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D.C. United at Nashville SC odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s D.C. United at Nashville SC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of four MLS games Sunday, D.C. United (8 wins, 7 losses, 3 draws) travel south to take on Nashville SC (6-2-10) at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Coming into this match with the most ties in MLS, Nashville has played the majority of its games at home and is yet to lose at Nissan Stadium. However, Nashville has yet to win on the road as well.

Nashville is coming off a 2-1 road loss to Inter Miami CF Aug. 8 while D.C. United is surging.

United took down CF and the Columbus Crew in their last two games and are unbeaten across their last five games, having climbed the table all the way to sixth place in the Eastern Conference.

D.C. United vs. Nashville SC: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:55 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: D.C. United +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Nashville SC +115 (bet $100 to win $155) | Draw +210
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +120 | U: -160)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 2, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” on NASHVILLE SC (+115) as it’s just a different team at home and has won six of 11 matches at Nissan Stadium. Along those lines, United has lost five of 10 matches on the road.

Twenty-six-year-old MF Hany Mukhtar has been the star of the season for Nashville SC. Even without D Walker Zimmerman, Nashville should be fine as United may be without up to six players.

Nashville has been dominant at home, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see them come out on top again. Without its top defender, put just half a unit on Nashville.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (+120) as both these teams have a balanced scoring attack. As Nashville is without its All-Star defender, expect United to get on the board at least once.

However, Nashville’s attack should be able to carry it to victory. Nashville scored 26 goals in 18 matches. United has scored 27 goals in 18 matches. These two teams have lethal attacking players.

Nashville hit the Over in four of its last seven matches while United played to the Over in six of their last eight. Expect at least 3 goals to be netted Sunday.

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Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of the seven MLS games Saturday, Colorado Rapids (8 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws) travel further south to take on Houston Dynamo (3-6-9) at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids are sitting in fourth place in the Western Conference.

Having played two fewer games than all three teams higher than them yet only down respectively four, five and six points, this match will have massive implications.

They’ll be taking on the 11th-ranked Dynamo.

However, while their record is ugly, Houston has yet to lose at home, winning three of their seven home matches. That said, Houston also hasn’t won since May 22. So they’ve been struggling to get the job done as of late.

Colorado Rapids vs. Houston Dynamo: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Colorado Rapids +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Houston Dynamo +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +230
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Houston Dynamo 1, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” on the DRAW +230 as the best value on the money line. As noted before, the Dynamo have yet to lose at home. The Dynamo are averaging almost two points per game in front of their home crowd.

While they haven’t won in months, they have drawn three of their last five and have drawn four of seven at home. Houston has the most draws in the conference.

The Rapids have drawn three of their last seven. With neither team being a great money line value, the draw is the best bet but just for half a unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET to the UNDER 2.5 (-120) as the Rapids have the second-best defense in the West. They’ve allowed just a goal per game. The only team with a better opponent’s goals per game is Seattle.

As for Houston, they’ve given up 25 goals in 18 games. There isn’t a top-16 scorer in this game as Houston F Maximiliano Urruti has the most goals of any competing.

Both teams have had four of their last five games go Under 2.5 goals, so I’d expect them to combine for less than three. This is the best value of the entire game.

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New England Revolution vs. Toronto FC odds, picks and prediction

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

In one of seven MLS games on Saturday, New England Revolution (12 wins, 3 losses, 4 draws) travel further south to take on Toronto FC (3-9-6) at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the New England Revolution vs. Toronto FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

This match will feature the best team in the East against the worst. Currently, in first place, the Revolution have been rolling lately.

They’re unbeaten in their last six, having won five of them. Oddly enough, their last loss was to Toronto FC. The Revolution have the most goals in the MLS, led by Argentinian F Gustavo Bou, who has 11.

As for Toronto FC, they have 23 goals on the season with 16 of them being by a different player. That said, despite sitting at the bottom of the conference, they’ve lost just one of their last seven games.

New England Revolution vs. Toronto FC: Odds, picks and predictions

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

  • Money line: New England Revolution +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Toronto FC +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -180 | U: +135)

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Prediction

New England Revolution 3, Toronto FC 1

Money line (ML)

BET on NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION (+150) despite them being away from their home field. Taking to the road actually gives favorable odds for New England.

They’ve recently brought back all their Gold Cup players including starting GK Matt Turner. Having won the bulk of their games and being red hot as of late, I’d expect the Revolution to once again handle business.

