MLS predictions: 20/07

New York Red Bulls vs Inter Miami

We are in for an exciting match as the teams will play their second game this season. Inter confidently took the first game on their home turf (4:1). The situation is challenging for the "Red Bulls" as they haven't been showing their best form lately, and the home field won't be an advantage this time. Inter has Lionel Messi, and this factor is almost decisive in the MLS.

Match prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Inter Miami: victory for the visitors

Montreal Impact vs Chicago Fire

The Canadians are hopeless and are just playing out the season, which cannot be said about their opponent. Chicago has been struggling recently but still contends for the playoffs. One head-to-head meeting has already taken place this season and ended in a 1:1 draw. The new game will be more challenging for the visitors as they haven't won on Montreal's field since 2017. We believe in Impact; the team can sometimes show quality football.

Match prediction for Montreal Impact vs Chicago Fire: the hosts will not lose

Columbus Crew vs DC United

A hopeless situation for the visitors: they are in poor form and will visit a team in excellent condition. DC is just playing out the season as their level of football doesn't allow for more, which cannot be said about Columbus. Crew has already won one head-to-head this season, and the chances for another success are very high. It's unclear what could hinder the club.

Match prediction for Columbus Crew vs DC United: victory for the hosts

Atlanta United vs Charlotte

The second meeting of the opponents this season. Charlotte took the first game, albeit on their home field, but they perform poorly away throughout the season. It's hard to predict the winner of the upcoming match as Atlanta is also not showing good football. In this match, we suggest not overthinking and simply betting on both teams to score. The teams make too many defensive errors.

Match prediction for Atlanta United vs Charlotte: both teams to score

New England Revolution vs Orlando City

The visitors have shown slightly better readiness lately but consistently concede, which prevents them from gaining maximum points. The opponent is clearly struggling and is in an unpleasant streak. One head-to-head this season ended in a 3:3 draw, and a longer distance suggests a prediction for a high-scoring scenario. There is no reason to expect a dull match.

Match prediction for New England Revolution vs Orlando City: total over 2.5 goals

Dallas vs St. Louis City

An unpredictable match, as both opponents are playing equally poorly. It's hard to predict who will come out on top since the clubs are not in the position on the table they were hoping for. We have a clear trend: absolutely all head-to-head meetings have ended with a low-scoring scenario. The teams currently have unstable attacks, so the choice is obvious.

Match Prediction for Dallas vs Saint Louis City: Total Under 3 Goals

Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union

The hosts will have a tough time, as one of the strongest teams in MLS is coming to visit. Philadelphia will finally play with their full squad, so the bookmakers' odds seem at least strange. Houston's instability hasn't gone anywhere, and that's important because with such football against a balanced club, there's frankly nothing to catch. We think that one of the conference leaders will take the points.

Match Prediction for Houston Dynamo vs Philadelphia Union: The Visitors Will Not Lose

Seattle Sounders vs San Jose Earthquakes

The hosts are gradually gaining momentum after the Club World Cup, earning points in almost every round. At home, the team is traditionally strong and is one of the best in the league by this measure. San Jose is hard to assess, as the team lacks stability and has been experiencing obvious problems in the last month. It's hard to predict any outcome other than a Seattle victory. The opponent is suitable, and they need to take three points in front of their fans.

Match Prediction for Seattle Sounders vs San Jose Earthquakes: Home Win

Nashville vs Toronto

The second meeting of the opponents this season, the first ended with an away victory for Nashville. The Canadians don't have much chance of success as they don't show quality football away from home. Toronto needs attentiveness and stability to beat clubs of Nashville's level, but they lack these qualities. We believe there's no point in inventing anything in this game. The choice is obvious.

Match Prediction for Nashville vs Toronto: Home Win

Sporting Kansas City vs New York City

An important aspect of this match: the "citizens" are one of the worst teams away, although they perform excellently at home. Sporting, on the other hand, knows how to play in front of their fans but is still unstable. The teams are not in the best form, so mistakes are possible. The hosts often play for goal exchanges, and this trend could be key in the match.

Match Prediction for Sporting Kansas City vs New York City: Both Teams to Score

Real Salt Lake vs Cincinnati

The hosts have gained decent form, but the opponent in the upcoming match is quite serious.Cincinnati typically only loses to their closest competitors, while they often earn points against other teams. It's crucial for the visitors to perform optimally in the upcoming game, as the battle for a high spot in the conference continues, whereas Real's form might raise some questions. A positive trend could end at any moment.

Match Prediction for Real Salt Lake vs Cincinnati: the visitors will not lose

San Diego Zest vs Vancouver Whitecaps

The teams played less than a month ago and scored 8 goals between them. The current San Diego is breaking all modern football standards, showcasing incredible conversion of chances. Vancouver holds a high position in the table but looks significantly more modest in attacking capabilities compared to their opponent. Away games are challenging for the Canadians, as seen in their recent loss to Colorado. Zest has every chance for another victory.

Match Prediction for San Diego Zest vs Vancouver Whitecaps: home win

Los Angeles vs Los Angeles Galaxy

The teams have already played this season and ended in a 2:2 draw. Galaxy has improved over the past couple of months, but this is unlikely to change their standing in the league, as an away game is almost a verdict for the team. The opponent has gained good form after the Club World Cup and is highly motivated for a new victory in front of their fans. The key factor should be Los Angeles' defense, which has been very reliable in recent rounds.

Match Prediction for Los Angeles vs Los Angeles Galaxy: home win

Portland Timbers vs Minnesota United

The match should be interesting, as clubs from the upper part of the standings will meet, but Portland's results are concerning. The team dropped points in the last month where they shouldn't have. Minnesota appears more stable compared to their opponent, often finishing their matches successfully. In this match, the visitors' balance could play an important role, as the aggressive Timbers will have to open up spaces, and Minnesota is quite strong on counterattacks.

Match Prediction for Portland Timbers vs Minnesota United: the visitors will not lose