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Colorado Rapids at San Jose Earthquakes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids at San Jose Earthquakes odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

In Saturday’s MLS action, the Colorado Rapids (0 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) visit the San Jose Earthquakes (1-1-0) at PayPal Park at 10:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rapids vs. Earthquakes odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Colorado played to a scoreless draw last weekend against Sporting Kansas City, which was a much better defensive effort than the 4-0 setback in Seattle to open. The Rapids continue to be without Aboubacar Keita (knee), Dantouma Toure (knee) and Diego Rubio (knee). Marko Ilic (finger) is also dealing with an injury, but he could play.

San Jose defended its home turf with a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps last weekend, bouncing back from a stunning late 2-1 setback against Atlanta United in the opener.

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Colorado Rapids at San Jose Earthquakes odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:36 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Colorado Rapids +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | San Jose Earthquakes -104 (bet $104 to win $100) | Draw +285 (bet $100 to win $285)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +120)

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Colorado Rapids at San Jose Earthquakes picks and predictions

Prediction

San Jose Earthquakes 1, Colorado Rapids 0

Moneyline (ML)

SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES (-104) is a strong play. The Colorado Rapids’ (+275) offensive attack has been rather toothless, getting blanked in each of their first 2 matches.

San Jose won the most recent meeting between these teams at PayPal Park last May, winning 1-0. The Quakes are unbeaten in 10 of the past 11 home matches against the Rapids, too. Expect a similar low-scoring result in this battle in the Bay Area.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+120) appears to be too good to be true at plus-money. Take advantage.

We’ve seen 2 or fewer goals in 3 of the past 4 head-to-head meetings in this series. San Jose has seen Under 2.5 goals in 11 of the past 12 home matches against Colorado across all competitions, too.

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Toronto FC vs. Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto FC vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

Toronto FC (0 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) welcome the Columbus Crew (1-1-0) to BMO Field. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Toronto FC vs. Columbus Crew odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Toronto FC will see its first home action of the season this week. It fell 3-2 against D.C. United in Week 1 and is most recently coming off a 1-1 draw against Atlanta United FC. All 3 of Toronto’s goals this season have come in the 2nd half and 3 of the 4 goals it has conceded have also been scored in the 2nd half. Dating back to last season, Toronto is 0-2-1 in its last 3 home matches.

Columbus is coming off a 2-0 home victory against D.C. United last week after being blown out 4-1 on the road against the Philadelphia Union in Week 1. All 3 of the Crew’s goals have come in the 1st half of their games, and in both of their previous games they have allowed more shots than they have taken. Dating back to last season, the Crew are 0-3-1 in their last 4 road games.

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Toronto FC vs. Columbus Crew odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:07 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Toronto FC +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Columbus Crew +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Draw +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Toronto FC vs. Columbus Crew picks and predictions

Prediction

Columbus Crew 2, Toronto FC 1

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN COLUMBUS CREW +260.

While Columbus has struggled on the road of late, is has started games much stronger than Toronto has. All of the Crew’s goals have come in the first half which has an impact on the momentum of the game moving forward. The Crew are averaging 1.5 1st-half goals this season which is good for 2nd in the MLS.

The Crew have beaten Toronto FC in each of their last 3 matchups by a score of 2-1 and until proven otherwise deserve to be backed, especially at +260.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-120).

Both teams sport a 1-1 O/U record thus far with both Overs hitting in losses, but not due to lack of opportunity. In their 2 games this season, the Crew are averaging 10 shots a game while Toronto is averaging 5.5.

On the flip side, both teams’ defenses have allowed ample opportunities with the Crew giving up an average of 17 shots per game and Toronto giving up 13 shots per game.

Taking into account the fast style of play and amount of opportunities on both sides of the ball, take the OVER 2.5 (-120), despite the juice.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) welcomes the Seattle Sounders (2-0-0) to TQL Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati kicked off their season at home with a 2-1 win over Houston. They followed it up by taking to the road and drawing Orlando despite having 4 more shots and 3 more shots on target. FCC had 57% possession in that game. They sit tied for 5th in the East.

