Major League Soccer Match Week 24 May 2026 to 30 May 2026 Predictions: Best Odds and Match Previews

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First published: This round-up has been created from the Detailed Match Review posts. It will be updated 2 days before kick-off with any other important updates.

This Major League Soccer round-up brings together the key fixtures for Match Week 24 May 2026 to 30 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
Charlotte vs New England Sunday, 24 May 2026 00:30 BST 2-1 Read review
Cincinnati vs Orlando City Sunday, 24 May 2026 00:30 BST 2-1 Read review
DC United vs CF Montréal Sunday, 24 May 2026 00:30 BST 2-1 Read review
Nashville SC vs New York City Sun 24 May 2026 01:30 BST 2-1 Read review
Chicago Fire vs Toronto Sun 24 May 2026 01:30 BST 3-1 Read review
Sporting KC vs New York RB Sun 24 May 2026 01:30 BST 1-2 Read review
San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps Sun 24 May 2026 02:30 BST 1-2 Read review
Colorado Rapids vs Dallas Sun 24 May 2026 02:30 BST 2-1 Read review
Portland Timbers vs SJ Earthquakes Sun 24 May 2026 02:30 BST 2-1 Read review
LA Galaxy vs Houston Dynamo Sun 24 May 2026 03:30 BST 2-1 Read review
Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United Sun 24 May 2026 22:00 BST 1-0 Read review
Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union Mon 25 May 2026 00:00 BST 2-1 Read review

Charlotte vs New England

Kick-off: Sunday, 24 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
Charlotte vs New England 2-1

Charlotte vs New England Best Odds

Charlotte To Win
1.90
Implied probability: 52.63%
Draw
3.40
Implied probability: 29.41%
New England To Win
3.57
Implied probability: 28.01%

Short form guide

Charlotte vs New England 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 58.34%, No 41.66% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 58.68%, Under 41.29%. 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 16/05/26 260119Charlotte vs 111Toronto 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 260119Charlotte vs 3627New York City 0 – 1
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 260119Charlotte vs 3636Cincinnati 2 – 2
New England last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 641New England vs 3639Minnesota United 2 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 641New England vs 148048Nashville 0 – 3
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 641New England vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 03/05/26 641New England vs 260119Charlotte 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 31/08/25 641New England vs 260119Charlotte 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 27/04/25 260119Charlotte vs 641New England 0 – 1

Predicted lineups

Charlotte vs New England predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Charlotte New England Key Battle Overview
Charlotte New England Idan Toklomati will look to test Brayan Ceballos by making runs in behind and giving Charlotte a direct outlet in the final third.
Charlotte New England Ashley Westwood against Alhassan Yusuf could shape the midfield battle, with both players important to control tempo and second balls.
Charlotte New England Idan Toklomati is key for Charlotte because he is the central attacking reference in the predicted shape and the main player to finish moves.
Charlotte New England Dor Turgeman is key for New England because he leads the line in the 4-2-3-1 and is the main outlet for the chances created behind him.

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Cincinnati vs Orlando City

Kick-off: Sunday, 24 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
Cincinnati vs Orlando City 2-1

Cincinnati vs Orlando City Best Odds

Cincinnati To Win
1.58
Implied probability: 63.29%
Draw
4.65
Implied probability: 21.51%
Orlando City To Win
4.55
Implied probability: 21.98%

Short form guide

Cincinnati vs Orlando City carries a stronger statistical case for Cincinnati, 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 65.93%, No 34.07% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 67.30%, Under 32.70%. The more aggressive side in transition may be the one that turns that goals angle into control.

Recent results

Cincinnati last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 275650San Diego vs 3636Cincinnati 3 – 3
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 3636Cincinnati vs 239235Inter Miami 3 – 5
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 260119Charlotte vs 3636Cincinnati 2 – 2
Orlando City last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 204Orlando City vs 3645Atlanta United 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 204Orlando City vs 275Philadelphia Union 4 – 3
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 3736Montréal vs 204Orlando City 2 – 0
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 29/09/25 3636Cincinnati vs 204Orlando City 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 29/06/25 204Orlando City vs 3636Cincinnati 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 06/10/24 3636Cincinnati vs 204Orlando City 1 – 3

Predicted lineups

Cincinnati vs Orlando City predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Cincinnati Orlando City Key Battle Overview
Cincinnati Orlando City Evander against Adrián Marín could be decisive if Cincinnati can find him between the lines and turn that into chances.
Cincinnati Orlando City Kenji Mboma Dem against Braian Ojeda looks important in midfield, with both sides needing control in that area.
Cincinnati Orlando City Evander is key for Cincinnati because he links midfield and attack and has been central to their recent scoring output.
Cincinnati Orlando City Justin Ellis is key for Orlando City because he gives them a direct attacking outlet in a front line that has been scoring regularly.

