Top Picks for MLS Matchday 33: Analyzing the MLS Betting Lines

Reading MLS betting lines is essential for making informed bets on Major League Soccer games.

Here’s a simple breakdown to help you understand how they work:

1. Moneyline Bets:
   This is the most straightforward type of bet. You’ll see three options: the home team, the away team, and a draw.
   For example, if the lines are:

   • LA Galaxy: +150
   • Seattle Sounders: -120
   • Draw: +220

   This means if you bet $100 on LA Galaxy and they win, you’d profit $150.
   If you bet on Seattle Sounders and they win, you’d profit $100 with a $120 stake.

2. Point Spreads:
   This is used to level the playing field between teams.
   If you see:
   • LA Galaxy: -1 (+200)
   • Seattle Sounders: +1 (-250)

   This means LA Galaxy must win by at least 2 goals for a bet on them to win.
   If Seattle loses by 1 goal or wins, a bet on them wins.

3. Over/Under (Totals):
   This line predicts the total number of goals scored in the match.
   For example, if the line is set at 2.5 goals:
   • Over 2.5: You win if the teams score 3 or more goals.
   • Under 2.5: You win if the teams score 2 or fewer goals.

By understanding these basic elements of MLS betting lines, you’ll be better prepared to make informed wagers.

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The stretch run of the Major League Soccer season is upon us, and with the international break a week away, the next two sets of games will be critical league-wide. The fun gets started with a full slate of games on Wednesday, so let’s take a look at the key matchups on the schedule along with their MLS odds.

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Atlanta United FC -208 vs Inter Miami CF +500

Both of these teams are on the outside of the playoff picture, so three points is a must for both sides. At home, Atlanta is a heavy favorite at -181, while Inter’s Moneyline for a victory is +440.

A stretch of five wins and a draw over six matches and four straight clean sheets has quickly turned into a nightmare for Miami. The Herons have suffered back-to-back losses to the Red Bulls and Crew, getting outscored 9-1 in those matches.

That could be a problem against an Atlanta squad that lost last weekend but had three straight wins prior to that, outscoring teams 10-2 in those three wins. Clearly, the oddsmakers are banking on Atlanta quickly getting back on track against a spiraling Inter Miami squad.

New York Red Bulls +121 vs Philadelphia Union +235

This match offers some of the tightest odds of any MLS match on Wednesday. The Red Bulls are home favorites at +116, while the Union has a Moneyline of +225. There are seven spots between these teams in the standings but just eight points between them.

Of course, it’s the Red Bulls who are on the outside of the playoff picture and need to pick up all three points. The Red Bulls are riding high after the Derby win over NYCFC over the weekend, with their strong defense allowing just one goal in three matches.

That presents a challenge for Philadelphia, which is one of the strongest defensive sides in MLS but can struggle to score goals if Kacper Przybylko isn’t the one putting the ball in the back of the net.

Colorado Rapids -234 vs Austin FC +560

The Rapids still have their sights set on first place in the Western Conference, trailing Seattle by just three points. Colorado is also heavily favored on Wednesday with a -208 Moneyline against last-place Austin FC.

However, even at +460, Austin has some momentum after a 2-0 win over the LA Galaxy over the weekend. While defending is still a concern, Josh Wolff’s team has scored six goals in three matches and isn’t going down without a fight late in the season.

Seattle Sounders +175 vs San Jose Earthquakes +170

There could be a twist in the tail in this match as San Jose is a slight favorite at +141 against the Sounders, who are currently on top of the Western Conference. Seattle’s Moneyline is set at +180, while a draw is listed at +230.

San Jose is three points out of a playoff spot but just seven points out of fourth place, so three points against the Sounders would be massive. With back-to-back wins, confidence is high for San Jose, especially since top talisman Javier Lopez has six goals and an assist in his last three matches.

Needless to say, Seattle’s biggest task is trying to shut him down. Of course, the Sounders have the best defensive record in the league, although leading scorer Raul Ruidiaz hast just one goal in four matches since the last international break.

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The best Major League Soccer matches of the week start on Saturday, May 15. Top matches include FC Dallas at Minnesota, Nashville at Real Salt Lake, and Portland at San Jose. Check out MLS odds, analysis, and free picks for those three games as well as seven other of the best MLS has to offer on May 15 and May 16.

Top MLS Games of The Week to Bet On (May 15th – May 16th)

Saturday, May 15th Games

Toronto Fc +344 / New York City Fc -172

New York City has 2 wins, a loss, and a draw in their 4 games this year. Toronto won their first game this MLS Season on May 12. Ah, but look who Toronto beat, the Columbus Crew. Toronto may be poised to make it 2 in a row.

Soccer Pick: Toronto Fc

Cf Montreal +329 / Atlanta United Fc -158

ALT United has a win, 2 losses, and 2 draws in their last 5. Cf Montreal beat Inter Miami in their last. These two haven’t played since 2019. Eventually Atlanta U should pick up their feet and win a few soccer games. Although we don’t like the odds, the ATL is the best play.

Soccer Pick: Atlanta United

New York Red Bulls +287 / Philadelphia Union -119

Since starting the season with a couple of losses, the Red Bulls have turned it on. NYRB has won their last couple of matches, both 2-0 scores, over Chicago and Toronto. Philadelphia has a win and 2 draws in their last 3. The odds make the Red Bulls the best play.

Soccer Pick: New York Red Bulls

Fc Dallas +206 / Minnesota United Fc +114

On May 12, Minnesota beat Vancouver 1-0. Fc Dallas drew with Houston Dynamo on May 8. Minnesota has the edge because this is on their pitch. But Dallas is in great form. Before drawing with Houston, they beat Portland 4-1.