Even on the road, New England has won five of 10 matches. As for Toronto, they’re not much better at home, losing seven of 10, although that should be discounted for them not actually playing in Canada for most of the season.

New England attack should prevail against the worst defenses in the league. I wouldn’t expect Toronto to put up three goals on a New England side that has given up 22 in 19 matches this season.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the OVER 2.5 (-180) although the value isn’t great. Given Toronto’s defensive woes all season long, betting the Over 3.5 (+135) could also be an interesting play. The odds at 3.5 are the exact same just flipped.

The last time these two teams met, the final score was 3-2 Toronto. Toronto has, by far, the worst defense in the East. They’ve allowed 38 goals in 18 matches. No other team has topped 30.

They’ve scored, and their scoring is diverse. Along with a dynamic New England offense, expect a plethora of goals in this match. The Over 2.5 should be an easy bet with 3.5 being a riskier option.

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Vancouver Whitecaps at San Jose Earthquakes odds, picks and prediction

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

The Vancouver Whitecaps (3 wins, 7 losses, 7 draws) visit the San Jose Earthquakes (5-7-6) at PayPal Park Friday. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Vancouver Whitecaps vs. San Jose Earthquakes odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

San Jose hasn’t been great at home this season, recording just three wins through eight matches; however, Vancouver has been even worse on the road where it has yet to win.

For the Earthquakes, their struggles have been on their backline, having allowed 27 goals across 18 matches. In a change of pace, they are unbeaten in their last seven games, so they’ll be the ones coming in with the momentum.

As for Vancouver, it’ll be traveling south from its temporary Utah home. The Whitecaps are unbeaten in their last five outings and have drawn four straight matches.

Vancouver Whitecaps at San Jose Earthquakes: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:25 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: San Jose Earthquakes -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Vancouver Whitecaps +420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -125 | U: -105)

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Prediction

San Jose Earthquakes 1, Vancouver Whitecaps 1

Money line (ML)

BET the DRAW (+280) as the best value on the money line. Both teams have played to an abundance of draws over their last six or seven matches.

Vancouver drew five of its last seven games and has more draws than losses on the road. San Jose, having beaten the Seattle Sounders and LAFC recently, played to a 1-1 draw with the Houston Dynamo as well. The Earthquakes drew four of their last six games.

With just five points and an extra game to San Jose splitting the two in the standing, the level of talent is relatively the same. Bet on the Draw for one unit as both teams have played to the level of their opponent lately.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (-105) as the better value on the total. Scoring has been a problem for both sides but so has defending.

Vancouver has 19 goals yet has given up 28 through 17 matches. San Jose is a similar story, scoring 21 and giving up 27. Vancouver hit the Under in just two of its last four games.

San Jose played to the Under 2.5 in four of its last six matches. All four ended in a 1-1 draw. With the home team looking to be the possession-dominant side, expect this one to finish 1-1.

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Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami CF odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami FC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of six MLS games Sunday, Nashville SC (6 wins, 1 loss, 10 draws) travel south to take on Inter Miami CF (3-8-4) at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami CF odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Nashville SC enters this match leading the league in draws. Another note about Nashville SC is that they are also tied with the Chicago Fire with the most home matches in the Eastern Conference, so they’ll have to hit the road consistently over the season’s second half.

With 25 goals in 17 matches, Nashville is led by M Hany Mukhtar. He’ll have to help keep up with the dynamic Higuain brothers on the other side of the pitch.

F Gonzalo Higuain and F Federico Higuain have led a disappointing Inter Miami CF. Inter has won just one in eight home matches, having actually been better on the road this season.

Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami CF: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:17 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Nashville SC +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Inter Miami CF +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Draw +200
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +135 | U: -180)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 2, Inter Miami CF 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to NASHVILLE SC (+165) as Inter Miami CF has struggled at home.

Nashville has one of the best defenses in the MLS, giving up under a goal per game. Inter will catch a break as D Walker Zimmerman will be out.

However, D Joevin Jones, who has ten appearances for Miami, will also be sidelined. Inter Miami already has one of the worst defenses in the East, having given up 25 goals.

Given Miami’s struggles, it should be Nashville SC who comes out on top.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (+135) as Inter Miami FC’s offense has come alive as of late. Combine that with their horrible defense and this match should have at least three shots in the back of the net.

The Inter Over has hit in three of their last six matches. As for Nashville, their Over has also hit in three of their last six. On the plus-money value, this is a solid bet.