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DC United vs CF Montréal

Kick-off: Sunday, 24 May 2026 00:30 BST

Prediction
DC United vs CF Montréal 2-1

DC United vs CF Montréal Best Odds

DC United To Win
1.85
Implied probability: 54.05%
Draw
3.50
Implied probability: 28.57%
CF Montréal To Win
3.90
Implied probability: 25.64%

Short form guide

The full-time probabilities keep DC United vs CF Montréal firmly in the competitive category, especially with the draw sitting at 25.66%. This is the type of match where control of territory and the first major chance could shape the rest of the afternoon. The score prediction is 2-1.

The Both Teams to Score number is one of the stronger signals in the preview, especially with Both Teams to Score: Yes 58.01%, No 41.99% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 54.86%, Under 45.15%. If both teams commit players forward early, the game could become more open than the score prediction first suggests.

Recent results

DC United last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 182DC United vs 267299St. Louis City 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 182DC United vs 75Chicago Fire 1 – 3
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 148048Nashville vs 182DC United 2 – 2
CF Montréal last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 3736Montréal vs 75Chicago Fire 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 3736Montréal vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 2
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 3736Montréal vs 204Orlando City 2 – 0
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/08/25 3736Montréal vs 182DC United 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 15/03/25 182DC United vs 3736Montréal 0 – 0
Major League Soccer 30/05/24 3736Montréal vs 182DC United 4 – 2

Predicted lineups

DC United vs CF Montréal predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

DC United CF Montréal Key Battle Overview
DC United CF Montréal Louis Munteanu against Brayan Vera could be decisive if DC United’s forward can find space between the lines and turn chances into shots.
DC United CF Montréal Brandon Servania against Matty Longstaff looks important because the midfield balance may decide which side can build attacks more cleanly.
DC United CF Montréal Louis Munteanu is key for DC United because he has been named in the predicted attack and will be central to turning home pressure into goals.
DC United CF Montréal Iván Jaime is key for CF Montréal because he is part of the predicted front line and offers one of their main routes to creating and finishing chances.

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Nashville SC vs New York City

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 01:30 BST

Prediction
Nashville SC vs New York City 2-1

Nashville SC vs New York City Best Odds

Nashville SC To Win
1.73
Implied probability: 57.8%
Draw
3.75
Implied probability: 26.67%
New York City To Win
4.45
Implied probability: 22.47%

Short form guide

Nashville SC vs New York City carries a stronger statistical case for Nashville SC, 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.

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 52.93%, No 47.07% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 50.26%, Under 49.74%, so timing may be crucial.

Recent results

Nashville SC last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 18/05/26 148048Nashville vs 147671Los Angeles 3 – 2
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 641New England vs 148048Nashville 0 – 3
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 148048Nashville vs 182DC United 2 – 2
New York City last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 383New York RB vs 3627New York City 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 260119Charlotte vs 3627New York City 0 – 1
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 3627New York City vs 577Columbus Crew 3 – 0
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/08/25 3627New York City vs 148048Nashville 2 – 1
Major League Soccer 31/05/25 148048Nashville vs 3627New York City 2 – 2
Major League Soccer 06/10/24 3627New York City vs 148048Nashville 3 – 1

Predicted lineups

Nashville SC vs New York City predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Nashville SC New York City Key Battle Overview
Nashville SC New York City Cristian Espinoza against Nico Cavallo could be important if Nashville SC can isolate that side and create one-v-one situations.
Nashville SC New York City Ahmed Qasem against Agustín Ojeda is a useful midfield battle because both players have been involved in recent starting line-ups and can affect the balance of the game.
Nashville SC New York City Cristian Espinoza is key for Nashville SC because he has been named in the recent line-ups and gives them an attacking outlet in a side that has been scoring regularly.
Nashville SC New York City Nicolás Fernández Mercau is key for New York City because he has featured in the recent line-ups and is the main attacking reference in their predicted shape.

