| Cincinnati wins | Draw | Inter Miami wins |
|---|---|---|
| 2.264 | 3.86 | 2.84 |
| Cincinnati | Inter Miami |
|---|---|
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LAST GAME: FC Cincinnati 2 - 4 Columbus Crew
| LAST GAME: Inter Miami 2 - 1 Nashville SC
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Event Details
- Date and Time: Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 7:30 PM EDT
- Venue: TQL Stadium, Ohio, USA
- Competition: MLS
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami | Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 7:30 PM EDT |
| FC Cincinnati odds | +127 |
| Inter Miami odds | +193 |
| Draw | +258 |
| Over 2 | +267 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Preview and Team News
FC Cincinnati Team News
Ranked second in the standings, Cincinnati will be looking to pick up all three points in the upcoming game and continue their ascension toward the top.
However, they’ll be hampered by quite a few injured players, including Nick Hagglund, Obinna Nwobodo, Sergio Santos, and Yuya Kubo, who have all been ruled out.
Cincinnati usually like to play with a three-man backline that transforms into a five-man unit when they lose the ball. Such a strong defensive structure usually allows the team to maintain both shape and possession throughout all phases of a match.
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— FC Cincinnati (@fccincinnati) July 13, 2025
The Ohio side have won four of their last five outings, which means that their confidence will be sky high. Despite their heavy 2-4 defeat to the Columbus Crew recently (in which they took just four shots on target), they’ll likely feel capable of putting pressure on the Miami defense.
Cincinnati’s usual 3-5-2 formation gives them a lot of depth on the flanks, allowing them to create space for themselves in the final third. Their wingbacks play the crucial role of adding to their attacking strengths when in possession, while quickly inverting themselves as fullbacks to help out in defense when they lose the ball.
FC Cincinnati predicted lineup vs Inter Miami (3-5-2): Celentano; Powell, Miazga, Engel; Yedlin, Bucha, Anunga, Ferreira, Orellano; Kamara, Denkey.
Inter Miami Team News
Inter Miami, arguably one of the best teams in the MLS, are known for their strong performances in the final third. With the presence of top stars such as Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez in their ranks, the squad will be expected to dominate proceedings with the ball in the upcoming clash.
However, they tend to alter their formation from 4-4-2 to a somewhat more defensive-minded lineup when out of possession, then quickly regroup once they get the ball and aim to find the back of the net. They’ve won each of their last three matches, scoring 10 goals and conceding just three.
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— Vancouver Whitecaps FC (@WhitecapsFC) July 13, 2025
Messi has been in exquisite form this season, having netted 16 goals already to become the joint-leading goalscorer of the MLS. In their previous win against Nashville, he completed the most dribbles (5), proving that he’s still dangerous in one-on-one situations. Even at the ripe age of 38, he’s registered an xG of 9.98 this season.
However, a long list of injuries may prevent Miami from putting their best foot forward in this game. The absences of Allen Obando, David Luiz, Drake Callender, Gonzalo Lujan, Ian Fray, Noah Allen, and Yannick Bright will force manager Javier Mascherano to make a lot of changes to the lineup.
Inter Miami predicted lineup vs FC Cincinnati (4-4-2): Ustari; Weigandt, Falcon, Martinez, Alba; Allende, Cremaschi, Busquets, Segovia; Messi, Suárez.
FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Prediction
- Pick: FC Cincinnati to win or draw
- Odds: -263 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: FC Cincinnati 2-1 Inter Miami
We expect Cincinnati to win or draw this game. Even though Miami have been in good form of late, the home team have a big advantage over their opponents when it comes to quality in attack. Mascherano’s conservative tactics in keeping the ball for far too long may hamper his men more than help them.
Cincinnati have been more incisive and precise in the final third, whereas Miami have depended a lot on Messi and Suarez for their goals. The hosts have also gone unbeaten in six of their last 11 head-to-head meetings, including two wins in the last three, one of which was a staggering 6-1 victory back in July 2024.
FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score
- Odds: -233 (20Bet)
With so many top forwards in the lineups, we expect both teams to get on the scoresheet. Messi and Suarez remain the flagbearers of the Miami attacking unit, startling their opponents with their presence of mind in the final third, even if their pace isn’t what it once was.
Denkey (12 goals) and veteran Kamara, meanwhile, are likely to rule the roost for the hosts. The duo have shown immense potential in one-on-one situations and creating layoffs for each other. It will be exciting to watch them in action.
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