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Philadelphia Union at New England Revolution odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In a clash between two of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia Union (7 wins, 4 losses, 7 draws) travel north to take on New England Revolution (11-3-4) at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

With all players back from Gold Cup and Olympic action both teams should be at full strength. Following the return of several players, the Revolution drew Nashville. They’ve won four of their last five.

The Union are 2-1-2 in their last five. They are coming off a strong midweek performance against Toronto FC that they won 3-0.

The Union have welcomed back many players over the last few weeks that were in action with the Jamaican National Team and have returned to their standard of play with them in the lineup.

Philadelphia Union 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 11:01 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: New England Revolution -120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Philadelphia Union +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -160 | U: +120)

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Prediction

New England Revolution 2, Philadelphia Union 1

Money line (ML)

BET on NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION (-120) as they’ve been dominant at home this season. New England has won six of eight home games.

Flip the sides, and the Union really haven’t played well on the road this season. They’ve managed to get draws often, but they’ve won just two of nine on the road.

Additionally, the Revolution are playing very well as of late and they should be able to get the job done. The two sides drew 1-1 in Philadelphia earlier in the season.

The only match the Revolution have played against a top-three team in the East they won. I expect another strong showing from the side currently sitting atop the conference.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the OVER 2.5 (-160) as New England has the best offense in the MLS and Philadelphia is also rolling. The Union put three in the back of the net against a conference-worst Toronto defense.

The Over has hit in three of the Union’s last five matches. While they typically have a strong defense it doesn’t always hold up against better sides which was shown as they lost 2-1 to Orlando City.

The Revolution and their opponent have combined for 2 or more goals in eight of their last 10 matches. They’re tied with Sporting KC for the most goals in the MLS.

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Sporting Kansas City at Colorado Rapids odds, picks and prediction

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

In one of a slew of MLS games Saturday, Sporting Kansas City (10 wins, 4 losses, 3 draws) visit the Colorado Rapids (8-4-3). The match is set to kick off at 9 p.m. ET and will be held at DSG Park. Below, we preview the Sporting Kansas City vs. Colorado Rapids odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Sporting Kansas City is coming off a dominant victory over Los Angeles FC. Sporting has beaten both LAFC and the Seattle Sounders in its last three games; however, it also lost to FC Dallas within that span.

After the Sounders’ recent collapse, Sporting has taken over the top spot in the Western Conference. It’ll be taking on another playoff-contending side in fourth-place Colorado.

The Rapids are coming off a victory over Austin FC and have won three of their last five games.

Sporting Kansas City at Colorado Rapids: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:50 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Sporting Kansas City +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Colorado Rapids +115 (bet $100 to win +115) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -155 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Sporting Kansas City 2, Colorado Rapids 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to SPORTING KANSAS CITY (+210) as it has been rolling of late.

Taking down a Carlos Vella-led LAFC is no joke, and it did it with ease. Sporting KC has an elite attack, averaging almost 2 goals per game and has scored 11 goals over its last five matches.

Led by F Dániel Sallói, who is tied with the second-most goals in MLS, Sporting KC should continue its role, and as a plus-money bet, it’s the best value on the money line.

Sporting also downed Colorado 3-1 when they last met in June. KC is 5-3-0 on the road as well. Combine it all, and it’s the better bet.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET the OVER 2.5 (-155) as the best value in this match. Sporting KC has scored 33 goals on the season.

Colorado also has a great attack, scoring 22 goals through 15 matches. Led by F Michael Barrios with 4 goals, the Rapids hit the Over in half of their last 12 matches.

As for Sporting KC, over 2.5 hit in nine of their last 12 games. Combined, both sides have nine clean sheets in 32 matches. I wouldn’t expect either to get one Saturday.

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Orlando City SC at FC Cincinnati odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Orlando City SC at FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of many MLS games Saturday, Orlando City SC (8 wins, 4 losses, 5 draws) travel north to take on FC Cincinnati (3-7-6) at TQL Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Orlando City SC vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Having added a couple of defenders in the last week, FC Cincinnati is looking to improve where it’s weakest. Hopefully, it will help its fortune as well as it hasn’t won June 26.

Cincinnati has drawn its last two matches. At home yet again, FCC has yet to win at its brand-new stadium. It’ll get a tough matchup this time as well with the second-ranked team in the Eastern Conference coming to Cincinnati.

Orlando City, led by F Nani, won two of its last four matches. It has won just three of eight on the road this season.

Orlando City SC vs. FC Cincinnati: Odds, picks and predictions

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

  • Money line: Orlando City SC +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | FC Cincinnati +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +105)

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Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, FC Cincinnati 1

Money line (ML)

BET on ORLANDO CITY SC (+155) as it’s the more-proven side. Well, and the fact FCC has yet to win at home. That certainly doesn’t help anything.