FCC drew Seattle 1-1 last season on the road.

The Sounders, on the other hand, are 1 of 2 teams in the Western Conference that kicked off the season undefeated. They have 6 goals for and 0 against. Seattle is coming off a 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake, ending with 6 more shots on goal and 60% possession.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati +107 (bet $100 to win $107) | Seattle Sounders +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +255
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, Seattle Sounders 2

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+255).

These two sides drew last season, and this should be a highly competitive battle.

Seattle has already proven to be one of the best teams in the West, especially at full strength after a season of injuries last year. They have given up 17 shots through 2 games as well. So while they have a dynamic offense, the defense could concede.

FC Cincinnati ended last season with 6 draws in 17 home games and had fewer expected goals in their lone home matchup. They were one of the most draw-heavy sides last season and have a similar roster, one even stronger defensively.

Ultimately, for the value, back DRAW (+255).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-115).

Both teams are 1-1 O/U on this total, but it hasn’t been because of a lacking attack.

FCC had ample chances against Houston and then played a slower game against Orlando; whereas, Seattle had 4 goals on Colorado and scored 2 against a lacking Real Salt Lake team.

The FCC backline allowed 1.6 expected goals to Houston. Seattle should be able to have ample opportunities with F Jordan Morris and F Raul Ruidiaz.

FCC has had more than an expected goal in both games while Seattle has had 2 or more in both games and has allowed 17 shots, showing at least some weakness in the final third.

Considering the fast style of play this should be at, take the OVER 2.5 (-115) despite the juice.

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DC United at Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s DC United at Columbus Crew odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

In Saturday’s MLS action, DC United (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) visits the Columbus Crew (0-1-0) at Lower.com Field in Columbus at 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DC United vs. Columbus odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

DC United picked up a 3-2 victory against Toronto FC in the opener last Saturday. M Theodore Ku-DiPietro set up F Christian Benteke in the 90th minute to tie the match 2-2. Ku-DiPietro then scored his 1st career MLS goal in the 8th minute of stoppage time to stun Toronto.

Columbus was on the short end of a 4-1 loss on the road against the Philadelphia Union. GK Patrick Schulte allowed 4 goals on 5 shots on target but was only playing because GK Eloy Room had been unable to secure a green card for the opener. Room has returned to training and should be set to resume his starting role Saturday.

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DC United at Columbus Crew odds

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  • Moneyline: DC United +410 (bet $100 to win $410) | Columbus Crew -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Draw +310 (bet $100 to win $320)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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DC United at Columbus Crew picks and predictions

Prediction

Columbus Crew 2, DC United 1

Moneyline (ML)

COLUMBUS (-150) is the play as a moderate favorite, as it will bounce back on its home pitch after a disappointing opener against a tough foe on the road.

DC United may seem like a tempting play for the chance to multiply your initial wager by more than 4 times, but United was fortunate to win last week and won’t be able to strike gold in a 2nd straight outing.

The Crew are 2-0-1 across the past 3 meetings with United and has scored at least 2 goals in 5 straight in the series.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-120) is the lean in this match. We saw a total of 5 goals in the first match for each team last weekend.

We have seen 3 or more total goals in each of the past 5 meetings in this series, including a 2-2 draw in the most recent meeting July 13 last season.

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Sporting Kansas City at Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Sporting Kansas City at Colorado Rapids odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

In Saturday’s MLS action, Sporting Kansas City (0 wins, 1 loss, 0 draws) travels to meet the Colorado Rapids (0-1-0) Saturday at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colo., at 9:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Sporting KC vs. Colorado odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

Sporting KC was on the short end of a 1-0 loss on the road against the Portland Timbers Monday night in the season opener. The match was moved from last Saturday due to a winter storm that hammered Portland with over 10 inches of snow. Keeper John Pulskamp was beaten in the 6th minute, but he was solid for the remainder of the match.

The Rapids were roughed up by the Seattle Sounders on the road by a 4-0 count, the most lopsided MLS match in the opening weekend.

