Major League Soccer Match Week 11 May 2026 to 17 May 2026 Predictions: Best Odds and Match Previews

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This Major League Soccer round-up brings together the key fixtures for Match Week 11 May 2026 to 17 May 2026, with a quick predictions table, predicted lineups, best odds and short match-by-match previews in one place.

Quick Predictions Table

Match Kick-off Predicted score Detailed Match Review
Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo Mon 11 May 2026 02:00 BST 1-1 Read review
Charlotte vs New York City Thu 14 May 2026 00:15 BST 2-1 Read review
Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST 1-2 Read review
Orlando City vs Philadelphia Union Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST 1-2 Read review
New York RB vs Columbus Crew Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST 1-2 Read review
New England vs Nashville SC Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST 2-1 Read review
CF Montréal vs Portland Timbers Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST 2-1 Read review
DC United vs Chicago Fire Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST 1-2 Read review
Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew Sun 17 May 2026 00:30 BST 2-2 Read review

Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo

Kick-off: Mon 11 May 2026 02:00 BST

Prediction
Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo 1-1

Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo Best Odds

Los Angeles FC To Win
1.58
Implied probability: 63.29%
Draw
3.95
Implied probability: 25.32%
Houston Dynamo To Win
5.50
Implied probability: 18.18%

Short form guide

Los Angeles FC look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 53.87% attached to their full-time result probability. The preview still leaves tactical risk in the game, especially if Houston Dynamo can turn transitions into sustained pressure. The score prediction is 1-1.

The goals market does not force one obvious read, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 53.05%, No 46.95% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 53.32%, Under 46.68%. That makes the tactical setup and early rhythm more important than a simple over-or-under call.

Recent results

Los Angeles FC last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 275650San Diego vs 147671Los Angeles 2 – 2
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 3639Minnesota United vs 147671Los Angeles 0 – 1
Major League Soccer 23/04/26 147671Los Angeles vs 179Colorado Rapids 0 – 0
Houston Dynamo last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 478Houston Dynamo vs 179Colorado Rapids 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 26/04/26 254172Austin vs 478Houston Dynamo 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 23/04/26 478Houston Dynamo vs 275650San Diego 1 – 0
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 01/03/26 478Houston Dynamo vs 147671Los Angeles 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 04/05/25 147671Los Angeles vs 478Houston Dynamo 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 06/04/25 478Houston Dynamo vs 147671Los Angeles 1 – 0

Predicted lineups

Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Los Angeles FC Houston Dynamo Key Battle Overview
Los Angeles FC Houston Dynamo Denis Bouanga against Agustin Resch could be decisive if Los Angeles FC can isolate that side and get Bouanga running at him.
Los Angeles FC Houston Dynamo Jude Terry against Artur may shape the midfield balance, with both sides needing control in that area.
Los Angeles FC Houston Dynamo Denis Bouanga is key for Los Angeles FC because he has been one of their main attacking outlets in the recent lineups.
Los Angeles FC Houston Dynamo Ezequiel Ponce is key for Houston Dynamo because he is the central attacking option most likely to turn their possession into chances.

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Charlotte vs New York City

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:15 BST

Prediction
Charlotte vs New York City 2-1

Short form guide

Charlotte vs New York City carries a stronger statistical case for Charlotte, with the win probability giving them a clear advantage before kick-off. The underdog route is likely to depend on defensive control, set pieces and taking chances when the match opens up. The score prediction is 2-1.

Chance creation at both ends is a major part of the match read, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 58.81%, No 41.19% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 56.34%, Under 43.66%. The more aggressive side in transition may be the one that turns that goals angle into control.

