Inter Miami vs. Cincinnati Preview and Betting Odds

The MLS prepares for a big-time matchup this weekend in the Eastern Conference as Inter Miami hosts MLS leaders FC Cincinnati.

Inter Miami bounced back from their recent loss with a dominant 5-1 win over the New York Red Bulls.

Cincinnati, meanwhile, reached the top of the table thanks to a 1-0 road victory over Real Salt Lake.

Inter Miami vs. Cincinnati Betting Odds and Info

Why Bet on Inter Miami?

Inter Miami remains the top contender to win the MLS. With 41 points, they sit fifth in the Eastern Conference, seven points behind Cincinnati but with three games in hand. They have 12 wins, five draws, and four losses—the fewest defeats of any team in the league.

After their 3-0 loss to Cincinnati, which ended a five-game winning streak, they bounced back by thrashing the New York Red Bulls 1-5, with braces from Lionel Messi and Telasco Segovia, and a goal from Jordi Alba.

With 49 goals scored, they are the highest-scoring team in MLS. Leading the way, of course, is Lionel Messi, who has 18 goals and seven assists, making him the league’s top scorer and leader in combined goals and assists. He has recorded six braces in his last seven matches, along with five assists. Meanwhile, Luis Suárez has embraced his playmaker role, tallying 10 assists.

The main absence for head coach Javier Mascherano is in goal, as both Óscar Ustari and Drake Callender are injured. Rocco Ríos Novo has been starting between the posts in the last two matches.

Why Bet on Cincinnati?

Let us introduce you to the leader of Major League Soccer: FC Cincinnati. With 48 points, they sit at the very top of the table with 15 wins, three draws, and six losses, scoring 39 goals and conceding 31. They hold just a one-point lead over Nashville and Philadelphia Union, so they’ll need a win to maintain their position.

They’re coming off a 1-0 away win against Real Salt Lake, thanks to a goal from Luca Orellano in the 87th minute. They’ve won six of their last seven matches, losing just once, and are currently on a four-game road winning streak.

Speaking of road games, they are the best away team in the league with eight wins, one draw, and four losses. One area they’ll need to improve is their defense, as they’re allowing more goals than usual for a top team.

Brazilian midfielder Evander is one of the top performers in the league with 15 goals and seven assists, though he recently saw a five-game scoring streak come to an end—a stretch in which he netted eight goals.

Among the injured players is Kévin Denkey, one of the team’s top scorers with 12 goals and one assist. Nigerian midfielder Obinna Nwobodo and Japanese international Yuya Kubo are also sidelined.

Final Betting Analysis: Inter Miami vs. FC Cincinnati

It will be a great match between two top title contenders looking to test each other, though there’s still uncertainty about whether Lionel Messi will be able to play—a key factor in the outcome. We believe the Argentine will be available, and that it will be a win for the home side.

The numbers at Gambyl Exchange favor Inter Miami, with a Moneyline of -104, while Cincinnati is at +242, and a draw stands at +315.

The last time they met was on July 16 of this year, with Cincinnati winning 3-0 thanks to a brace from Evander. On the other hand, the last time they played in Miami was on August 24, 2024, and Inter won 2-0. The ‘Orange and Blue’ have won four of the last five meetings.

Go for a win for Inter Miami. If you bet $100 at -104, you will gain $97 for a total payout of $197.

Inter Miami vs. Cincinnati Betting Pick: Inter Miami