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MLS: San Jose Earthquakes vs. Real Salt Lake Round of 16 odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s San Jose Earthquakes and Real Salt Lake Round of 16 sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The San Jose Earthquakes and Real Salt Lake square off in a Round of 16 knockout stage game in the MLS is Back Tournament Monday at 8:30 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we analyze the San Jose-Real Salt Lake sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

San Jose Earthquakes vs. Real Salt Lake: Key injuries

San Jose Earthquakes

  • D Marcos Lopez (appendectomy) questionable

Real Salt Lake

  • M Christopher Garcia (non-soccer injury) out
  • GK David Ochoa (thumb) out
  • D Nedem Onuoha (personal) out
  • M Albert Rusnak (hip) questionable

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San Jose Earthquakes vs. Real Salt Lake: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 4:23 a.m. ET.

Prediction

San Jose Earthquakes 1, Real Salt Lake 0

Moneyline (ML)

SAN JOSE (+110) has been rolling along, and is expected to dump Real Salt Lake (+250). The Earthquakes rolled up six goals in Group B stage play, going 2-0-1 with a plus-3 goal differential. RSL limped through Group D play with a win, a draw and a loss, pumping in two goals while conceding two. RSL’s defensive play will it in the match, but the Earthquakes will be able to do enough to bounce Salt Lake from the bubble.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+105) is an attractive play, as Real Salt Lake has played suffocating defense throughout this tournament. RSL’s offense isn’t tremendous, which is a great recipe for Under plays. The past four meetings in this series have each hit the Under, too, including two 1-0 results and a scoreless draw in the previous three.

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Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps, MLS is Back Tournament Live Stream, Schedule, Start Time, TV Channel

MLS is Back Tournament has reached the Knockout Stage, Round of 16. Sporting Kansas City will take on the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Major League Soccer has just wrapped up the Group Stage of ‘The MLS is Back Tournament’, and will now move on to the Knockout Stage, Round of 16.

The tournament champion will qualify for the 2021 CONCACAF Champions League. The Champions League 2020 season is scheduled to resume after the completion of this tournament.

Sporting Kansas City  vs. Vancouver Whitecaps

  • When: Sunday, July 26
  • Time: 11:00 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: FS1
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

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SCHEDULE OF MATCHES

  • July 25-28: Knockout Stage (Round of 16) begins
  • July 30-August 1: Quarterfinals
  • August 5-6: Semifinals
  • August 11: Final

MLS Odds and betting lines

MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds last updated Sunday at 8:45 p.m. ET.

Sporting Kansas City (-295) vs. Vancouver Whitecaps (+800)

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MLS: Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Sporting Kansas City and the Vancouver Whitecaps lock horns Sunday at 11 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout stage game in the MLS is Back Tournament. The match will be played at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Kansas City-Vancouver sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: Key injuries

Sporting Kansas City

  • M Felipe Gutierrez (knee) out
  • D Andreu Fontas (quadriceps) out

Vancouver Whitecaps

  • M Janio Bikel (adductor) out
  • D Erik Godoy (quadriceps) out

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Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Sporting Kansas City 4, Vancouver Whitecaps 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPORTING KANSAS CITY (-200) is a bit expensive at this price, but there is no way they’re falling to the Whitecaps (+475). SKC has posted a 4-0-1 mark over their past five meetings with Vancouver across all competitions, outscoring the ‘Caps by a 17-3 margin. Sporting has posted at least three goals in four of those outings, including a 3-1 win before the pause button was pressed back on March 1. In addition, betting SPORTING KC TO WIN AND BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (+180) is a very nice value as well.

A winning $10 wager on Sporting Kansas City (-200) to win outright nets a profit of $5. A $10 wager on Vancouver (+475) to win would net a profit of $47.50, while a Draw or Tie (+375) would fetch a $37.50 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 3.5 (+135) should be a pretty solid value here on the alternate line, as Sporting Kansas City has the offensive firepower to take care of the total all on their own. As mentioned above, they have netted at least three goals in four of the previous five meetings against Vancouver.

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MLS: Toronto FC vs. New York City FC odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s Toronto FC vs. New York City FC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Toronto FC and New York City FC battle Sunday at 8:30 p.m. ET in a Round of 16 knockout stage game at the MLS is Back Tournament. The match will be played in the bubble at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. We analyze the Toronto-New York sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Toronto FC vs. New York City FC: Key injuries

Toronto FC

  • M Ifunanyachi Achara (knee) out
  • D Justin Morrow (Achilles) out
  • M Jonathan Osorio (quadriceps) questionable

New York City FC

  • M Gedion Zelalem (knee) out
  • M Max Moralez (quad) out

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

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:15 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Toronto FC 3, New York City 1

Moneyline (ML)

TORONTO FC (+125) went unbeaten in Group C play, winning a match and picking up two draws. They managed to net six goals with a plus-1 goal differential, just edging out New England for the top spot in the group.

Toronto’s firepower on offense will get them past NYCFC (+195).  They ended up third in Group A, scoring just two goals with a minus-2 goal differential.