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Chicago Fire vs Toronto

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 01:30 BST

Prediction
Chicago Fire vs Toronto 3-1

Chicago Fire vs Toronto Best Odds

Chicago Fire To Win
1.45
Implied probability: 68.97%
Draw
4.50
Implied probability: 22.22%
Toronto To Win
6.25
Implied probability: 16%

Short form guide

Chicago Fire vs Toronto carries a stronger statistical case for Chicago Fire, 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 3-1.

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 53.33%, No 46.67% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 55.21%, Under 44.79%, so timing may be crucial.

Recent results

Chicago Fire last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 3736Montréal vs 75Chicago Fire 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 182DC United vs 75Chicago Fire 1 – 3
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 75Chicago Fire vs 383New York RB 1 – 3
Toronto last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 260119Charlotte vs 111Toronto 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 111Toronto vs 239235Inter Miami 2 – 4
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 111Toronto vs 287SJ Earthquakes 1 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 05/10/25 75Chicago Fire vs 111Toronto 2 – 2
Major League Soccer 15/03/25 111Toronto vs 75Chicago Fire 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 29/09/24 75Chicago Fire vs 111Toronto 1 – 1

Predicted lineups

Chicago Fire vs Toronto predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Chicago Fire Toronto Key Battle Overview
Chicago Fire Toronto Hugo Cuypers against Jackson Gilman could be decisive if Chicago Fire can get Cuypers into central scoring positions early.
Chicago Fire Toronto Joel Waterman against Alonso Coello matters because the midfield battle may decide which side can control the tempo.
Chicago Fire Toronto Hugo Cuypers is key for Chicago Fire because their recent results show they have been scoring regularly and he is the main attacking reference.
Chicago Fire Toronto Emilio Aristizábal is key for Toronto because he is the listed attacker and Toronto have still been finding goals despite their poor run.

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Sporting KC vs New York RB

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 01:30 BST

Prediction
Sporting KC vs New York RB 1-2

Sporting KC vs New York RB Best Odds

Sporting KC To Win
3.00
Implied probability: 33.33%
Draw
4.10
Implied probability: 24.39%
New York RB To Win
2.02
Implied probability: 49.5%

Short form guide

There is no huge separation between Sporting KC and New York RB 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.

Chance creation at both ends is a major part of the match read, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 57.31%, No 42.69% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 54.09%, Under 45.91%. The more aggressive side in transition may be the one that turns that goals angle into control.

Recent results

Sporting KC last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 254172Austin vs 323Sporting KC 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 323Sporting KC vs 413LA Galaxy 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 607Portland Timbers vs 323Sporting KC 6 – 0
New York RB last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 383New York RB vs 3627New York City 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 383New York RB vs 577Columbus Crew 3 – 2
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 75Chicago Fire vs 383New York RB 1 – 3
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 08/09/24 383New York RB vs 323Sporting KC 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 04/07/22 323Sporting KC vs 383New York RB 0 – 1
Major League Soccer 18/04/21 383New York RB vs 323Sporting KC 1 – 2

Predicted lineups

Sporting KC vs New York RB predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Sporting KC New York RB Key Battle Overview
Sporting KC New York RB Dejan Joveljić against Dylan Nealis could be important because Sporting KC will want their main forward to test New York RB’s defensive side.
Sporting KC New York RB Calvin Harris against Adri Mehmeti is a useful midfield battle because both sides will need control in central areas.
Sporting KC New York RB Dejan Joveljić is key for Sporting KC because he has been part of their recent scoring output and gives them a clear attacking reference.
Sporting KC New York RB Cade Cowell is key for New York RB because he offers a direct attacking threat from the front line in a side that has been scoring regularly.

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San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 02:30 BST

Prediction
San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps 1-2

San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps Best Odds

San Diego To Win
3.30
Implied probability: 30.3%
Draw
3.80
Implied probability: 26.32%
Vancouver Whitecaps To Win
1.90
Implied probability: 52.38%

Short form guide

The full-time probabilities keep San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps firmly in the competitive category, especially with the draw sitting at 26.16%. This is the type of match where control of territory and the first major chance could shape the rest of the afternoon. 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 57.23%, No 42.77% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 54.20%, Under 45.80%. If both teams commit players forward early, the game could become more open than the score prediction first suggests.

