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MLS: Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Orlando City SC battles the Montreal Impact Saturday at 8 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout match in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Orlando-Montreal sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact: Key injuries

Montreal Impact

  • M Steeven Saba (foot) out
  • M Ballou Tabla (adductor) out

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Orlando City SC vs. Montreal Impact: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 7:50 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Orlando City SC 2, Montreal Impact 1

Moneyline (ML)

ORLANDO CITY SC (+100) is even-money in this one. Who woulda thunk it? Not much was expected of the purple-clad group, even if they are considered the unofficial “home” team in the Central Florida bubble.

They looked championship caliber in the group stages, going 2-0-1 with a plus-3 goal differential. They played a hard-fought 1-1 draw against the Philadelphia Union Tuesday, showing their championship mettle. Montreal (+260), on the other hand, eeked into the Round of 16 despite losses in two of three Group C contests. Momentum is on the side of OCSC.

You can also still bet Draw or Tie (+270), as you’d be a winner after full time, regardless of who would win in extra time or penalty kicks.

A winning $10 wager on Orlando City SC (+100) to win outright nets a profit of $10. A $10 wager on Montreal (+260) to win would net a profit of $26, while a Draw or Tie (+270) would fetch a $27 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-162) is a little on the steep side, but we have seen it before with these two on the same pitch. In fact, five of the past six in this series have seen at least three goals, including an Orlando City 3-0 win in the most recent meeting (June 1, 2019).

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MLS: LAFC vs. Portland Timbers odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s LAFC vs. Portland Timbers sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

LAFC (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) mix it up with the Portland Timbers (2-0-0) Thursday at 10:30 p.m. ET in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. Below, we analyze the LAFC-Portland sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

LAFC vs. Portland Timbers: Key injuries

LAFC

  • F Adama Diomande (foot) questionable
  • F Adrien Perez (hamstring) out
  • D Danilo Silva (hamstring) questionable
  • F Carlos Vela (personal) out

Portland Timbers

  • M Dairon Asprilla (knee) out
  • F Felipe Mora (thigh) questionable

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LAFC vs. Portland Timbers: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 6 a.m. ET.

Prediction

LAFC 3, Portland 2

Moneyline (ML)

Expect LAFC (-167) to put the peddle to the metal, just like when it routed the rival L.A. Galaxy by a 6-2 count last time out. Portland (+400) won each of its first two matches and are sitting pretty atop Group F with an invitation to the Round of 16 already extended. Look for LAFC, which has also qualified for the Round of 16, to finish up group play strong with a three-point night.

A $10 winning wager on LAFC (+167) to win outright nets a profit of $5.99. A $10 wager on Portland (+400) to win would net a profit of $40, while a Draw (+290) would fetch a $29 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 3.5 (+105) is worth some consideration here. LAFC rolled up six goals last time out, and it has nine goals with five conceded through two matches. Portland has scored four and yielded two, and knowing it already advanced, its lack of motivation in the offensive zone is a bit worrisome for Over bettors. Still, LAFC has enough firepower to see this thing across the finish line.

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MLS: Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota United FC odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s Minnesota United FC vs. Colorado Rapids sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Minnesota United FC (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) and the Colorado Rapids (0-2-0) wrap up Group C play on Wednesday at 10:30 p.m. ET in a Western Conference tussle in the MLS is Back Tournament in the bubble at the Wide World of Sports complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla. We analyze the Minnesota-Colorado sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Minnesota United FC vs. Colorado Rapids: Key injuries

Minnesota United FC

  • D Brent Kallman (suspension) out
  • M Kevin Molino (hamstring) questionable
  • D Ike Opara (personal) out

Colorado Rapids

  • D Kortne Ford (knee) out
  • M Jack Price (suspension – red card) out
  • D Danny Wilson (suspension – red card) out

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Minnesota United FC vs. Colorado Rapids: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Minnesota United FC 2, Colorado Rapids 0

Moneyline (ML)

MINNESOTA UNITED FC (+115) is the play here, as Colorado (+200) has had a brutal stay in the bubble and are yet to pick up a point in two matches. In fact, the Rapids have a dismal minus-3 goal differential and enter this match knowing that they’re eliminated from Round of 16 contention, so they’re unlikely to offer a ton of resistance. Meanwhile, Minnesota enters with plenty on the line, including a potential ticket to the Round of 16 and seeding.

