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Colorado Rapids at San Jose Earthquakes odds, picks and prediction

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

The Colorado Rapids (11 wins, 4 losses, 5 draws) visit the San Jose Earthquakes (6-7-8) Saturday at PayPal Park. Kickoff is set for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. San Jose Earthquakes odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Earthquakes are welcoming the Rapids after a quality road victory over the LA Galaxy. They’ve been a fortress of late and haven’t lost since June 26. They’re 3-0-7 over their last 10 matches.

San Jose is just 3-4-3 at home, though. Colorado is entering the game with a 5-3-2 road record. The Rapids haven’t lost since late July and have won four of their last six games.

Colorado Rapids at San Jose Earthquakes odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: San Jose Earthquakes +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Colorado Rapids +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +105)

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Prediction

Colorado Rapids 1, San Jose Earthquakes 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+250) as the best value.

San Jose has a couple of odd wins this season over the Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy. Outside of the playoff picture as of now, the Earthquakes also clearly aren’t a top-tier side.

Over their last 10 matches, they’ve played extremely well but still managed a draw in six of them. The Rapids have also drawn two of their last five outings.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+105) as both sides haven’t been scoring much lately.

The Rapids also have one of the better defenses in MLS. They’ve given up the second-fewest goals in the Western Conference and the Under hit in three of their last six matches.

San Jose has given up a little over a goal per game as well. Recently, the Earthquakes have been in mainly low-scoring games as seven of their last nine totaled fewer than 3 goals.

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New York City FC at Nashville SC odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s New York City FC at Nashville SC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of four MLS matches Friday, New York City FC (10 wins, 6 losses, 4 draws) travel south to take on Nashville SC (8-2-11) at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the New York City FC vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

After a quality 2-0 home victory against the top-ranked New England Revolution, New York City FC takes to the road. It lost its last road game to the Philadelphia Union Aug. 18.

NYCFC enters Friday fourth in the Eastern Conference. However, it’s just 2-4-3 on the road. It takes on third place Nashville, a side with the most draws in MLS.

Having played 13 of 21 games at home, Nashville is yet to lose at Nissan Stadium. With D Walker Zimmerman still sidelined, Nashville will be down a key piece in the backline.

New York City FC at Nashville SC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at noon ET.

  • Money line: New York City FC +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Nashville SC +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Draw +210
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -145)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 1, New York City FC 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+210) as both teams have shown enough competence to not bet against. As noted, Nashville has the most draws in the league and has six in 13 home matches.

The key Eastern Conference battle could easily end 1-1. Both teams have 34 or more goals scored but have allowed just under a goal per game.

Expect both sides to break through at least once. This will be the first time both teams meet this season with Nashville 1-0-2 against the top two teams in the East.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-145) as both teams are healthy and competitive. Despite Zimmerman being sidelined, Nashville SC has defended well.

It has allowed just 6 goals over its last eight games and the Under hit in four of the last six matches. NYCFC hit the Under 2.5 combined goals in four of its last five matches.

Given both sides are solid defensively, the Under looks like the better value.

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Portland Timbers at Seattle Sounders odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Portland Timbers at Seattle Sounders odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In both side’s first action since the All-Star break, the Portland Timbers (24 points: 7 wins, 10 losses, 3 draws) visit the Seattle Sounders (42: 12-3-6) Sunday at Lumen Field. The match is scheduled to kick off at 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Portland Timbers at Seattle Sounders odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

With Seattle entering the break as the best side in the Western Conference, it will be the team to beat. However, at home, it’ll be easier said than done.

With back-to-back 80th-minute goals against the Columbus Crew prior to the break, Seattle showed its incredible attacking prowess, led by league-leading scorer F Raul Ruidiaz.

Portland will enter having struggled as of late, winning just one in its last six games. One of the six was a 6-2 loss to the Sounders, so these two teams are familiar with each other.

Portland Timbers at Seattle Sounders: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:58 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Seattle Sounders -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Portland Timbers +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Draw +320
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -155 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Sounders 3, Timbers 1

Money line (ML)

BET SOUNDERS (-170) despite their home struggles. The value actually seems pretty solid and is likely aided by the fact that their road record is better than their home one.

The Sounders just have so many weapons with F Will Bruin there as well. While they’ve scored 35 goals on the season, it’s been more about their quality defending.