Recent results

San Diego last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 275650San Diego vs 3636Cincinnati 3 – 3
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 275650San Diego vs 254172Austin 5 – 0
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 2649Seattle Sounders vs 275650San Diego 1 – 1
Vancouver Whitecaps last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 478Houston Dynamo vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 583Dallas vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 287SJ Earthquakes vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 1 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 30/11/25 275650San Diego vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 1 – 3
Major League Soccer 20/07/25 275650San Diego vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 26/06/25 292Vancouver Whitecaps vs 275650San Diego 3 – 5

Predicted lineups

San Diego vs Vancouver Whitecaps predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

San Diego Vancouver Whitecaps Key Battle Overview
San Diego Vancouver Whitecaps Amahl Pellegrino against Mathías Laborda could be important because Pellegrino’s attacking threat will test how well Laborda handles San Diego’s left-sided pressure.
San Diego Vancouver Whitecaps Aníbal Godoy against Jeevan Badwal is a key midfield duel because both sides will want control of the central areas.
San Diego Vancouver Whitecaps Amahl Pellegrino is key for San Diego because the recent lineups show him in the attacking unit and San Diego have been scoring regularly.
San Diego Vancouver Whitecaps Brian White is key for Vancouver Whitecaps because he is the main attacking reference in the 4-2-3-1 and has been starting up front in the recent lineups.

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Colorado Rapids vs Dallas

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 02:30 BST

Prediction
Colorado Rapids vs Dallas 2-1

Colorado Rapids vs Dallas Best Odds

Colorado Rapids To Win
2.25
Implied probability: 44.44%
Draw
3.60
Implied probability: 27.78%
Dallas To Win
2.80
Implied probability: 35.71%

Short form guide

The numbers give Colorado Rapids a marginal advantage rather than a dominant one. With Dallas still close enough in the probability picture, the prediction depends on which side turns their expected shape into cleaner chances. 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 59.74%, No 40.26% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 58.65%, Under 41.35%. The more aggressive side in transition may be the one that turns that goals angle into control.

Recent results

Colorado Rapids last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 1062Real Salt Lake vs 179Colorado Rapids 2 – 1
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 3639Minnesota United vs 179Colorado Rapids 0 – 1
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 179Colorado Rapids vs 267299St. Louis City 0 – 1
Dallas last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 287SJ Earthquakes vs 583Dallas 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 583Dallas vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 583Dallas vs 1062Real Salt Lake 3 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 21/09/25 583Dallas vs 179Colorado Rapids 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 02/03/25 179Colorado Rapids vs 583Dallas 3 – 3
Major League Soccer 01/09/24 583Dallas vs 179Colorado Rapids 2 – 3

Predicted lineups

Colorado Rapids vs Dallas predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Colorado Rapids Dallas Key Battle Overview
Colorado Rapids Dallas Rafael Navarro against Herman Johansson could be important because Colorado will want their main attacker to pin Dallas back and make the most of any chances in the box.
Colorado Rapids Dallas Connor Ronan against Joaquín Valiente is a key midfield duel, with both sides needing control in central areas to set the tempo.
Colorado Rapids Dallas Rafael Navarro is key for Colorado Rapids because he is the central attacking outlet in the predicted shape and the main player likely to finish moves.
Colorado Rapids Dallas Patrickson Delgado is key for Dallas because he offers a direct goal threat from the front line and can turn their attacking moments into chances.

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Portland Timbers vs SJ Earthquakes

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 02:30 BST

Prediction
Portland Timbers vs SJ Earthquakes 2-1

Portland Timbers vs SJ Earthquakes Best Odds

Portland Timbers To Win
2.50
Implied probability: 40%
Draw
3.95
Implied probability: 25.32%
SJ Earthquakes To Win
2.40
Implied probability: 41.67%

Short form guide

Portland Timbers have the clearest result edge, with the full-time probabilities putting them at 45.98% compared with 28.87% for SJ Earthquakes. That gives the match a defined favourite, although the prediction still leaves room for the game to tighten if the underdog can slow the tempo. The score prediction is 2-1.

The goals profile gives the fixture attacking appeal, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 58.86%, No 41.14% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 56.96%, Under 43.01%. That suggests both teams have enough route to goal to make defensive concentration as important as finishing quality.