Oh, and add to that FCC just mutually parted ways with its general manager. While it added a few defenders, there’s no telling if they’ll up to speed for this game.

On the other side of the field, an experienced Nani will be looking to break down the second-worst defense in the East. Given FCC’s internal struggles and inability to get results at home, expect Orlando to come out on top.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-140) as Orlando City’s defense has also struggled.

It has given up 22 goals through 17 matches which is the worst of any team in playoff contention. Orlando ranks fifth in goals and seventh in shots on target.

With FCC is in the bottom 10 in save percentage, there’s no reason at least 3 goals shouldn’t be netted in this one. FCC hit the Over in three of its last six matches while Orlando City’s hit the Over in nine of its last 11.

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Nashville SC at New England Revolution odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Nashville SC at New England Revolution odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of 12 MLS games Wednesday night, Nashville SC (6 wins, 1 loss, 9 draws) travels to take on the New England Revolution (11-3-3) at Gillette Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Nashville SC at New England Revolution odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

With the CONCACAF Gold Cup finished, MLS clubs will return to full strength. New England will be thankful as that means GK Matt Turner returns to action. With 11 wins on the season, New England is, by far, leading the Eastern Conference.

However, the Revolution get one of their toughest tests yet in a Nashville team that has just one loss through16 matches.

Nashville has allowed just 15 goals through 16 games, partially due to All-Star D Walker Zimmerman. After picking up an injury in international play, it doesn’t appear as though Zimmerman will play against the Revolution, a huge loss for the road side.

Nashville SC at 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 4:05 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Nashville SC +330 (bet $100 to win $330) | New England Revolution -133 (bet $133 to win $100) | Draw +270
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -133 | U: +100)

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Prediction

New England 2, Nashville 1

Money line (ML)

BET on NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION (-133) as they’re the most talented team in the East.

On top of that, they’ve won six of their seven home matches, so they play well at Gillette. Nashville has played a league-high 11 matches at home and has yet to win on the road.

With Zimmerman out, I’d expect the Revolution to be able to break down that Nashville backline. Revolution F Gustavo Bou and F Adam Buksa both rank in the top 10 in goals scored.

New England’s offense is that good and should propel it to victory Wednesday night. The Revolution won each of their last four matches.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET the OVER 2.5 (-133) as, on paper, this is the best offense in the East against the best defense. The lack of an All-Star defender will hurt Nashville enough to make it susceptible to an elite New England attack.

Nashville hit the Over in three of its last five matches while New England played to the Over 2.5 goals in eight of its last nine games.

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D.C. United at Columbus Crew odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s D.C. United at Columbus Crew odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of 12 MLS games Wednesday night, D.C. United (6 wins, 7 losses, 3 draws) travel to take on the Columbus Crew (6-4-6) at Lower.com Field. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

With all the CONCACAF Gold Cup players back, both sides can look to return to their early-season form.

For the Crew, that means the return of F Gyasi Zardes. He scored 4 goals across his final five MLS matches before scoring twice in six Gold Cup appearances.

The Crew need his help as they were destroyed by NYCFC in their last outing. That said, they aren’t the only side that will have a key player return, as M Paul Arriola will be back for United.

Coming off a 0-0 draw with FC Cincinnati despite being shown two red cards, United will have the chance to jump into the Eastern Conference’s top-seven teams with a win or a draw and a CF Montreal loss.

D.C. United 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 1:30 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: D.C. United +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Columbus Crew +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Draw +200
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +125 | U: -170)

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Prediction

Columbus Crew 1, D.C. United 0

Money line (ML)

BET on the COLUMBUS CREW (+125) as the best value on the money line. It’s less of a bet on the Crew and more of a bet on just how awful United has been on the road this season.

United has lost five of nine road matches. On top of that, the Crew have won four of seven in front of their home crowd.

The Crew won two of their last four games and their defense has been the main reason for the success. After a brutal road loss, I expect them to bounce back at home.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (-170) although the cost is a bit steep.

Neither team ranks in the top 10 in MLS in goals. Even with Arriola and Zardes back, it’s unlikely they put in a full 90 minutes after both getting extensive time with the USMNT.

The Crew hit the Under in five of their last nine matches. United played to the Under in each of their last two matches as they’ve struggled to consistently score. They had just 5 shots on target in their last two games.

The Under is the better play but, at these odds, place only half a unit on it.

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