Updated: This round-up has been updated with the latest match news links.
This Major League Soccer round-up brings together the key fixtures for Match Week 23 May 2026 to 29 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis City vs Austin | Sat 23 May 2026 19:45 BST | 2-1 | Read review |
| Minnesota United vs Real Salt Lake | Sat 23 May 2026 21:30 BST | 2-1 | Read review |
| Cincinnati vs Orlando City | Sun 24 May 2026 00:30 BST | 2-1 | Read review |
| Charlotte vs New England | Sun 24 May 2026 00:30 BST | 2-1 | Read review |
| DC United vs CF Montréal | Sun 24 May 2026 00:30 BST | 2-1 | Read review |
St. Louis City vs Austin
Kick-off: Sat 23 May 2026 19:45 BST
St. Louis City vs Austin Best Odds
Short form guide
St. Louis City look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 53.06% attached to their full-time result probability. The preview still leaves tactical risk in the game, especially if Austin 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 61.03%, No 38.97% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 62.03%, Under 37.97%. That makes the first goal important, because it could force the other side to take more risks.
Recent results
St. Louis City last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 16/05/26 |  DC United vs  St. Louis City |
1 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 14/05/26 | St. Louis City vs  Los Angeles |
2 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 10/05/26 |  Colorado Rapids vs St. Louis City |
0 – 1 |
Austin last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 17/05/26 |  Austin vs  Sporting KC |
1 – 2 |
| Major League Soccer | 14/05/26 |  San Diego vs Austin |
5 – 0 |
| Major League Soccer | 10/05/26 |  Minnesota United vs Austin |
2 – 2 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 03/05/26 | Austin vs St. Louis City |
2 – 0 |
| Major League Soccer | 05/10/25 | Austin vs St. Louis City |
1 – 3 |
| Major League Soccer | 30/03/25 | St. Louis City vs Austin |
0 – 1 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| St. Louis City | Austin | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis City | Austin | Cedric Teuchert will want to attack Guilherme Biro’s side and make the most of any space in behind Austin’s left-sided defence. |
| St. Louis City | Austin | Chris Durkin against Facundo Torres could shape the midfield battle, with both players important to how each side moves the ball forward. |
| St. Louis City | Austin | Cedric Teuchert is key for St. Louis City because he gives them a central attacking reference in a 3-4-3 and a likely route to goal. |
| St. Louis City | Austin | Christian Ramirez is key for Austin because his role up front gives them a focal point to finish moves and stay dangerous in transition. |
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Minnesota United vs Real Salt Lake
Kick-off: Sat 23 May 2026 21:30 BST
Minnesota United vs Real Salt Lake Best Odds
Short form guide
Minnesota United look the more convincing side on the numbers, with 46.87% attached to their full-time result probability. The preview still leaves tactical risk in the game, especially if Real Salt Lake can turn transitions into sustained pressure. The score prediction is 2-1.
The goals market does not force one obvious read, with Both Teams to Score: Yes 54.22%, No 45.78% and Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over 51.88%, Under 48.12%. That makes the tactical setup and early rhythm more important than a simple over-or-under call.
Recent results
Minnesota United last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 16/05/26 |  New England vs Minnesota United |
2 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 14/05/26 | Minnesota United vs Colorado Rapids |
0 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 10/05/26 | Minnesota United vs Austin |
2 – 2 |
Real Salt Lake last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 17/05/26 |  Real Salt Lake vs Colorado Rapids |
2 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 14/05/26 | Real Salt Lake vs  Houston Dynamo |
3 – 0 |
| Major League Soccer | 10/05/26 |  Dallas vs Real Salt Lake |
3 – 1 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 24/08/25 | Real Salt Lake vs Minnesota United |
1 – 3 |
| Major League Soccer | 30/03/25 | Minnesota United vs Real Salt Lake |
2 – 0 |
| Major League Soccer | 03/11/24 | Minnesota United vs Real Salt Lake |
1 – 1 |
Predicted lineups
Key battles to watch
| Minnesota United | Real Salt Lake | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota United | Real Salt Lake | Joaquín Pereyra against DeAndre Yedlin could be important because Minnesota’s attacking link play may target the space on that side. |
| Minnesota United | Real Salt Lake | Anthony Markanich Jr. against Aiden Hezarkhani matters because the midfield battle could decide which side controls territory and transitions. |
| Minnesota United | Real Salt Lake | Joaquín Pereyra is key for Minnesota United because he has featured in both of their recent 3-4-3 lineups and sits in a central attacking role. |
| Minnesota United | Real Salt Lake | Sergi Solans is key for Real Salt Lake because he is named as the lone attacker in the predicted 5-4-1 and will be the main forward reference point. |
Cincinnati vs Orlando City
Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 00:30 BST
Cincinnati vs Orlando City Best Odds
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 | San Diego vs  Cincinnati |
3 – 3 |
| Major League Soccer | 13/05/26 | Cincinnati vs  Inter Miami |
3 – 5 |
| Major League Soccer | 09/05/26 |  Charlotte vs Cincinnati |
2 – 2 |
Orlando City last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 16/05/26 |  Orlando City vs  Atlanta United |
1 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 13/05/26 | Orlando City vs  Philadelphia Union |
4 – 3 |
| Major League Soccer | 09/05/26 |  Montréal vs Orlando City |
2 – 0 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 29/09/25 | Cincinnati vs Orlando City |
1 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 29/06/25 | Orlando City vs Cincinnati |
1 – 2 |
| Major League Soccer | 06/10/24 | Cincinnati vs Orlando City |
1 – 3 |
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. |
Charlotte vs New England
Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 00:30 BST
Charlotte vs New England Best Odds
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 | Charlotte vs  Toronto |
3 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 13/05/26 | Charlotte vs  New York City |
0 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 09/05/26 | Charlotte vs Cincinnati |
2 – 2 |
New England last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 16/05/26 | New England vs Minnesota United |
2 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 13/05/26 | New England vs  Nashville |
0 – 3 |
| Major League Soccer | 09/05/26 | New England vs Philadelphia Union |
2 – 1 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 03/05/26 | New England vs Charlotte |
1 – 0 |
| Major League Soccer | 31/08/25 | New England vs Charlotte |
1 – 2 |
| Major League Soccer | 27/04/25 | Charlotte vs New England |
0 – 1 |
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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DC United vs CF Montréal
Kick-off: Sun 24 May 2026 00:30 BST
DC United vs CF Montréal Best Odds
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 | DC United vs St. Louis City |
1 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 13/05/26 | DC United vs  Chicago Fire |
1 – 3 |
| Major League Soccer | 10/05/26 | Nashville vs DC United |
2 – 2 |
CF Montréal last three recorded results from the match preview:
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 16/05/26 | Montréal vs Chicago Fire |
0 – 2 |
| Major League Soccer | 13/05/26 | Montréal vs  Portland Timbers |
2 – 2 |
| Major League Soccer | 09/05/26 | Montréal vs Orlando City |
2 – 0 |
Recent head-to-head
| League | Date | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 17/08/25 | Montréal vs DC United |
1 – 1 |
| Major League Soccer | 15/03/25 | DC United vs Montréal |
0 – 0 |
| Major League Soccer | 30/05/24 | Montréal vs DC United |
4 – 2 |
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. |
Best Odds
St. Louis City vs Austin
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-19 10:40:29
Minnesota United vs Real Salt Lake
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-19 01:02:15
Cincinnati vs Orlando City
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-19 01:24:13
Charlotte vs New England
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-19 10:44:45
DC United vs CF Montréal
Latest bookmaker update: 2026-05-19 10:40:07