Recent results

Portland Timbers last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 239235Inter Miami vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 3736Montréal vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 2
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 607Portland Timbers vs 323Sporting KC 6 – 0
SJ Earthquakes last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 287SJ Earthquakes vs 583Dallas 2 – 3
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 2649Seattle Sounders vs 287SJ Earthquakes 3 – 2
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 287SJ Earthquakes vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 1 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 14/06/25 607Portland Timbers vs 287SJ Earthquakes 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 04/05/25 287SJ Earthquakes vs 607Portland Timbers 4 – 1
Major League Soccer 20/06/24 287SJ Earthquakes vs 607Portland Timbers 1 – 2

Predicted lineups

Portland Timbers vs SJ Earthquakes predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Portland Timbers SJ Earthquakes Key Battle Overview
Portland Timbers SJ Earthquakes David Da Costa against Benji Kikanović could be important because Portland’s attacker is one of their main creative outlets while SJ Earthquakes will need Benji Kikanović to help limit space on that side.
Portland Timbers SJ Earthquakes Antony against Beau Leroux is a useful midfield battle, with Antony offering Portland another route into attack and Beau Leroux needing to help SJ Earthquakes stay compact.
Portland Timbers SJ Earthquakes David Da Costa is key for Portland Timbers because he has been named in the recent and predicted lineups and sits in a role that can influence their chance creation.
Portland Timbers SJ Earthquakes Preston Judd is key for SJ Earthquakes because he is the central attacking reference in the predicted 4-2-3-1 and their main outlet in the final third.

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LA Galaxy vs Houston Dynamo

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 03:30 BST

Prediction
LA Galaxy vs Houston Dynamo 2-1

LA Galaxy vs Houston Dynamo Best Odds

LA Galaxy To Win
1.90
Implied probability: 52.38%
Draw
3.70
Implied probability: 27.03%
Houston Dynamo To Win
3.50
Implied probability: 28.57%

Short form guide

LA Galaxy look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 48.98% 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 2-1.

The probability split around goals keeps the match interesting from an attacking point of view: Both Teams to Score: Yes 60.42%, No 39.58% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 60.30%, Under 39.70%. That makes the first goal important, because it could force the other side to take more risks.

Recent results

LA Galaxy last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 2649Seattle Sounders vs 413LA Galaxy 0 – 2
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 323Sporting KC vs 413LA Galaxy 3 – 1
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 3645Atlanta United vs 413LA Galaxy 1 – 2
Houston Dynamo last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 478Houston Dynamo vs 292Vancouver Whitecaps 1 – 0
Major League Soccer 14/05/26 1062Real Salt Lake vs 478Houston Dynamo 3 – 0
Major League Soccer 11/05/26 147671Los Angeles vs 478Houston Dynamo 1 – 4
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 07/09/25 478Houston Dynamo vs 413LA Galaxy 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/04/25 413LA Galaxy vs 478Houston Dynamo 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 20/10/24 478Houston Dynamo vs 413LA Galaxy 2 – 1

Predicted lineups

LA Galaxy vs Houston Dynamo predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

LA Galaxy Houston Dynamo Key Battle Overview
LA Galaxy Houston Dynamo Marco Reus against Agustin Resch could be decisive if Reus finds space between the lines and forces Houston Dynamo’s right side to defend deeper.
LA Galaxy Houston Dynamo E. Wynder against Artur is a key midfield duel because both players are likely to shape the tempo and protect their back line.
LA Galaxy Houston Dynamo Marco Reus is key for LA Galaxy because he offers the main creative threat in the predicted shape and can link midfield to attack.
LA Galaxy Houston Dynamo Ezequiel Ponce is key for Houston Dynamo because he is the main attacking reference point and the player most likely to finish their chances.

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Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United

Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 22:00 BST

Prediction
Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United 1-0

Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United Best Odds

Columbus Crew To Win
1.47
Implied probability: 68.03%
Draw
4.60
Implied probability: 21.74%
Atlanta United To Win
5.80
Implied probability: 17.24%

Short form guide

Columbus Crew look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 60.28% attached to their full-time result probability. The preview still leaves tactical risk in the game, especially if Atlanta United can turn transitions into sustained pressure. The score prediction is 1-0.

The goals market does not force one obvious read, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 50.79%, No 49.21% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 53.42%, Under 46.58%. That makes the tactical setup and early rhythm more important than a simple over-or-under call.