They’ve given up just 17 goals in 21 games, the lowest amount in the league. With Portland having struggled as of late, expect Seattle to come out on top.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-155) as it has tremendous value.

The Seattle offense was absolutely unstoppable the last time it faced Portland, rolling to a 6-2 victory. As for the Timbers, four of their last six matches have had at least 4 goals.

A winning bet here only needs 3 goals, which is clearly a solid play. Add in that Portland has given up 39 goals in 20 games, and it’s likely the Over hits.

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FC Cincinnati at Columbus Crew odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s FC Cincinnati at Columbus Crew odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In the first match since the All-Star break, FC Cincinnati (3 wins, 8 losses, 8 draws) travel north to take on the Columbus Crew (6-9-6) Friday. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET at Lower.com Field. Below, we preview the FC Cincinnati at Columbus Crew odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The matchup, dubbed the “Hell Is Real” rivalry, has typically been won by the Crew, but it’s closer than most would imagine with Columbus just 3-2-3 in the eight matches.

The hatred has stemmed from FC Cincinnati’s USL days in which it was garnering record-breaking attendance numbers. Since joining the MLS, its fortunes haven’t been as great despite building a new stadium.

Behind star M Lucas Zelarayan, the Crew enter as favorites in their recently-built stadium. The Crew are just 4-3-3 at home while FC Cincinnati is shockingly one of the 10 best road teams in the league.

FC Cincinnati at Columbus Crew: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:09 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Columbus Crew -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | FC Cincinnati +370 (bet $100 to win $370) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Columbus Crew 1, FC Cincinnati 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW +250 as the best bet.

In the last four rivalry matches, a draw has been the result twice with the most recent one a tough blow to Cincinnati as Columbus saw a first-half red card. Up 2-0 and up a man, FCC blew the lead.

However, that was at home where Cincinnati is the only team in the MLS that’s yet to win in front of its own fans. On the road is where it has managed its three wins.

Columbus is coming off a difficult home match. Having been up on the Seattle Sounders in the 80th minute, Columbus ended up losing as the Sounders scored twice in the final five minutes.

The confidence isn’t there, and given the differing play of FCC while not at TQL Stadium, the price for the Draw is the one to take.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-120) despite both team’s last showing. FCC gave up four goals on the road to the New England Revolution.

However, in the four games prior, FCC allowed just one goal scored. Its goals against are the second worst in the Eastern Conference, but since the addition of D Geoff Cameron, Cincy has managed to put a competent backline together.

The Under 2.5 has hit for Columbus in four of its last eight games and should’ve hit against the Sounders as well. The Crew average just over a goal per game while giving up 27 in 21 matches.

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FC Cincinnati at New England Revolution odds, picks and prediction

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

In Saturday’s MLS action, FC Cincinnati (3 wins, 7 losses, 8 draws) travel to meet the New England Revolution (14-3-4). Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the FC Cincinnati vs. New England Revolution odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati has been a draw machine lately playing to a scoreless tie in three of the past four while posting a 1-1 draw against Orlando City Aug. 8.

The Revs have rattled off three consecutive victories, and the table toppers in the Eastern Conference have won seven of the past eight matches with one draw.

The last time these squads met, New England scratched out a 1-0 win May 29, in southern Ohio.

FC Cincinnati at New England Revolution: Odds, picks and prediction

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:15 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: FC Cincinnati +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | New England Revolution -260 (bet $260 to win $100) | Draw +400
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -180 | U: +135)

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Prediction

New England Revolution 2, FC Cincinnati 0

Money line (ML)

The New England Revolution (-260) should be able to win this one, but there is no value risking more than two-and-a-half times your potential return. Instead, NEW ENGLAND -1 (+100) is a much more attractive play on the 3-way line.

Over/Under (O/U)

The play is UNDER 2.5 (+135) is a strong value in Foxboro, Mass., Saturday night.

FC Cincinnati’s modus operandi is to slow down play and bore the other side to death with suffocating defense. It works – playing to three scoreless draws in the past four.

However, it won’t work against the first-place Revs. New England will get it done on its home pitch, and it won’t be distracted by the approaching Tropical Storm Henri, which has been the talk of the region.