Sporting KC picked up a 2-1 win in a feisty meeting last May 18, while Colorado picked up a 2-0 home win March 12.

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Sporting Kansas City at Colorado Rapids odds

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  • Moneyline: Sporting KC +255 (bet $100 to win $255) | Colorado Rapids (bet $100 to win $100) | Draw +285 (bet $100 to win $285)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +125)

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Sporting Kansas City at Colorado Rapids picks and predictions

Prediction

Sporting KC 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Moneyline (ML)

DRAW (+285) is a solid lean in his matchup between 2 clubs that lost their openers last weekend.

Sporting KC (+255) is also a tempting play, especially with the Colorado Rapids (+100) coming off a 4-0 thumping last weekend in Seattle. Sporting KC played Portland tough, and it faced the adversity of not only playing on the road, but facing a match moved due to weather.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+125) is worth a look at plus-money.

We have seen 2 or fewer goals in 4 of the past 5 meetings in this series, and with the Rapids and Sporting KC each getting blanked last week, goals could be at a premium in Matchday 2 for both sides.

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Orlando City vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Orlando City vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) battles Orlando City (1-0-0) at Exploria Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Orlando City vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati retained most of their top-end talent from a club that finished 5th in the Eastern Conference last season and had the 2nd-most goals in the conference. They took down the Houston Dynamo 2-1 at home in their season opener despite having 2 fewer shots on target.

Orlando City finished 7th in the East last season and didn’t make any noise in the playoffs, being eliminated by Montreal in the 1st round. They also opened their season with a 1-0 win at home against the New York Red Bulls despite having just 1 shot on target, scoring their lone goal on a penalty kick.

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Orlando City vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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  • Moneyline: Orlando City +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | FC Cincinnati +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Orlando City vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

Orlando City 1, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+250).

Simply put, FC Cincinnati should be the better team, but neither team showcased much in their home opener. It’s often difficult for teams to get a good grip early in the season.

Orlando had fewer expected goals and fewer shots on goal and was completely limited offensively. FC Cincinnati drew 7 of 17 road matches last season and has a complete roster, filling out their midfield this offseason.

Considering how both teams played in their opener and FCC’s play on the road last season, back a DRAW (+250) for a small unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-110).

FC Cincinnati should have looked better in their home opener. They had just 5 shots on target and 37% of the possession. Orlando City also looked unimpressive, having just 1 shot on target.

One game isn’t enough time to build the comradery between new midfield players and then the forwards. Along with lesser-tested set pieces, limited opportunities should be a theme of this match, as it was in each team’s opener.

These teams combined for 6 shots on goal in their openers. The Orlando City defense also held New York scoreless. Back the UNDER 2.5 (-110).

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Seattle Sounders vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions

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

In the lone MLS game on Sunday, the Seattle Sounders welcome the Colorado Rapids to Lumen Field. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET (FS1/Apple TV). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Seattle Sounders vs. Colorado Rapids odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Sounders and Rapids were 2nd and 1st in the West in 2021 and finished 11th and 10th last season.

The Sounders were still relatively strong at home, winning 9 of 17 matches. Seattle did retain star F Raul Ruidiaz and both Roldan brothers (Alex and Christian) along with USMNT F Jordan Morris.

Colorado is led by F Diego Rubio, who had 16 goals last season, the lone Rapids player in double figures. Colorado was just 1-11-5 on the road in 2022.

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Seattle Sounders vs. Colorado Rapids odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:46 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Seattle Sounders -117 (bet $117 to win $100) | Colorado Rapids +285 (bet $100 to win $285) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -150 | U: +117)

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Seattle Sounders vs. Colorado Rapids picks and predictions

Prediction

Seattle Sounders 3, Colorado Rapids 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET SEATTLE (-117).

The Sounders dealt with a plethora of injuries last season, but should come into this season with their 1st-team roster intact which makes them one of the most talented teams in the West.

They beat Colorado 2-1 last season at home and had more than double their expected goals. The Rapids did draft a defender, but they likely will still have an underwhelming backline. They gave up 1.68 goals per game last season.