Recent results

Charlotte last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 641New England vs 260119Charlotte 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 26/04/26 148048Nashville vs 260119Charlotte 4 – 2
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 204Orlando City vs 260119Charlotte 4 – 1
New York City last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 3627New York City vs 182DC United 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 3736Montréal vs 3627New York City 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 3627New York City vs 3636Cincinnati 4 – 4
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 19/04/26 3627New York City vs 260119Charlotte 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 08/11/25 260119Charlotte vs 3627New York City 1 – 3
Major League Soccer 01/11/25 3627New York City vs 260119Charlotte 0 – 0

Predicted lineups

Charlotte vs New York City predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Charlotte New York City Key Battle Overview
Charlotte New York City Idan Toklomati will look to use his movement against Nico Cavallo, with Charlotte likely targeting that side to create openings.
Charlotte New York City Ashley Westwood’s control in midfield could be important against Agustín Ojeda, especially if Charlotte want to dictate tempo.
Charlotte New York City Idan Toklomati is key for Charlotte because he is the central attacking outlet in the predicted shape and the main player to finish moves.
Charlotte New York City Nicolás Fernández Mercau is key for New York City because he is the forward most likely to turn their possession into chances and goals.

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Cincinnati vs Inter Miami

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
Cincinnati vs Inter Miami 1-2

Short form guide

Cincinnati vs Inter Miami is narrow on the full-time probabilities, with Inter Miami just ahead at 40.27%. The match should be read as a tactical contest where the better finishing side may have more influence than the team with longer spells of possession. The score prediction is 1-2.

The Both Teams to Score number is one of the stronger signals in the preview, especially with Both Teams to Score: Yes 64.94%, No 35.06% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 63.87%, Under 36.13%. If both teams commit players forward early, the game could become more open than the score prediction first suggests.

Recent results

Cincinnati last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 75Chicago Fire vs 3636Cincinnati 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 3636Cincinnati vs 383New York RB 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 3627New York City vs 3636Cincinnati 4 – 4
Inter Miami last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 239235Inter Miami vs 204Orlando City 3 – 4
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 239235Inter Miami vs 641New England 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 23/04/26 1062Real Salt Lake vs 239235Inter Miami 0 – 2
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 23/11/25 3636Cincinnati vs 239235Inter Miami 0 – 4
Major League Soccer 27/07/25 239235Inter Miami vs 3636Cincinnati 0 – 0
Major League Soccer 17/07/25 3636Cincinnati vs 239235Inter Miami 3 – 0

Predicted lineups

Cincinnati vs Inter Miami predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Cincinnati Inter Miami Key Battle Overview
Cincinnati Inter Miami Evander against Ian Fray could be decisive because it pits Cincinnati’s main attacking connector against one of Inter Miami’s defenders in a key central channel.
Cincinnati Inter Miami Bryan Ramírez against Lionel Messi matters because Cincinnati will need control in midfield if they are to limit Messi’s influence between the lines.
Cincinnati Inter Miami Evander is key for Cincinnati because he sits in the role most likely to turn possession into chances and feed the two forwards.
Cincinnati Inter Miami Germán Berterame is key for Inter Miami because he gives them another direct attacking option alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez.

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Orlando City vs Philadelphia Union

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
Orlando City vs Philadelphia Union 1-2

Short form guide

Philadelphia Union shade the result forecast at 39.04%, but Orlando City vs Philadelphia Union still looks competitive. That points towards a match where game state matters, especially if the first goal changes how open the second half becomes. The score prediction is 1-2.

The probability split around goals keeps the match interesting from an attacking point of view: Both Teams to Score: Yes 62.87%, No 37.13% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 61.52%, Under 38.48%. That makes the first goal important, because it could force the other side to take more risks.

Recent results

Orlando City last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 239235Inter Miami vs 204Orlando City 3 – 4
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 182DC United vs 204Orlando City 3 – 2
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 204Orlando City vs 260119Charlotte 4 – 1
Philadelphia Union last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 275Philadelphia Union vs 148048Nashville 0 – 0
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 577Columbus Crew vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 111Toronto vs 275Philadelphia Union 3 – 3
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 06/04/25 275Philadelphia Union vs 204Orlando City 0 – 0
Major League Soccer 23/02/25 204Orlando City vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 4
Major League Soccer 03/10/24 204Orlando City vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 1

Predicted lineups

Orlando City vs Philadelphia Union predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Orlando City Philadelphia Union Key Battle Overview
Orlando City Philadelphia Union Justin Ellis against Frankie Westfield could be important if Orlando City look to attack the right side of Philadelphia Union’s back line.
Orlando City Philadelphia Union Braian Ojeda against Cavan Sullivan may shape the midfield balance, with both sides needing control in central areas.
Orlando City Philadelphia Union Justin Ellis is key for Orlando City because he has been named in both recent lineups and is part of the main attacking pair.
Orlando City Philadelphia Union Ezekiel Alladoh is key for Philadelphia Union because he starts in the predicted front two and offers a direct goal threat.