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New York City FC at New York Red Bulls odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s New York City FC at New York Red Bulls odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In Saturday’s MLS action, New York City FC (9 wins, 6 losses, 4 draws) travel to meet the New York Red Bulls (6-9-4). Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the New York City FC vs. New York Red Bulls odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

New York City FC was tripped up 1-0 on the road by Philadelphia Union last time out on Thursday, snapping a solid 4-0-2 run.

The Red Bulls snapped a seven-match winless skid with a 1-0 win over the Columbus Crew on Thursday night at home.

The last time these sides met, NYCFC pounded the Red Bulls 5-2 Nov. 2. The last time the Red Bulls hosted their metro rivals, they won 1-0 Aug. 21, 2020. In fact, the home side is 4-0 in the previous four meetings, and 5-0-1 across the past six.

New York City FC at New York Red Bulls: Odds, picks and prediction

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:00 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: New York City FC +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | New York Red Bulls +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: -110)

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Prediction

New York Red Bulls 1, New York City FC 0

Money line (ML)

My money is on the NEW YORK RED BULLS (+250). The home side has dominated in this series winning five of the previous six with one draw. The road team just hasn’t been connecting in this budding rivalry.

And these teams could be a little bit distracted with Tropical Storm Henri approaching the area, breaking their focus a bit. Expect a low-scoring, defensive battle between the player disperse to go hunker down ahead of the storm.

Over/Under (O/U)

The play is UNDER 2.5 (-110) is the way to go here.

The Red Bulls have netted a total of three goals across the past four outings, while conceding just five goals.

For NYCFC, they have bagged four goals in the previous four contests while letting in just four across the past seven matches.

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San Jose Earthquakes at LA Galaxy odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s San Jose Earthquakes at LA Galaxy odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In the only MLS match Friday, the San Jose Earthquakes (5 wins, 8 draws, 7 losses) travel south to take on the LA Galaxy (11-2-7). The match will be held at Dignity Health Tennis Center in Los Angeles, Calif. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET.  Below, we preview the San Jose Earthquakes vs. LA Galaxy odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Galaxy are coming off an embarrassing defeat in which they easily could’ve given up several more goals as they ended up losing 2-1 to the Colorado Rapids. Star F Chicharito has been sidelined for several games. They could use him back for this one but he remains unlikely to rejoin the club Friday.

The Earthquakes haven’t lost since the Galaxy beat them in late June. Since then they’ve recorded 7 draws and 2 victories over the Seattle Sounders and LAFC.

The Earthquakes rank ninth in the Western Conference while the Galaxy are in third.

San Jose Earthquakes at LA Galaxy: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:54 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: San Jose Earthquakes +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | LA Galaxy -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +110)

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Prediction

LA Galaxy 1, San Jose Earthquakes 0

Money line (ML)

BET on the LA GALAXY (-125) as they’ve been unstoppable at home. While they are coming off a rough home loss to the Colorado Rapids the Earthquakes are not on the Rapids’ level.

The Galaxy have 11 wins in 20 matches overall and have typically taken care of business at home where they have recorded seven victories in 11 games.

I’d expect them to take of business at home Friday as well.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+110) as the best value on the table.

The Galaxy have scored 31 goals and given up 30 through their 20 games. They looked shaky against Colorado, but as mentioned before the Earthquakes are not on that level.

Both teams have struggled to score lately. The Galaxy Under has hit in three of their last four matches and the Earthquakes Under has come through in seven of their last eight games.

Given those trends, I’d expect the Under to hit here.

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Orlando City SC at Nashville SC odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Orlando City SC at Nashville SC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of many MLS games Wednesday, Orlando City SC (8 wins, 4 losses, 6 draws) visits Nashville SC (7-2-10) at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Orlando City SC vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Nashville is yet again playing at home, where it has played 12 of 19 games this season. Only the Chicago Fire who have played more home games, with 13 of 19 matches at Soldier Field. Unlike Chicago, Nashville has been unstoppable at Nissan Stadium.

It has won seven of 12 home games and tied the other five. Both of Nashville’s losses were on the road; Orlando is 3-3-3 on the road.

With F Nani leading the way, Orlando will try to pull off the upset, especially after drawing its last two matches. It wouldn’t be shocking to see Nani used as a substitute following a full 90-minute performance Thursday in the Leagues Cup.

