 in terms of shots and outside the top 10 in goals.

Lastly, the Under hit in both teams’ last game. This is likely to be another instance of the defense getting the better of the formerly top-tier franchises.

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FC Cincinnati at Toronto FC odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati at Toronto FC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks and predictions.

In one of several MLS games Saturday night, FC Cincinnati (2 wins, 5 losses, 1 draw) travels south to take on Toronto FC (1-6-2) at Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Fla. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the FC Cincinnati vs. Toronto FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati is playing solid soccer as it comes off its second win of the season. Brazilian F Brenner has been drawing starts and getting good looks while GK Kenneth Vermeer has stepped up in the last few games.

Toronto FC has been playing in Orlando due to COVID-19 restrictions on crossing borders. Toronto is coming off back-to-back 3-2 losses, but it has been able to put the ball in the back of the net, something FC Cincinnati allows to happen frequently.

FC Cincinnati at Toronto FC: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: FC Cincinnati +333 (bet $100 to win $333) | Toronto FC -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Draw +290
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -175 | U: +130)

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Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, Toronto FC 2

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+290) as a value play because both these teams are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference and should play at the same level.

While FC Cincinnati has played very well as of late, pushing the New England Revolution to their limits, it has shown very little consistency on backline and Toronto should be able to exploit that.

Toronto FC is 13th in the East but only four teams in the conference have more goals. Both of these squads give up goals at an alarming rate, and that should yield a rather unpredictable match.

While I may pass on the money line altogether, the DRAW (+290) offers good value, as does the FC Cincinnati money line. You can get FC Cincinnati to win or draw for +110.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-175), and honestly, I’d probably take this to the next level.

You can get Over 3.5 goals for +135 and Over 4.5 goals for +300, both presenting risky but relatively good values. I’d stick it out at the 2.5 as it seems like easy money.

FC Cincinnati has 1 goal but 41 shots over its last two games. It gets into scoring positions, and against a side that allows those to be completed, FCC should get on the board early and often.

In what’s expected to be a high-scoring affair, Toronto FC should also look to pile on the scoring, having scored twice in each of its last two games against better defensive teams than FCC.

Twenty-nine-year-old MF Jonathan Osorio will look to continue his two-game scoring streak, and there’s no reason to think he won’t have a couple of chances to put one away.

However, FC Cincinnati hasn’t seen a total Over 2.5 goals in any its last three games, so it’s not an entirely risk-free bet.

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Philadelphia Union at Chicago Fire FC odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Philadelphia Union at Chicago Fire FC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Philadelphia Union (5 wins, 2 losses, 3 draws) travel to the Windy City to take on the Chicago Fire FC (1-7-1) Saturday at Soldier Field. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Philadelphia Union at Chicago Fire FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Coming off a home loss to FC Cincinnati Wednesday, the Fire may have hit their season-low. With just 1 win in 9 matches, the lone positive is that both their win and draw were at home.

The Union are coming into this match looking to keep pace with Orlando City SC, who downed Inter Miami CF 2-1 Friday night. Philadelphia hasn’t lost in 7 matches and kicked off that streak off with a 2-0 win over Chicago May 8. The Union are 1-0-1 since the international break.

Philadelphia Union at Chicago Fire FC: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Philadelphia Union +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Chicago Fire +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -155 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Philadelphia Union 1, Chicago Fire 0

Money line (ML)

BET on the PHILADELPHIA UNION (+140) because they’re rolling and Chicago seemingly doesn’t have any idea how to defend or attack.

Getting the Union on a plus-money bet seems almost unfair. Chicago has just 4 goals on the season and has given up 14.

The Union have just 7 goals against and are tied with Orlando and Columbus for the fewest goals allowed in the Eastern Conference. Expecting the worst offense not to score on the best defense is a bet I’m willing to take.

Combine that with Philadelphia averaging over a goal per game and Chicago giving up over a goal per game, and I’d ride with the Union to defeat the Fire.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+115) because neither team has a great attack and the Union’s backline is dominant. While Philadelphia is led by F Cory Burke, he has just 3 goals on the season.