A winning $10 wager on Minnesota United FC (+115) returns a net profit of $11.50.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+125) is worth a small-unit play here. The Rapids have struggled mightily on offense in this tournament. While they have conceded five goals, and that’s a bit of a concern, Minnesota has found the back of the net just twice through two matches. In addition, UNDER 2.5 goals has cashed in each of the previous three meetings between these clubs across all competitions, including a pair of 1-0 decisions in the past two matches.

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MLS: Atlanta United FC vs. Columbus Crew SC odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Atlanta United FC vs. Columbus Crew SC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Atlanta United FC (0 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws) and the Columbus Crew SC (2-0-0) meet in Group E action of the MLS is Back Tournament Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the Atlanta-Columbus betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

Atlanta United FC vs. Columbus Crew SC: Key injuries

Atlanta United FC

  • F Josef Martinez (knee) out
  • M Jake Mulraney (suspension – red card) out
  • F J.J. Williams (suspension – red card) out

Columbus Crew SC

  • M Darlington Nagbe (muscle strain) doubtful
  • D Vito Wormgoor (ankle) out

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Atlanta United FC vs. Columbus Crew SC: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

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

Prediction

Columbus Crew SC 2, Atlanta United FC 0

Moneyline (ML)

Atlanta United? More like “Atlanta Disjointed” after this disappointing bubble performance. Atlanta United sits in the basement of Group E, failing to score a goal in its first two games, and is eliminated from Round of 16 contention as a result. Meanwhile, COLUMBUS (+175) has punched its ticket to the knockout stages, so it could elect to power things down a bit. Nagbe is unlikely to feature, as he is nicked and could use the rest. It remains to be seen if Columbus will go with its regular “crew” or if it will play several reserves. Either way, Atlanta is likely to be in a hurry to burst out of this bubble and offer very little in the way of resistance Tuesday, which is par for their course so far.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (-106) is the play. Atlanta has looked disinterested and has really been toothless on offense without star striker Martinez in tow. The Crew have bagged six goals and have yet to concede one, while Atlanta has yet to find the back of the net. This has the makings of a 1-0 or 2-0 match.

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MLS: Toronto FC vs. New England Revolution odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Tuesday’s Toronto FC vs. New England Revolution sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Toronto FC (1-0-1) and the New England Revolution (1-0-1) meet in Group C action of the MLS is Back Tournament Tuesday at 9 a.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. Below, we preview the Toronto-New England betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

Toronto FC vs. New England: Key injuries

Toronto FC

  • M Ifunanyachi Achara (knee) doubtful
  • F Jozy Altidore (quarantine) questionable
  • D/M Justin Morrow (Achilles) questionable
  • M Jonathan Osorio (quadriceps) doubtful

New England

  • M Luis Caicedo (knee) out
  • M Carles Gil (foot) doubtful
  • D/M Michael Mancienne (muscle) questionable

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Toronto FC vs. New England: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

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

Prediction

Toronto 2, New England 1

Moneyline (ML)

TORONTO FC (+125) is the heavy favorite here despite the fact New England (+230) is tied with them atop the Group C table with two wins apiece. Still, Toronto’s offense has been on point, notching six goals through the first two matches.

Of course, they have also yielded five goals, and they match the Revs with a plus-1 goal differential. Needless to say, this will be a hotly contested match, even if the temperatures are a bit on the mild side before the heat of the Central Florida day gets really cranked up.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-150) is the way to go, although it will cost you. TFC is averaging 3.0 goals per match so far in Group C play. New England has conceded just one goal in two matches, but the Revolution haven’t faced an offense as capable as Toronto’s. Look, it won’t be an end-to-end shootout, but we’ll see at least three total goals in this battle for Group C supremacy.