Orlando City SC at Nashville SC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:10 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Orlando City SC +350 (bet $100 to win $350)  | Nashville SC -133 (bet $133 to win $100) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -115)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 2, Orlando City SC 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to NASHVILLE SC (-133) as it hosts a tired Orlando City side.

As noted, Nani may not start since the 34-year-old played the entire match Thursday in the Leagues Cup. If so, the Orlando attack, as it saw against FC Cincinnati two games back, will be hampered.

Additionally, Nashville has been red hot. It lost just once in the past month and a half and is coming off a 5-2 victory over sixth-place D.C. United Sunday.

Expect another strong showing from Nashville at home.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-115) as both sides have powerful attackers. Orlando should give Nani some time and it took him just a handful of minutes to score against FC Cincinnati in his last MLS outing.

For Nashville, it recently put up 5 goals on United, so its attack is clearly in full force. Nashville hit the Over in its past two games and in five of its last eight.

Orlando City player to the Over in three of its last five matches. Each team has a top-15 goal scorer as well with Nashville having two in the top 15. Combine it all, and the Over is a strong play.

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D.C. United vs. New England Revolution odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s D.C. United at New England Revolution odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of many MLS games Wednesday, D.C. United (8 wins, 8 losses, 3 draws) travel north to take on the New England Revolution (13-3-4) at Gillette Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. New England Revolution odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

New England is coming into this match as the top-ranked Eastern Conference side. The Revolution sit 12 points higher than second-place New York City FC.

With the second-leading goal scorer in MLS, F Gustavo Bou, leading the way, New England will prepare for a tough matchup against a strong United side led by F Ola Kamara, who is tied for third in goals in MLS.

United is sixth in the conference. However, they’re just 2-6-3 on the road, so the success away from home, where they’ve won six of eight games, just hasn’t been there.

D.C. United vs. New England Revolution: Odds, picks and predictions

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

  • Money line: D.C. United +330 (bet $100 to win $330) | New England Revolution -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +110)

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Prediction

New England Revolution 3, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

BET on the NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION -130. They’re 7-1-1 at home.

On a similar note, United is far worse on the road with 18 of their 27 points coming at home.

The Revolution won six of their last seven matches, and there’s no denying they’re the clear and obvious favorite in this one. It’d be shocking to even see a tie.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-145) as both sides have one of the league’s top goal scorers.

Kamara vs. Bou will be thrilling to watch. The two combine for 23 goals, and their teams have thrived due to their attacking prowess.

The Revolution are the top offense in the East with United having the fourth-most goals. Both defenses have also given up more than 20 goals.

The Revolution have combined for 3 or more goals in five of their last six matches. United have a similar story as they hit the Over in each of their last three matches.

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Colorado Rapids at LA Galaxy odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Colorado Rapids at LA Galaxy odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

On the Tuesday MLS slate the Colorado Rapids (9 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws) travel south to take on LA Galaxy (11-6-2) at Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles, CA. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. LA Galaxy odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Galaxy are expected to be down their most lethal attacker with Chichartio’s status up in the air. However, his absence hasn’t matted much as they’ve won three of their last four games.

LA has struggled against the Western Conference’s best this season, losing all three fixtures it has had against the two top sides. This will be its first match against fourth-placed Colorado.

The defensive-minded Rapids will play LA Galaxy in two of their next four games. Colorado has also been hot lately winning three of its last five matches.

Colorado Rapids at LA Galaxy: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated 9:20 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: LA Galaxy +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Colorado Rapids +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -145)

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Prediction

LA Galaxy 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW +250 as both teams are surging, and the Galaxy – who have typically been dominant at home – will be without their main scoring threat.

The Rapids are a quality defensive side that has drawn two of their last six games. The Galaxy also have two draws in their last six matches.

Expect a hard-fought match that ends in a draw as neither side has a drastic advantage in this one.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-145) as the best value in the match.

Colorado is a premier defensive side that has allowed an average of just one goal per game through 17 matches. That mark is good for the second-fewest goals in the West, just one more than the Seattle Sounders.

The Galaxy handle their business in the opposite manner with 30 goals scored in 19 fixtures. They’ve turned those goals in 11 wins although this will be a much greater challenge.

The Galaxy’s last three games have stayed Under the total, and the Under has hit six of the last eight for the Rapids. Combine those two, and despite a lofty price, the Under is still the best option.

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