He’s a solid option, but he’s yet to be a dominant performer. This team is among the best because it gives up little with Ds Jakob Glesnes and Jack Elliott holding down the backline.

The Union rank in the top five of MLS in save percentage and interceptions while ranking in the bottom 10 in shots on target. They get the job done but not in high-scoring affairs.

The Fire have little going for them and will likely play at Philadelphia’s pace. For those reasons, I’d go with the Under, especially with the value given.

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Los Angeles FC at Sporting Kansas City odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Los Angeles FC at Sporting Kansas City odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In one of many MLS games Saturday, Los Angeles FC (3 wins, 3 losses, 3 draws) visits Sporting Kansas City (6-3-2) at Children’s Mercy Park. Kickoff is set for 5:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Los Angeles FC vs. Sporting Kansas City odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Sporting KC is entering this home match with the fourth-most points in MLS and the most goals in the league. They currently have 20 goals through 11 matches but have also have given up 14. They’re just 1-1-1 this month since the international break.

As for LAFC, it has been able to get captain F Carlos Vela, arguably the best player in MLS, back from injury. He scored his first goal of the season Wednesday against Dallas.

Having played below its standard up to this point in the season, LAFC will be looking to make a run through the second half.

Los Angeles FC at Sporting Kansas City: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Los Angeles FC +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Sporting Kansas City +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +120 | U: -170)

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Prediction

Sporting KC 2, Los Angeles FC 1

Money line (ML)

BET on KANSAS CITY (+115) because despite Vela’s return for LAFC it’s still the better side. It’s also important to note that Vela doesn’t appear to be at full strength.

Twenty-four-year-old Sporting F Dániel Sallói is one of the best goal scorers in MLS, and Kansas City should be able to come out on top at home.

KC has the seventh-most interceptions and ninth-best duel rate. It has given up 14 goals to opponents but is competent defensively. Expect Sporting to come out aggressive at home.

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Over/Under (O/U)

PASS on the Under 3.5 (-170) because it’s just a bit too pricey. With Vela back and 25-year-old LAFC F Corey Baird stepping up this season, there’s a good chance the Over hits, but at this price, it’s too much.

You’d never want to bet that Vela can’t get this team going, and with him in the lineup, LAFC could easily have 10 more goals on the season.

Expect a high-scoring match, but I wouldn’t ride it as LAFC and its opponent hasn’t topped 2 goals since before the international break.

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Minnesota United FC at Portland Timbers preview, odds and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Minnesota United FC at Portland Timbers odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In Saturday’s MLS action, Minnesota United FC (3 wins, 4 losses, 2 draws) visit the Portland Timbers (4-4-1) for an 11:30 p.m. ET kickoff at Providence Park. The match is televised on ESPN+. Below, we preview the Minnesota United FC vs. Portland Timbers odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Minnesota United FC enter on a five-match unbeaten run, going 3-0-2 since a May 8 loss at Colorado, including an impressive 2-0 victory Wednesday on their home pitch against Austin FC. Minnesota has allowed a total of just two goals during the five-game run.

The Timbers picked up a high-scoring 2-2 draw Wednesday on the road against Houston, and they’re a solid 3-1-1 across their last five matches.

Minnesota United FC at Portland Timbers: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Minnesota United FC +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Portland Timbers -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -175)

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Prediction

Minnesota United FC 2, Portland Timbers 2

Money line (ML)

Both of these sides come in on hot streaks, and a DRAW (+280) is the most attractive play on the board with a chance to nearly triple up.

Minnesota won the last meeting 3-1, but the prior meeting was a 0-0 draw September 22, 2019, in Portland.

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Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 3.5 (+125) is a value play in this one.

Portland is averaging 1.75 goals per match across its last four outings, while allowing 2.3 goals per match in the previous three. Look for another high-scoring match with end-to-end action at Providence Park.

