tyler wolff sustains atlanta united's season

Tyler Wolff sustains Atlanta United’s season

With Atlanta United’s campaign hanging by a thread, Tyler Wolff provided a lifeline to the team. Wolff left the bench to score a crucial stoppage-time goal that gave Atlanta a 2-1 home win over the New York Red Bulls. This earned him Energy Moment of the Matchday honours for Matchday 37, which is presented by Celsius.  Shortly after he stepped on the pitch, Wolff ran into the open space chasing a ball from Alexey Miranchuk and calmly breezed by Red Bulls goalkeeper Carlos Coronel. His strike ended United’s five-game skid, giving them a chance to qualify for the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs. Thanks to Tyler, Atlanta can steal an Eastern Conference Wild Card spot with a Decision Day victory at Orlando City SC, including other good results they have.  “For me, it was just trying to focus on the task that the coaches are giving me before I go in, you know, kind of see how the game’s playing out,” Wolff said post-match of his heroic substitute appearance. “But obviously, chaos and it’s part of the game and just stay calm and when you get your chance, just take it.” Whatever role Wolff plays on Decision Day, he is excited to be a contributor to his team’s late playoff qualification.  “I kept telling myself let’s just finish this season strong and then when you get your opportunity to take a chance,” he said. “And yeah, happy to help the team get the three points in the end.”

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Soccer Predictions Today: Portland Timbers VS FC Dallas Sure Tips

Portland Timbers will host FC Dallas at Providence Park for an MLS Portland VS Dallas Western Conference match tonight.  MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Portland VS Dallas, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Portland Timbers VS FC Dallas Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On Portland Timbers The Portland Timbers join this fixture fresh off a 1-0 loss to Austin FC at the same venue in midweek. Daniel Pereira scored a 42nd-minute goal that proved to be the difference in Austin and Portland’s match.  The Timbers are currently in the last spot for the playoff and they need only point from their final two matches to advance. However, they still have a chance to finish in the top seven and an automatic qualification to round one of the playoff.  Betting On FC Dallas FC Dallas lost 3-2 to San Jose Earthquakes on the road. They went behind to Hernan Loepz’s opener in the 13th minute, while Alan Velasco drew the game level in the 44th minute. Lopez restored the Earthquakes lead when the delivered a braace in the 79th-minute, and Jeremy Ebobisse gave them a lead four minutes later.  Dallas got a goal from Sebastian Ibeagha in injury time, but losing to San Jose buried them in 11th position in the Western Conference, having gathered 37 points form 32 matches. Portland are ninth on 45 points. MatchPlug Prediction For Portland Timbers VS FC Dallas  FC Dallas have nothing else to play off this season except to finish their games. Experts back the Portland Timbers to secure a multi-goal win with goals from both teams.  Final Prediction: Portland Timbers Moneyline. 

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Soccer Predictions Today: Toronto FC VS Inter Miami Sure Tips

Toronto FC will face Inter Miami in a crucial fixture at the BMO Field tonight. The guests have exceptional players in their lineup and have the upper hand for Toronto VS Miami. MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Toronto VS Miami, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Toronto FC VS Inter Miami  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On Toronto FC Toronto FC are in ninth position in the league table and have been inconsistent over the past year. They fell to a 4-1 loss courtesy of the New York Red Bulls last week and will need to bounce back in this game. The Canadian side have suffered 18 losses in MLS this term. This is their fourth season in a row with at least 18 defeats in a single MLS campaign. Betting On Inter Miami Inter Miami lead the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have already won the Supporters Shield this term. They edged Columbus Crew to a 3-2 win in their last match and will want to recreate the same result tonight. Miami have been in remarkable form this season and have ben one fo the best clubs in the league this season. Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez scoed against  Columbus last week and will want to increase their goal tallies in this matchup.  MatchPlug Prediction For Toronto FC VS Inter Miami  Toronto have been lukewarm this term and will need to put on their best performance this weekend. Miami are the better squad on paper and should win this game.  Final Prediction: Inter Miami Moneyline. 

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taylor twellman: mls league of the no. 10