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MLS: Philadelphia Union vs. Orlando City SC odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Philadelphia Union vs. Orlando City SC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Philadelphia Union (2-0-0) and Orlando City SC (2-0-0) meet in Group A action of the MLS is Back Tournament Monday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. Below, we preview the Philadelphia-Orlando City betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

Philadelphia vs. Orlando City: Key injuries

Philadelphia

  • F Cory Burke (travel restrictions) out
  • M Jose Martinez (suspension) out
  • F Sergio Santos (leg) questionable
  • M/F Andrew Wooten (undisclosed) doubtful

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Philadelphia vs. Orlando City: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

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

Prediction

Orlando City SC 1, Philadelphia Union 1

Moneyline (ML)

Philadelphia Union (+150) is the slight favorite here, with surprising Orlando City SC (+170) a tempting play at this price level. Both sides won their first two matches of Group A play and are through to the Round of 16, so don’t be surprised to see each side power down.

Orlando is fairly healthy, with no notable injuries to report; however, Santos is nicked for the Doopers, coming off at the half last time out after playing with a leg injury. It wouldn’t be surprising to see him sit in this one to get fit for the knockout stages.

Neither side is likely to push hard, so a DRAW (+260) play makes sense, and could be rather lucrative, too.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+115) is also rather attractive. Philadelphia’s defense and goalkeeping have been like a brick wall through two in Central Florida, conceding just one goal, while Orlando has allowed just two markers. Both sides are likely to gladly play a defensive slog, and more than two goals would be a major shocker.

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MLS: Seattle Sounders FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC odds, picks and best bets

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

The Seattle Sounders FC (0 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) and Vancouver Whitecaps FC (0-1-0) look to settle their Pacific Northwest squabble in Group B action of the MLS is Back Tournament Sunday at 10:30 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the Seattle-Vancouver betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

Seattle Sounders FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC: Key injuries

Seattle Sounders FC

  • F Will Bruin (ACL) questionable
  • D Yeimar Gomez Andrade (hamstring) doubtful
  • D/M Joevin Jones (abductor) doubtful
  • M Joao Paulo (quadriceps) doubtful

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

  • M Janio Bikel (adductor) out
  • F Lucas Daniel Cavallini (personal) out
  • D Erik Godoy (quadriceps) out
  • GK Bryan Meredith (personal) doubtful
  • F Fredy Montero (personal) out
  • M/D Georges Mukumbilwa (travel restrictions) out
  • F Tosaint Ricketts (personal) out
  • D/M Andy Rose (personal) out

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Seattle Sounders FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

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

Prediction

Seattle Sounders FC 2, Vancouver Whitecaps FC 0

Moneyline (ML)

SEATTLE (-162) is a huge favorite in this one against the banged up and short-handed Vancouver (+425) side. The Sounders look to continue their mastery of the Whitecaps, as Seattle has posted an impressive 4-0-1 mark in the past five meetings vs. Vancouver.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+115) is the direction to look in this Pacific Northwest tussle played in Central Florida. In the past six meetings between these sides, there has been a pair of scoreless draws, Seattle has scored a total of just seven goals and Vancouver has managed to hit the back of the net just once. The Sounders have just one goal so far through two matches in the bubble, so the UNDER is the call.

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MLS Picks: San Jose Earthquakes vs. Chicago Fire FC preview, odds and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s San Jose Earthquakes vs. Chicago Fire FC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The San Jose Earthquakes (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) and Chicago Fire FC (1-0-0) meet in Group B action of the MLS is Back Tournament Sunday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the San Jose-Chicago betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

San Jose vs. Chicago FC: Key injuries

San Jose

  • D Marcos Lopez (appendicitis) out

Chicago FC

  • M Micheal Azira (eye) doubtful
  • D Jeremiah Gutjahr (undisclosed) doubtful
  • D Johan Kappelhof (quadriceps) doubtful

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San Jose vs. Chicago FC: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 6:40 a.m. ET.