Soccer Pick: Fc Dallas

Nashville Sc +184 / Real Salt Lake +141

Nashville has yet to lose this season. The team from Tennessee started their 2021 MLS Season with 3 straight draws. Nashville broke through with a 2-0 victory over New England Revolution on May 8. Real Salt Lake dropped their last game 1-2 against the San Jose Earthquakes. This should be a tight score. But RSL offers better than fair odds because they’re the home squad.

Soccer Pick: Real Salt Lake

Portland Timbers +181 / San Jose Earthquakes +125

On May 12, Seattle ended San Jose’s 3-match winning streak. The Sounders beat the Earthquakes 1-0. Portland is on a 3-match losing streak. They look up against it versus San Jose on Saturday. But the Timbers are due while San Jose may have another loss in them. Grab the overlay odds on Portland.

Soccer Pick: Portland Timbers

Sunday, May 16th Games

Columbus Crew Sc +271 / New England Revolution -108

After an 0-3 beat down at the feet of Monterrey, the Crew bounced back with a 3-1 victory against DC United. Columbus could bounce back again after losing to Toronto on May 12. The odds make the Crew an overlay.

Soccer Pick: Columbus Crew

Orlando City Sc +120 / DC United +196

United has lost 4-of-5. Orlando City has 3 draws and a win in their last 4. City looks like the winner of this match. Also, the odds are above even money, making the road squad an attractive play.

Soccer Pick: Orlando City Sc

Los Angeles Fc +197 / Seattle Sounders +129

So far, LAFC hasn’t lived up to the hype. Los Angeles has a win, 2 draws, and a loss in their 4 matches this season. The Sounders are in decent form. Until LAFC proves they’re worthy of their favorites to win the MLS title designation, they’re a play against.

Soccer Pick: Seattle Sounders

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With the 2020 MLS regular season rolling right along and teams in both conferences looking to improve their hopes of reaching the MLS Cup when it gets underway on Dec. 12, it’s time to take a look at the most intriguing matchups on this week’s slate of action so you can keep placing your bets against their MLS odds.

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Eight teams from the 12-team Western Conference will qualify directly into Round 1 while the top six seeds from the 14-team Eastern Conference will qualify. Eastern Conference clubs seeded between 7-10 will each compete in a play-in match with the highest seed facing the lowest. Now, that you have an idea of how many teams will reach the playoffs, let’s find out who’s on the pitch this coming week.

Seattle Sounders (9-4-4) Vs Portland Timbers (9-4-5)

When: Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 10:30 PM ET
Where: CenturyLink Field, Seattle

The reigning MLS champion Seattle Sounders are sitting atop the Western Conference standings while 2015 league champion Portland is in second place. Seattle has scored 35 goals this season while allowing a league-low 17 goals defensively (+18). Portland has put 30 goals in the back of the net this season, but the Timbers have allowed a whopping 30 goals defensively (+8). Seattle comes into this affair off a scoreless draw against San Jose on Sunday, one week after losing to LAFC 3-1. Portland played the same LAFC team to a 1-1 draw on Sunday, four days after falling to Real Salt Lake 2-1.

Prediction

While Portland has won two straight in this rivalry including a 2-1 road win on Sept. 6 and a 1-0 home win on Sept. 23, I like Seattle to get their act together in this huge clash to remain in first place out west. The Sounders get it done by a lone goal.

Pick: Seattle 2 Portland 1

Nashville SC (5-6-6) Vs New England Revolution (7-7-5)

When: Friday, October 23, 2020 at 8:30 PM ET
Where: Nissan Stadium, Nashville
TV: ESPN+

Nashville is sitting in ninth place in the eastern conference standings while New England is in fourth place. Nashville has scored 15 goals this season while allowing 17 goals defensively (-2). The Revolution have put 21 goals in the back of the net while allowing 18 goals defensively (+3).

Nashville took out awful Houston 3-1 on Wednesday as they get set to take on FC Dallas on Tuesday night, but have played to a pair of scoreless draws over their last four games. New England has won three straight including a hard-fought 2-1 win on Monday over a Philadelphia team that is in second place in the eastern conference.

Prediction

While these two conference counterparts played to a scoreless draw in their only meeting back on Oct. 3, New England is the better team at both ends of the pitch and has a bunch of confidence-boosting momentum going right now. The Revolution don’t have the most explosive offense around, but New England still has the edge in scoring and the Revolution will find a way to get it done in this one while looking to close the gap on third place Columbus and fourth place Orlando City.

Pick: New England 1 Nashville 0

Philadelphia Union (11-5-3) Vs Toronto FC (12-5-2)

When: Saturday, October 24, 2020 at 7:30 PM ET
Where: Subaru Park, Philadelphia
TV: ESPN+

The two winningest teams in the MLS so far will throw down in a huge clash on Saturday. Philadelphia is in second place in the eastern conference, having scored 34 goals while conceding 17 goals defensively. Toronto owns the best record in the MLS as they sit atop the eastern conference with 30 goals scored and 17 allowed defensively.

The Union have gone a nearly unblemished 3-1-0 over their last four games and come into this clash off a narrow 2-1 win over New England on Monday. Toronto hasn’t lost since September 5 and comes into this matchup fresh off a narrow 1-0 win over Atlanta on Sunday.

Prediction

Toronto recorded a thrilling 2-1 win over Philadelphia on October 3 and has won four of the last five meetings overall. Still, with Philly playing at home and looking to send a message should these two meet in the postseason, I like the Union to take care of business at home in this intriguing showdown. Philadelphia has the slightly better offense and the Union should be hungrier than ever!

Pick: Philadelphia 2 Toronto 1

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