Taylor Twellman: MLS, League of the No. 10

The newest episode of Offside with Taylor Twellman discusses how the importance of the No. 10 position has shifted on the global stage, and how that created the way for MLS to become a league where classic No. 10s survive and thrive.  The reason for this discussion, according to Twellman, was a statement Apple TV analyst Sacha Klejstan made.  “Listen, if you’re starting No. 10, whether you’re paying him $8 million or $800,000, and he’s getting you five goals and five assists, that’s not good enough in MLS,” said Kljestan. “This is the league of the number 10.” Twellman spoke to other bests at the position: Nashville SC’ Hany Mukhtar, Colorado Rapids’ Djordje Mihailovic and Portland Timbers’ Evander.  According to Mukhtar, MLS’ increased focus on the position is one of the reasons he went stateside.  “I think like two, three years into my career, being a professional soccer player, a lot of teams started to not play with the No. 10,” Mukhtar told Twellman. “… That was also a big reason why I ended up here in MLS, because to this day you still have a lot of No. 10s.” Will the trend continue? Or will MLS ultimately follow the footsteps of leagues around the world that have avoided building around classic 10s in favor of a different tactical set-up? Twellman asks that question to Kljestan, Jeff Rueter of The Athletic and MLS legend Marco Etcheverry, leading to differing perspectives on the matter. “We should always have the star No. 10s. These are the guys that should fill seats in the stadium,” Kljestan said. “They should be the guys that you tune in to watch every week. And then these should be the guys that are leading the All-Star game, leading the MVP race every season. It’s the most important position. Of course, putting the ball in the back of the net gets all the glory, but the game runs through the No. 10 and I love it.”

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tai baribo is good for philadelphia union

Tai Baribo is good for Philadelphia Union

When Julián Carranza was sent to Eredivisie side Feyenoord earlier this summer, people asked questions about who would be the next consistent goal scorer for the Philadelphia Union. Tai Baribo became the answer to that question.  Baribo, leads the Leagues Cup Golden Boot race with five goals and 11 goals in his last 11 games across all competitions.  The Israeli citizen was always on the sidelines looking in for the Union. Now, he is debatably the most in-form attack in the league.  Baribo and Philadelphia will get back to action on Saturday night when welcoming LIGA MX side Feyenoord in the League Cup quarter finals (7:30 pm ET | MLS Season Pass).

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soccer predictions today: cf montreal vs chicago fire

Soccer Predictions Today: CF Montreal VS Chicago Fire Sure Tips

Montreal will host Chicago Fire at Stade Saputo in Major League Soccer on Sunday. Both clubs are both losing their excitement as the season comes to an end. Watch Montreal VS Chicago. MatchPlug has the Expert Football Predictions, picks, and odds for Montreal VS Chicago. We are the Best Prediction Site where you can find reliable MLS Matches previews. Predictions and Betting Preview For CF Montreal VS Chicago Fire  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On CF Montreal CF Montreal have little to defend with five rounds of games left. They are 13th; three places above the bottom of the Eastern Conference on 31 points. But, they still have a shot at qualifying for the wild-card round which would earn them a spot in round one of the playoffs if they win that stage. Montreal appear unprepared for the wild-card round, given their journey so far in the season. The Canadian side have won just seven games out of 29, drawing 12 and losing 10, including a -22 goal differential. They lost 4-3 against Chicago Fire in their previous fixtures.  Betting On Chicago Fire Chicago Fire are in a worse position than their opponents, sitting one place below Montreal in the Eastern Conference table on 29 points. They have played 30 games; one match more than Montreal, winning seven, drawing 15 and losing eight. The visitors could qualify for the wild-card round if they won their remaining matches, but it seems impossible. Chicago won their only MLS Cup in 1998, they didn’t qualify for the playoffs last season after finishing 13th in the Eastern Conference. They battle the ghost of experiencing the same fate this campaign. The guests have been unimpressive on the road, taking three defeats in their last five road matches. Their last trip to Stade Saputo ended in a goalless draw.  MatchPlug Prediction For CF Montreal VS Chicago Fire  Both clubs must keep an impeccable run for the rest of the term if they want to qualify for the wild-card round. Montreal will utilise their home advantage thanks to an excellent record at Saputo, but Chicago won’t go down without a fight. The hosts will wain due to home-field advantage.  Final Prediction: Montreal Moneyline. 

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soccer predictions today: charlotte fc vs new england revolution

Soccer Predictions Today: Charlotte FC VS New England Revolution Sure Tips

Charlotte FC will host the New England Revolution in MLS on Saturday, with both clubs playing to stop poor runs of form. Watch Charlotte VS New England. MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Charlotte VS New England, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Charlotte FC VS New England Revolution  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On Charlotte FC Charlott FC is seventh in the Eastern Conference standings, recording a five-point cushion to teams outside the playoff spots, but they have struggled since the Leagues Cup break. Losing 2-0 at Orlando City was their third loss in a row, and they have scored just twice in four matches since returning to MLS play, frustrating Dean Smith.  Smith knows Charlotte must start delivering in the final third if they want to retain an MLS Cup playoff place, starting with Saturday’s match against the New England Revolution.  Betting On New England Revolution The New England Revolution fumbled a 2-0 lead in their 2-2 midweek draw with CF Montreal, a result that left them five points away from the playoff race at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.  The Revolution have struggled a lot lately, going for four league matches without a victory (two draws, two losses) and winning just one of their last nine (three draws, five losses). MatchPlug Prediction For Charlotte FC VS New England Revolution  No club in the Eastern Conference has lost more road games than New England’s nine this season, so this match could be a good one for Charlotte.  Final Prediction: Charlotte FC Moneyline. 