Recent results

Columbus Crew last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 275Philadelphia Union vs 577Columbus Crew 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 383New York RB vs 577Columbus Crew 3 – 2
Major League Soccer 10/05/26 3627New York City vs 577Columbus Crew 3 – 0
Atlanta United last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 204Orlando City vs 3645Atlanta United 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 3645Atlanta United vs 413LA Galaxy 1 – 2
Major League Soccer 02/05/26 3645Atlanta United vs 3736Montréal 3 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 05/04/26 3645Atlanta United vs 577Columbus Crew 1 – 3
Major League Soccer 14/09/25 3645Atlanta United vs 577Columbus Crew 4 – 5
Major League Soccer 26/06/25 577Columbus Crew vs 3645Atlanta United 3 – 1

Predicted lineups

Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Columbus Crew Atlanta United Key Battle Overview
Columbus Crew Atlanta United Diego Rossi against Elías Báez could be decisive if Columbus Crew look to attack the left side and force one-on-one situations.
Columbus Crew Atlanta United André Gomes against Ajani Fortune is a key midfield duel because control in that area should shape who can settle into their passing rhythm.
Columbus Crew Atlanta United Diego Rossi is key for Columbus Crew because he is one of the main attacking outlets in their predicted shape and can turn a tight game with a single chance.
Columbus Crew Atlanta United Aleksey Miranchuk is key for Atlanta United because he offers the main creative link in the front line and can connect midfield possession to the final third.

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Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union

Kick-off: Mon 25 May 2026 00:00 BST

Prediction
Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union 2-1

Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union Best Odds

Inter Miami To Win
1.39
Implied probability: 71.94%
Draw
5.10
Implied probability: 19.61%
Philadelphia Union To Win
6.50
Implied probability: 15.38%

Short form guide

Inter Miami look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 59.55% attached to their full-time result probability. The preview still leaves tactical risk in the game, especially if Philadelphia Union 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 56.22%, No 43.78% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 58.09%, Under 41.91%. That makes the first goal important, because it could force the other side to take more risks.

Recent results

Inter Miami last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 17/05/26 239235Inter Miami vs 607Portland Timbers 2 – 0
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 3636Cincinnati vs 239235Inter Miami 3 – 5
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 111Toronto vs 239235Inter Miami 2 – 4
Philadelphia Union last three recorded results from the match preview:
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 16/05/26 275Philadelphia Union vs 577Columbus Crew 1 – 1
Major League Soccer 13/05/26 204Orlando City vs 275Philadelphia Union 4 – 3
Major League Soccer 09/05/26 641New England vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 1
Recent head-to-head
League Date Team Score
Major League Soccer 25/05/25 275Philadelphia Union vs 239235Inter Miami 3 – 3
Major League Soccer 29/03/25 239235Inter Miami vs 275Philadelphia Union 2 – 1
Major League Soccer 15/09/24 239235Inter Miami vs 275Philadelphia Union 3 – 1

Predicted lineups

Inter Miami vs Philadelphia Union predicted lineups

Key battles to watch

Inter Miami Philadelphia Union Key Battle Overview
Inter Miami Philadelphia Union Germán Berterame against Ben Bender could be important because Miami’s attacking form has been strong and that duel may decide how much space they create in the final third.
Inter Miami Philadelphia Union Rodrigo De Paul against Cavan Sullivan is a key midfield battle, with De Paul’s role in controlling tempo likely to matter against Philadelphia Union’s central shape.
Inter Miami Philadelphia Union Germán Berterame is key for Inter Miami because he has been part of a front line that has scored 11 goals in the last three league matches.
Inter Miami Philadelphia Union Bruno Damiani is key for Philadelphia Union because he is one of the main attacking outlets in a side that has struggled for goals in recent league games.

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1.90
Implied probability: 52.63%
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Implied probability: 29.41%
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Implied probability: 57.8%
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1.45
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Implied probability: 33.33%
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Implied probability: 30.3%
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Implied probability: 44.44%
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10Bet
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1.47
Implied probability: 68.03%
Draw
4.60
Implied probability: 21.74%
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Implied probability: 17.24%

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10Bet
Inter Miami To Win
1.39
Implied probability: 71.94%
Draw
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Implied probability: 19.61%
Philadelphia Union To Win
6.50
Implied probability: 15.38%

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