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Los Angeles Galaxy at San Jose Earthquakes preview, odds and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Los Angeles Galaxy at San Jose Earthquakes odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In Saturday’s MLS action, the San Jose Earthquakes (3 wins, 6 losses, 1 draw) hosts the Los Angeles Galaxy (6-3-0) for a 10 p.m. ET kickoff at PayPal Park in San Jose. Below, we preview the Los Angeles Galaxy vs. San Jose Earthquakes odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Galaxy have alternated wins and losses across the past five matches, including a 2-1 victory at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

The Earthquakes are licking their wounds after a 5-0 loss at Orlando City last time out on Wednesday. They’re on an 0-5-1 skid across the past six, including a 1-0 road loss against the Galaxy on May 30 in L.A.

Los Angeles Galaxy at San Jose Earthquakes: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Los Angeles Galaxy +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | San Jose Earthquakes +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +110 | U: -155)

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Prediction

Los Angeles Galaxy 2, San Jose Earthquakes 0

Money line (ML)

The LOS ANGELES GALAXY (+200) is a value play against the sliding San Jose Earthquakes (+110) at PayPal Park Saturday night.

The Galaxy posted a clean sheet at home against the Quakes in the first meeting at the end of May, and San Jose has really had trouble finding the back of the net lately. They have been blanked in five of the past six matches.

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Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 3.5 (-155) is a bit costly but easily the best play on the board in this match between Golden State rivals. In fact, playing the alternate line of UNDER 2.5 GOALS (+160) is quite attractive.

In addition, I really like the GALAXY TO WIN AND UNDER 2.5 COMBINED GOALS SCORED IN GAME (+800) on the 1X2 and Over/Under 2.5 section.

Play the GALAXY (+110) FOR FIRST GOAL SCORED too.

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Seattle Sounders FC preview, odds and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Seattle Sounders FC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In Saturday’s MLS action, the Vancouver Whitecaps FC (2 wins, 6 losses, 1 draw) visits Seattle Sounders FC (7-0-3) for a 9 p.m. ET kickoff at Lumen Field. The match is televised on ESPN+. Below, we preview the Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Seattle Sounders FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Vancouver is on a five-match skid, including a 2-1 setback against the Los Angeles Galaxy Wednesday at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah – its temporary home. The Whitecaps have been outscored 11-3 during the losing streak.

First-place Seattle cobbled together a 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake Wednesday night in its second straight 2-1 victory after a pair of draws against Atlanta United and Austin FC.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Seattle Sounders FC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Vancouver Whitecaps FC +725 (bet $100 to win $725) | Seattle Sounders FC -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Draw +375
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +105)

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Prediction

Seattle Sounders FC 2, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 0

Money line (ML)

There is just no way to justify playing the Seattle Sounders FC (-300) straight up as they will cost you three times your potential return.

AVOID, and instead look to the spread, taking SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC -1 (+100) at even money.

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Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+105) is a solid wager. Seattle has kept a clean sheet in four of its six home matches in the Emerald City. Meanwhile, Vancouver is skidding hard, dropping five in a row, and they have a total of three goals during the slide.

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CF Montreal at Nashville SC preview, odds and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s CF Montreal at Nashville SC odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In Saturday’s MLS action, the CF Montreal (3 wins, 3 losses, 3 draws) visits Nashville SC (3-1-5) for an 8:30 p.m. ET kickoff at Nissan Stadium. The match is televised on ESPN+. Below, we preview the CF Montreal vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

CF Montreal has bounced back from consecutive losses posting a 1-0 road win over Chicago Fire FC, and then they played to a scoreless draw last time out against DC United.

Nashville SC hosted CF Montreal back April 24, and these sides played to a 2-2 draw. It was the second-highest scoring match of the season for the home side.

CF Montreal at Nashville SC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:15 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: CF Montreal +575 (bet $100 to win $575) | Nashville SC -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Draw +275
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 2, CF Montreal 1

Money line (ML)

NASHVILLE SC (-200) is a little more expensive than I usually like to play on a straight money line play, but the home side is worth backing here. They have an explosive offense, and they’re sturdy on their home pitch.

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Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-110) is the best play on the board in this match. While yes, CF Montreal has hit Under 2.5 goals in each of its past four road matches, they should find Nashville SC very giving at Nissan Stadium.

Nashville has allowed at least two goals in each of the past three matches. And, as mentioned, these two sides combined for four total goals in the earlier meeting this season.

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