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soccer predictions today: new york city vs inter miami

Soccer Predictions Today: New York City VS Inter Miami Sure Tips

New York City and Inter Miami will clash at the Yankee Stadium on Saturday for New York VS Miami.  MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for New York VS Miami, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For New York City VS Inter Miami  Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On New York City  New York City are spiralling downward lately. First, they lost the Leagues Cup quarter-final to Columbus Crew. Then, they failed to win three Major League Soccer matches in a row.  Although, New York has what it takes to be chosen as favourites for this game, Nick Cushing and his boys are no match over a hot Inter Miami side.  Betting On Inter Miami Inter Miami are at the top of the MLS table, with 19 wins since the beginning of the year. They only need a few more points in order to win the coveted Supporters’ Shield. Awarded to the team with the most points in the regular season, this is a much desired trophy for Miami.  Manager Tata Martino has an excellent 3-4-1 record against New York City, so he should have no problem rallying his squad against the hosts. Miami will be counting on Messi and La Pulga to deliver goals.  MatchPlug Prediction For New York City VS Inter Miami  With Miami topping the league, winning 19 matches throughout the year, experts believe they’ll do their best to defeat New York City.  Final Prediction: New York City Moneyline. 

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soccer predictions today: columbus crew vs fc cincinnati

Soccer Predictions Today: Columbus Crew VS FC Cincinnati Sure Tips

Columbus VS Cincinnati promises to be an thrilling encounter as both clubs resume their fight to dominate the MLS Eastern Conference.  MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Columbus VS Cincinnati, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Columbus Crew VS FC Cincinnati Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On Columbus Crew  Columbus Crew entered this match in strong form, despite recently losing 4-0 to the Seattle Sounders, a loss that broke their eight-game winning streak across all contests. This included winning their first-ever Leagues Cup trophy and delivering a series of solid performances to top the Eastern Conference. Offensively, Columbus have been one of  MLS’ most resourceful teams this term, delivering 52 goals, the second-highest total in the Eastern Conference. Their forward Hernandez has been the major driving force behind this achievement. On the defensive end, Crew have done well too, giving up only 28 goals; the lowest in MLS. Betting On FC Cincinnati FC Cincinnati entered this game driven, after ending a four-game losing streak with an important 4-1 victory in their last outing. They gained confidence after a poor stretch of form that followed their superior win over inter Miami in July. Despite struggling, Cincinnati is still in second position in the Eastern Conference with 51 points from 27 matches, recording 16 wins, three draws and eight losses. Now they must preserve their Supporter’s Shield hope.  Luciano Acosta has headed Cincinnati’s offensive strength this season. Acosta leads the team and the league in assists, while also being the club’s top goalscorer although he missed the last match due to a yellow card suspension. The hosts’ defence is a source of worry, conceding 36 goals this campaign. MatchPlug Prediction For Columbus Crew VS FC Cincinnati Cincinnati has made a recent resurgence and has a home advantage that should give them an edge in this game, despite their weak defence.  Final Prediction: FC Cincinnati Moneyline. 

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Soccer Predictions Today: CF Montreal VS Charlotte Sure Tips

CF Montreal will host Charlotte FC this weekend, with both clubs looking to gather momentum as the MLS regular season nears its end. Watch CF Montreal VS Charlotte. You can find the Soccer Predictions for CF Montreal VS Charlotte on MatchPlug. We are a reliable  Prediction Site for Major League Soccer predictions and previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For CF Montreal VS Charlotte  Odds presented by 1XBet. Betting On CF Montreal  CF Montreal will enter this game with 27 points from 27 matches, securing only six victories. With seven games left, they are five points off the final playoff spot, leaving little room for error. Montreal’s defense struggled throughout the season, giving up 58 goals; the most in the whole Eastern Conference. This lack of strong defense has given them only two wins from their last 10 league matches.  The only upside for Montreal is their solid record against Charlotte since both clubs first met in 2022. They won three and drew one of their four league matches, with their last home match ending in an easy 2-0 victory, boosting their confidence for this match. Betting On Charlotte  Charlotte is in the race for their second playoff appearance in a row and with just seven matches left, they need every point they can get to secure their top-seven spot despite a drop in form. The guests have gotten mixed reactions in recent matches, with just one win in their last five league matches. Charlotte’s most recent outing ended in a 1-0 home loss to Atlanta United, followed by a 1-1 home draw with New York Red Bulls.  Historically, Charlotte have struggled against Montreal, never winning in four last MLS meetings, including a 2-0 loss in their last visit to Stade Saputo. With one draw in this fixture, they’ll want to end that streak and secure an important three points to boost their playoff push. MatchPlug Prediction For CF Montreal VS Charlotte  Montreal has a home form that matches the defensive record Charlotte has, which could make this match a close one. Final Prediction: Both Teams To Score.

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