A winning $10 wager on Toronto FC (+125) to win outright nets a profit of $12.50. A $10 wager on New York City FC (+195) to win would net $19.50, while a Draw or Tie (+275) would fetch a $27.50 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-167) looks pretty tasty here, mainly based upon Toronto’s wide-open style of play. TFC averaged two goals per game in the group stage while yielding 1.67. If those trends continue, we’ll see at least three total goals. NYCFC’s struggling offense is the biggest concern here, but they should find a little more success against Toronto.

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MLS: Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Philadelphia Union at New England Revolution sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

Philadelphia Union tangles with the New England Revolution Saturday at 10:30 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 Philadelphia-New England sports betting odds and lines at BetMGM, while providing MLS betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution: Key injuries

Philadelphia Union

  • F Cory Burke (travel restrictions) out
  • F Andrew Wooten (leg) questionable

New England Revolution

  • M Luis Caicedo (knee) out
  • M Carles Gil (foot) questionable

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Philadelphia Union vs. New England Revolution: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Philadelphia Union 1, New England Revolution 0

Moneyline (ML)

PHILADELPHIA UNION (+150) is coming off a spirited 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC last time out. They’re considered one of the favorites to win this entire thing, and their most difficult matchup of the knockout stages might be right here against the New England Revolution (+150). The books are pricing this one as a coin flip, with the Draw (+260) also available if there is a tie after full time.

I am feeling the Doopers, however. Philly looked good in scratching out four goals in group play while allowing just two. They edged Inter Miami CF in a great opening game to get their juices flowing, and the Orlando match showed a lot as they netted seven out of a possible nine points in group play.

New England’s defense clamped down, yielding only one goal in three group matches, but they scored just two. The Union have more offense and that will be the difference here. Philly is 4-0-1 in the previous five battles with the Revs.

A winning $10 wager on either Philadelphia Union (+150) or New England Revolution (+150) to win outright nets a profit of $15. A $10 wager on Draw or Tie (+260) would fetch a $26 profit.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 2.5 (+115) is your best bet. The Revs have looked like they’re shooting into a hockey net rather than a soccer net, and their defense is in lockdown mode. Philly is also stout defensively, so goals should be at a premium here.

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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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Houston Dynamo vs. LA Galaxy, MLS is Back Tournament Live Stream, Schedule, Start Time, TV Channel

MLS is Back Tournament is going strong, tonight we have the Houston Dynamo versus the LA Galaxy, stream the tournament here!

Major League Soccer is making its return this week with ‘The MLS is Back Tournament’, which is a one-off tournament that the MLS has decided to move forward with despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

The tournament champion will qualify for the 2021 CONCACAF Champions League. The Champions League 2020 season is scheduled to resume after the completion of this tournament.

Houston Dynamo (+135) vs. LA Galaxy (+170)

  • When: Thursday, July 23
  • Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: FS1, TUDN, FOX Deportes
  • Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Below you will find the schedule details of the tournament that will last roughly around a month with the Semifinals and Final in August.

SCHEDULE OF MATCHES

  • July 8: Group Stage begins
  • July 25-28: Knockout Stage (Round of 16) begins
  • July 30-August 1: Quarterfinals
  • August 5-6: Semifinals
  • August 11: Final

MLS Odds and betting lines

Odds via BetMGM Sportsbook, las updated Thursday at 7:00 p.m. ET.

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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: LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The LA Galaxy (0 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws) wrap up their MLS is Back Tournament schedule Thursday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla., against the Houston Dynamo (0-1-1). We look at the MLS odds and lines and make our picks and best bets for the Group F matchup between LA Galaxy and Houston Dynamo.

LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo: Key injuries

LA Galaxy

  • D Danilo Acosta (knee) out
  • M Jonathan dos Santos (groin) out
  • M Kai Koreniuk (hamstring) questionable

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

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Houston Dynamo 4, LA Galaxy 1

Moneyline (ML)

The LA Galaxy (+170) have been eliminated from the MLS is Back Tournament following losses to the Portland Timbers and Los Angeles FC. The DYNAMO (+130) sit third in Group F and will be hard-pressed to overtake LAFC for the second seed. The Galaxy lost to Portland and tied LAFC.

The Galaxy have scored three goals through two games with eight allowed. Their minus-5 goal differential ranks last of all the teams in the tournament. Houston has scored four times with five goals allowed for a more respectable minus-1 differential. Look for the Dynamo to take plenty of chances on offense while not only trailing LAFC by three points but also by a five-goal differential.

HOUSTON (+130) will ultimately come up short in its push for the knockout stage, but it is the team to back in this matchup with plenty of value.

Over/Under (O/U)

The Galaxy have given up four goals per game to start the tournament with the injuries to Acosta and dos Santos proving severely detrimental. Houston will add to those defensive woes – it scored a total of four times through two games. Expect Houston to go all out in what’s likely its final game of the tournament.

Take the OVER 3.5 (-121) as the favored side of the 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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