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New York RB vs Columbus Crew

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
New York RB vs Columbus Crew 1-2

Short form guide

New York RB vs Columbus Crew reads as one of the more finely balanced games in the round-up, with the draw percentage making a level match realistic. The prediction should therefore be viewed alongside the tactical setup rather than as a simple favourite-versus-outsider call. The score prediction is 1-2.

The probability split around goals keeps the match interesting from an attacking point of view: Both Teams to Score: Yes 61.67%, No 38.33% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 59.89%, Under 40.11%. That makes the first goal important, because it could force the other side to take more risks.

Recent results

New York RB last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 383New York RB vs 583Dallas 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 3636Cincinnati vs 383New York RB 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 383New York RB vs 182DC United 4 – 4
Columbus Crew last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 577Columbus Crew vs 3639Minnesota United 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 577Columbus Crew vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 23/04/26 577Columbus Crew vs 413LA Galaxy 2 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 18/10/25 577Columbus Crew vs 383New York RB 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 31/08/25 383New York RB vs 577Columbus Crew 0 – 0
Major League Soccer 03/11/24 383New York RB vs 577Columbus Crew 2 – 2

Predicted lineups

New York RB vs Columbus Crew predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

New York RB Columbus Crew Key Battle Overview
New York RB Columbus Crew Cade Cowell against Malte Amundsen could be important if New York RB are to stretch Columbus Crew’s back line and create space in wide areas.
New York RB Columbus Crew Adri Mehmeti against Dylan Chambost may shape the midfield battle, with both sides needing control in central areas.
New York RB Columbus Crew Cade Cowell is key for New York RB because his attacking threat gives them one of their clearest routes to goal.
New York RB Columbus Crew Diego Rossi is key for Columbus Crew because he has been part of a side that has scored regularly in recent league matches.

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New England vs Nashville SC

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
New England vs Nashville SC 2-1

Short form guide

There is no huge separation between New England and Nashville SC in the result picture, and the draw probability underlines that. The forecast points towards a game where patience matters as much as attacking ambition. The score prediction is 2-1.

Chance creation at both ends is a major part of the match read, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 56.54%, No 43.46% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 52.41%, Under 47.59%. The more aggressive side in transition may be the one that turns that goals angle into control.

Recent results

New England last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 641New England vs 260119Charlotte 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 239235Inter Miami vs 641New England 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 3645Atlanta United vs 641New England 1 – 2
Nashville SC last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 275Philadelphia Union vs 148048Nashville 0 – 0
Major League Soccer 26/04/26 148048Nashville vs 260119Charlotte 4 – 2
Major League Soccer 18/04/26 3645Atlanta United vs 148048Nashville 0 – 2
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 22/02/26 148048Nashville vs 641New England 4 – 1
Major League Soccer 26/06/25 641New England vs 148048Nashville 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 23/02/25 148048Nashville vs 641New England 0 – 0

Predicted lineups

New England vs Nashville SC predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

New England Nashville SC Key Battle Overview
New England Nashville SC Dor Turgeman will look to test Daniel Lovitz by making runs in behind and giving New England a direct threat in the final third.
New England Nashville SC Alhassan Yusuf against Ahmed Qasem could shape the midfield balance, with both players important to how each side controls transitions.
New England Nashville SC Dor Turgeman is key for New England because the supplied lineups show him as the main attacking reference in their 4-2-3-1.
New England Nashville SC Warren Madrigal is key for Nashville SC because he is one of the two forwards in their predicted 4-4-2 and a central part of their attacking plan.

