MLS predictions: 17/08-19/08

New England Revolution vs Los Angeles

At the moment, the visitors seem to have a slight edge on the field. Los Angeles has secured significantly more points in recent matches compared to their opponent. However, New England at home is a formidable force, as the team is capable of playing defensively. The teams do not meet often in the MLS, so we can expect cautious football. The opponents will likely try to feel each other out, which leads us to think of a low-scoring scenario.

Match Prediction for New England Revolution vs Los Angeles: Total under 3 goals

Charlotte vs Real Salt Lake

In the last MLS match, the hosts outplayed the formidable Cincinnati, which could serve as a certain emotional boost. It's important to understand that Charlotte is strong in attack, and their strengths become even more effective at home. The opponent, in turn, is also in good form and continues to fight for the playoffs. The fate of the match should be decided by Charlotte, as their actions often pave the way for aggressive football. We believe that the hosts will definitely score, but the visitors will also have their chances. We think we are in for a classic scenario.

Match Prediction for Charlotte vs Real Salt Lake: Both teams to score

Orlando City vs Sporting Kansas City

The hosts are on a winning streak, one of which includes a victory over the formidable Inter Miami. Orlando is aggressive but maintains a certain balance and can play according to the opponent. Sporting, on the other hand, has not found its footing, the team is just playing out the season and has only slim chances for the playoffs. The result of the match seems obvious, as the visitors make too many mistakes and also have an unstable attack. Orlando has the advantage in class and should not allow themselves to drop points.

Match Prediction for Orlando City vs Sporting Kansas City: Home win with a handicap (-1)

Montreal Impact vs DC United

The visitors are on a losing streak, which is not surprising. The team has not found stability and has been losing to everyone in recent months. Away games for DC usually end disastrously, as the team is one of the worst in the league in this regard. Montreal, in turn, is not much different from the opponent and occupies the last place in the MLS for home performance. The match looks ambiguous, as both clubs are in poor form. We anticipate certain problems with the organization of football, which means a low-scoring scenario is very likely. For example, DC United rarely delights fans with more than one goal.

Match Prediction for Montreal Impact vs DC United: Total under 3 goals

Inter Miami vs Los Angeles Galaxy

A clash between teams from opposite ends of the table. Inter Miami still aims for a high position, while Los Angeles is wrapping up the season without any aspirations. Both opponents suffered defeats in their recent MLS games, but the motivation and class are clearly on Inter's side. The star-studded team must secure the maximum points in front of their fans, or risk losing their respect. For us, the choice is obvious.

Match Prediction for Inter Miami vs Los Angeles Galaxy: Home Win

Toronto vs Columbus Crew

The match will be challenging for the Canadians. Columbus has won 7 of the last 8 head-to-head encounters, and they likely have no other plans for this game. The visitors had a long break, while Toronto struggled to a draw with Philadelphia. Crew is justifiably favored in this event, as it's unclear how the opponent could surprise them. Toronto lacks stability and is unlikely to deliver a second consecutive quality match.

Match Prediction for Toronto vs Columbus Crew: Away Win

New York Red Bulls vs Philadelphia Union

The "Red Bulls" will try to stop the conference leader in front of their fans, but it will be extremely difficult. Philadelphia is certainly on a roll and hasn't tasted defeat in a while. Union also holds a long-term head-to-head advantage, and in July of this year, the club confidently defeated the opponent (2:0). In this case, we urge attention to the scoring: only one head-to-head in the last 4 years ended with a high-scoring scenario. The teams are capable of playing a closed game again, mainly depending on New York, which will surely try to minimize mistakes.

Match Prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Philadelphia Union: Total Under 3 Goals

Austin vs Dallas

The hosts have only two losses in their last 10 games and boast one of the best defenses in the league. Dallas, the 4th best away team in the conference, will visit. We expect aggressive football, as Dallas must set the tone. The club regularly scores and often concedes, a scenario that frequently occurs with Austin as well, with the last three head-to-heads featuring goal exchanges. For us, the choice is clear.

Match Prediction for Austin vs Dallas: Both Teams to Score

Chicago Fire vs St. Louis City

Both teams are in good form: Chicago is unbeaten in 4 matches, and St. Louis recently overcame the formidable Nashville. It's important to understand that an attacking match awaits us, as it's always the case with Chicago, especially on their home turf. We expect end-to-end football with plenty of chances, where finishing will take center stage. We're betting on a high-scoring scenario.

Match Prediction for Chicago Fire vs Saint Louis City: Total Over 3 Goals

Minnesota United vs Seattle Sounders

The hosts are on a losing streak and need to find a way to turn things around. Seattle, on the other hand, has been on a winning streak in recent weeks. It's important to note that Minnesota is strong at home, and they already defeated their opponent in June (3:2). At this point, United needs to pull themselves together and win, while the Sounders will have their chance, as the club is holding a high position in the standings. It's possible that the fate of the match could be decided by just one goal.

Match Prediction for Minnesota United vs Seattle Sounders: Home Win

Colorado Rapids vs Atlanta United

The hosts are still fighting for a playoff spot, while Atlanta has almost lost their chances to continue the season. Both teams are in moderate form, which makes the final result all the more intriguing. In this match, we recommend paying attention to their head-to-head encounters, where there is a clear trend that one of the clubs fails to score. This scenario has occurred in all five of their meetings.

Match Prediction for Colorado Rapids vs Atlanta United: At Least One Team Will Fail to Score

Portland Timbers vs Cincinnati

The opponents are a significant force in their respective conferences, but both are currently on losing streaks. The match is quite difficult to predict, as it's unclear what to expect. A likely scenario is both teams scoring, with few other options available. The teams are not in optimal form and are likely to make mistakes, but their attacking capabilities are not in doubt.

Match Prediction for Portland Timbers vs Cincinnati: Both Teams to Score

New York City vs Nashville

The hosts have won eight out of eleven matches at home. The "Citizens" are a purely home team. Nashville, on the other hand, doesn't care where they play. The visitors know how to attack, as they have proven many times. Their head-to-head meetings mostly feature high-scoring scenarios, and there's no reason to deviate from that in the upcoming battle. Both teams should score, and reaching the required total shouldn't be difficult.

Match Prediction for New York City vs Nashville: Total Over 2.5 Goals

San Jose Earthquakes vs San Diego Zest

The hosts surprised many by defeating the formidable Vancouver at home in their last match. However, they may not have enough for a second consecutive quality performance, especially against the aggressive San Diego, who respect no one. The visitors are on a winning streak and hold a high position in the conference, preparing to enter the playoffs. If Zest...implements the game plan or at least 60 percent of it, the opponent will have little chance. The clubs' potentials are incomparable.

Match Prediction for San Jose Earthquakes vs San Diego Zest: Victory for the Visitors

Vancouver Whitecaps vs Houston Dynamo

This is the second encounter between the teams this season, with Vancouver confidently winning the first away match (3:0). The hosts are now obliged to win, as they lost to San Jose in the last round. The opponent, on the other hand, is extremely unstable and performs poorly on the road. It will be tough for Houston against the balanced Canadians.

Match Prediction for Vancouver Whitecaps vs Houston Dynamo: Home Win