With a handful of games remaining in the regular MLS season, the MLS Cup odds are increasingly being slashed and sharpened as teams battle to make it into the playoff spots.
Five teams have emerged with the realistic chance of winning the Cup according to 20Bet odds, with Inter Miami CF leading the way and LA FC, and Columbus following closely behind.
1. Inter Miami CF (4.1)
Inter Miami CF have sealed top spot in the Eastern Conference as their fine form sees them lead by eight points ahead of second-placed FC Cincinnati, with four rounds of fixtures remaining to play.
In their last seven outings, the Herons are unbeaten. Their squad has shaken off any injury worries at the right time, with the manager having the full complement of the squad from which to choose ahead of postseason.
Inter Miami, with 20Bet handing them 4.1 odds are the favorites to win the MLS Cup ahead of the playoffs in a month’s time.
Full time. pic.twitter.com/ecM9qaSUnI
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) September 29, 2024
2. Los Angeles FC (7.06)
Los Angeles FC are the second-favorites to win the MLS Cup as the postseason approaches. They are second in the Eastern Conference with 52 points, six behind LA Galaxy, and have a match in hand.
Last season’s finalists are in fine form as they have had another solid season, winning 15 times, drawing seven matches, and losing eight times. They have scored 54 times and conceded 41 times in the process.
Their current form shows that LAFC have picked at the right time and will be in with a shot to fight in the postseason.
After the most hectic and high-stakes three-day stretch in club history, LAFC emerges triumphant.
✍️ 72 Hours, One Cup, Three Points
— LAFC (@LAFC) September 30, 2024
3. Columbus Crew (9.7)
The reigning champions are the third favorites to repeat the feat they achieved last season when they beat LAFC to the MLS Cup. They are dark horses at best this season. However, their form points to a significant run of form, including 13 wins in their last 17 MLS rounds of fixtures.
Columbus also has the advantage of the most robust defense in the MLS, having conceded just 31 goals. The balance between attack and defense that they have realized is crucial in driving their ability to win matches. This will come in handy in the postseason.
The last time we played Miami it was ELECTRIC ⚡️
Wednesday’s match is sure to be the same as the top two teams in the Eastern Conference clash in Columbus. pic.twitter.com/97wSvsNCuq
— The Crew (@ColumbusCrew) October 1, 2024
4. FC Cincinnati (11.68)
FC Cincinnati is one of the in-form sides in the MLS this season, especially as the postseason approaches. They have won 17 matches, drawn five times, and lost nine matches. Their form across the season places them 3rd out of 29 teams in the MLS Eastern Conference table, with a 55% win rate.
Their home form has been average, with seven wins, three draws, and six losses. Their away performances have been excellent, with ten wins, two draws, and three losses.
With 53 goals scored this season, FC Cincinnati have shown their cutting edge in the final third, which will come in handy in the postseason as they hunt for the MLS trophy. With a win rate of 67%, FC Cincinnati has shown a significant capacity to play on the front foot and win in difficult situations.
Keep moving 🧡💙 pic.twitter.com/Ag2vNiN7np
— Chidozie .C. Awaziem (@AwaziemC) September 30, 2024
5. Philadelphia Union (12.8)
Philadelphia Union are the fifth most likely to win the MLS according to predictions by 20Bet. Among the top five sides on this list, Philadelphia Union are the weakest in their form across the MLS season, winning nine matches, drawing ten times, and losing 12 matches.
This run of form means that Philadelphia Union are 9th in the Eastern Conference table, with a 29% winning rate. They have a fairly good home form, with four wins, five draws and 7 losses, while away from home they have 5 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses. Their winrate at home is 25% and away from home it inches up to 33%.
They have an outside chance of fighting for the MLS trophy in the postseason.
Incredible comeback from @PhilaUnionII to jump into first place in @MLSNEXTPRO!
Cavan Sullivan netted the tying goal and CJ Olney scored in stoppage time 🤩#DOOP pic.twitter.com/Qt5qg50OuE
— Philadelphia Union (@PhilaUnion) September 29, 2024