Prediction

San Jose 2, Chicago FC 1

Moneyline (ML)

SAN JOSE (+165) is a slight underdog against Chicago FC (+145), but the Earthquakes certainly have enough firepower to outlast anyone. After showing rust in their opening scoreless draw against the Seattle Sounders, the ‘Quakes outlasted the Vancouver Whitecaps 4-3 in a mid-week battle. Chicago picked up a 2-1 win over Seattle earlier in the week, as the Fire started slowly after their initial game against Nashville SC was wiped out. This one is likely for the top spot in the group, and the Earthquakes look to be the best option.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-176) is a bit on the pricy side, but it will be worth it. However, while Over 3.5 (+135) is tempting at a plus number, don’t expect the ‘Quakes to have the same kind of offensive success like they did last time out. Chicago is a lot stingier on defense and it will be a slower go for the Bay Area club.

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MLS Picks: Los Angeles FC vs. LA Galaxy preview, odds and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Los Angeles FC vs. LA Galaxy sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Los Angeles FC (0 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) and the Los Angeles Galaxy (0-1-0) will play their second games in Group F action of the MLS is Back Tournament Saturday at 10:30 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the LAFC-LA Galaxy betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

LAFC played to a wild 3-3 draw against Houston Dynamo in its tourney opener, while the Galaxy were on the short end of a 2-1 score against the Portland Timbers.

LAFC vs. LA Galaxy: Key injuries

LAFC

  • F Adama Diomande (foot) questionable
  • F Adrien Perez (hamstring) out
  • D Danilo da Silva (hamstring) questionable
  • F Carlos Vela (personal) doubtful

LA Galaxy

  • D Danilo Acosta (knee) out
  • M Joe Corona (suspension – red card) out
  • F Jonathan dos Santos (hernia) out
  • M Kai Koreniuk (hamstring) questionable

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LAFC vs. LA Galaxy: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 6:45 a.m. ET.

Prediction

LAFC 3, LA Galaxy 2

Moneyline (ML)

LAFC (-143) might be without Vela, who elected not to travel to the bubble in Central Florida to stay home with his pregnant girlfriend. However, LAFC proved against the Houston Dynamo that it still has plenty of firepower, hitting the back of the net three times. The LA Galaxy (+350) played close to the Portland Timbers last time out, falling 2-1. However, the Galaxy lack the offensive punch to keep up with their crosstown rivals.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 3.5 (+110) is a solid play in this battle of SoCal rivals. Five of the past six head-to-head meetings have seen four or more goals, and both sides have scored at least once in each of the past six. As a result, BACKING YES (-200) ON BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE should also be a sound play.

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MLS Picks: Houston Dynamo vs. Portland Timbers preview, odds and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Houston Dynamo vs. Portland Timbers sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Houston Dynamo (0 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) and the Portland Timbers (1-0-0) will play their second games in Group F action of the MLS is Back Tournament Saturday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the Portland-Houston betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

Houston and LAFC played a wild 3-3 match in their tourney opener, while the Timbers outlasted the LA Galaxy by a 2-1 count in their first appearance in Orlando.

Houston Dynamo vs. Portland Timbers: Key injuries

Houston

  • M Marcelo Palomino (thigh) questionable
  • F Christian Ramirez (personal) out
  • F Michael Salazar (knee) doubtful

Portland

  • M Dairon Asprilla (knee) out
  • M Andres Flores (personal) out
  • F Felipe Mora (thigh) questionable
  • D Dario Zuparic (suspension – red card) out

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Houston Dynamo vs. Portland Timbers: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 6:20 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Portland 3, Houston 1

Moneyline (ML)

PORTLAND (+115) is the play in this one, as Houston (+210) has a terrible defense and shaky goalkeeping. The Dynamo just cannot be trusted. Conversely, the Timbers have locked it down on defense, allowing just one goal to the Galaxy in the group play opener, and they had a clean sheet in their final game before the pause against Nashville. The Timbers are far and away the better club here.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-167) is a slam-dunk play here – O/U 2.5 is the line available at most sportsbooks. However, at BetMGM, you can also hammer OVER 3.5 (+140) at a nice value. Houston’s defensive effort has been so poor during the regular season and in the first game of this tournament, so Portland has the potential to take care of the Over by itself. Betting BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-189) is also worth a small-unit play.

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