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CF Montréal vs Portland Timbers

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
CF Montréal vs Portland Timbers 2-1

Short form guide

CF Montréal look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 50.93% attached to their full-time result probability. The preview still leaves tactical risk in the game, especially if Portland Timbers can turn transitions into sustained pressure. The score prediction is 2-1.

The probability split around goals keeps the match interesting from an attacking point of view: Both Teams to Score: Yes 62.23%, No 37.77% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 62.40%, Under 37.60%. That makes the first goal important, because it could force the other side to take more risks.

Recent results

CF Montréal last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 3645Atlanta United vs 3736Montréal 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 3736Montréal vs 3627New York City 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 18/04/26 3736Montréal vs 383New York RB 4 – 1
Portland Timbers last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 1062Real Salt Lake vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 26/04/26 275650San Diego vs 607Portland Timbers 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 19/04/26 3639Minnesota United vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 0
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 08/10/23 3736Montréal vs 607Portland Timbers 4 – 1
Major League Soccer 27/06/19 3736Montréal vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 1
Major League Soccer 22/07/18 607Portland Timbers vs 3736Montréal 2 – 2

Predicted lineups

CF Montréal vs Portland Timbers predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

CF Montréal Portland Timbers Key Battle Overview
CF Montréal Portland Timbers Iván Jaime against Alex Bonetig could be important because Montréal will want their attacker to find space and carry threat in the final third.
CF Montréal Portland Timbers Matty Longstaff against Antony is a midfield duel that may shape who controls the tempo and second balls.
CF Montréal Portland Timbers Iván Jaime is key for CF Montréal because he is one of the main attacking outlets in the predicted front line.
CF Montréal Portland Timbers Kevin Kelsy is key for Portland Timbers because he is the central attacking reference in their 4-2-3-1 shape.

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DC United vs Chicago Fire

Kick-off: Thu 14 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
DC United vs Chicago Fire 1-2

Short form guide

There is no huge separation between DC United and Chicago Fire in the result picture, and the draw probability underlines that. The forecast points towards a game where patience matters as much as attacking ambition. The score prediction is 1-2.

The numbers around goals leave room for both a cautious start and a more open second half. The main figures are Both Teams to Score: Yes 53.24%, No 46.76% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 52.14%, Under 47.86%, so timing may be crucial.

Recent results

DC United last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 3627New York City vs 182DC United 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 25/04/26 182DC United vs 204Orlando City 3 – 2
Major League Soccer 22/04/26 383New York RB vs 182DC United 4 – 4
Chicago Fire last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 75Chicago Fire vs 3636Cincinnati 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 26/04/26 75Chicago Fire vs 323Sporting KC 5 – 0
Major League Soccer 18/04/26 3636Cincinnati vs 75Chicago Fire 3 – 3
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 15/03/26 75Chicago Fire vs 182DC United 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 08/06/25 182DC United vs 75Chicago Fire 1 – 7
Major League Soccer 02/03/25 75Chicago Fire vs 182DC United 2 – 2

Predicted lineups

DC United vs Chicago Fire predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

DC United Chicago Fire Key Battle Overview
DC United Chicago Fire Jackson Hopkins will need to find space between the lines against Andrew Gutman, because that is where DC United can connect midfield and attack.
DC United Chicago Fire Brandon Servania’s role in midfield will be important against Anton Salétros, especially in controlling tempo and second balls.
DC United Chicago Fire Jackson Hopkins is key for DC United because he links the midfield to the front two and has been part of their recent attacking output.
DC United Chicago Fire Hugo Cuypers is key for Chicago Fire because he is the main attacking reference point in their 4-2-3-1 and the player most likely to finish chances.

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Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew

Kick-off: Sun 17 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew 2-2

Short form guide

Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union in the Major League Soccer. The score prediction is 2-2.

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Predicted lineups

Predicted lineups are included in the individual match preview when available.

Key battles to watch

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Best Odds

Los Angeles FC vs Houston Dynamo

Mon 11 May 2026 02:00 BST
10Bet
Los Angeles FC To Win
1.58
Implied probability: 63.29%
Draw
3.95
Implied probability: 25.32%
Houston Dynamo To Win
5.50
Implied probability: 18.18%

Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-09 06:16:03

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