The Sounders, at full strength, should have their way, and with the energy of Lumen Field and this value, back SEATTLE (-117).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (-150).

The Sounders went Over this in 4 of their last 5 home matches, and the Rapids went Over this in 8 of their last 10 away matches. Both teams have similar rosters to last season, so expect similar results.

The firepower with Rubio, Morris and Ruidiaz, opportunities should be bountiful in this matchup. Back the OVER 2.5 (-150), but only for a partial unit given the odds.

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Philadelphia Union vs. Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Philadelphia Union vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

To help commence the 1st weekend of MLS action, the Philadelphia Union battle the Columbus Crew. Kickoff from Subaru Park is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Philadelphia Union vs. Columbus Crew odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Union finished atop the Eastern Conference last season and lost a heartbreaker in the MLS Cup. They, by far, has the best defense in the MLS, allowing just 26 goals on the season and had a league-best +46 goal differential. The Union are returning many of their key players.

The Crew, on the other hand, finished last season just outside of playoff position, sitting 8th in the East with a +5 goal differential. Having F Cucho, who produced to end last season, for a full year should help and 2021 M Lucas Zelarayan will likely be a high-impact player for them as well.

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Philadelphia Union vs. Columbus Crew odds

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  • Moneyline: Philadelphia Union -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Columbus Crew +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Philadelphia Union vs. Columbus Crew picks and predictions

Prediction

Philadelphia Union 2, Columbus Crew 0

Moneyline (ML)

BET PHILADELPHIA UNION (-140).

Despite not winning the MLS Cup, the Union should again cement themselves as one of the best teams in the league, and against a mid-tier Crew side, they should have success at home.

From M Daniel Gazdag, who had 22 goals last season, to star GK Andre Blake, the Union returned much of their team that was undefeated at home and having won 12 of their 17 matches at Subaru Park.

The Crew should have a talented roster, but the familiarity the Union will come until this game with should help them come out on top. At this price, back the PHILADELPHIA UNION (-140).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 2.5 (-105).

The Union gave up just 26 goals last season with 9 home shutouts. They went over 2.5 in 10 of the 19 home matches, but they’ll be playing a Crew side that defended well for much of the 2022 season. The Crew allowed just 41 goals or 1.21 goals per game.

They also had an incompetent offense on the road, putting up more than 1 expected goals in just 7 of 17 games. Back the UNDER 2.5 (-105).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Houston Dynamo odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. Houston Dynamo odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

To help commence the first weekend of MLS action, FC Cincinnati welcomes the Houston Dynamo to TQL Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Houston Dynamo odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati finished 5th in the Eastern Conference last season, having scored the 2nd-most goals (64) in the conference. They lost to the Philadelphia Union in the conference semifinal. They will be returning both their top goal scorers, F Brandon Vazquez (18) and F Brenner (18).

Houston, on the other hand, had a disappointing campaign, finishing 13th in the West, having 18 losses and a -13 goal differential. They will also be returning their top scorer, F Sebastian Ferreira (13). Houston had 12 losses in 17 road games last season.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Houston Dynamo odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Houston Dynamo +420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Draw +330
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -175 | U: +135)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Houston Dynamo picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 3, Houston Dynamo 2

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

FC Cincinnati finished last season strong, defeating the New York Red Bulls in the first round of the playoffs. Houston, on the other hand, lost 3 of their 6 and 3 of their last 4 road matches.

The odds for this match are justified, especially with FCC at home and having retained most of their talent. Nonetheless, they aren’t worth a play at (-165). Instead, look to the total for better value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER ALTERNATE TOTAL 3.5 (+140).

The Dynamo topped this total in 3 of their last 4 games to end last season, and while that might seem important, the Dynamo didn’t do a ton to address their lacking defense, allowing 1.65 goals per game last season. Those same concerns for their backline should be alive.

FCC also allowed 1.65 per game and didn’t add much firepower on the backline, but both teams kept their key weapons. FCC averaged 1.88 goals per game and scored 15 goals in their last 5 home games to close last season.

Considering both teams returning talent and slacking backlines, back the OVER 3.5 (+140).

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