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Rapids fined for Mass Confrontation Policy violation

The MLS Disciplinary Committee has held the Colorado Rapids in violation of the Mass Confrontation Policy in the 45th minute of their game against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC on June 1.  This is the third time that the Rapids are violating the policy this season, and a fine of an unmentioned amount has been issued to the club and head coach Chris Armas.  Due to their part in the mass confrontation, defender Lalas Abubakar, midfielders Cole Bassett, Connor Ronan, and Djordje Mihailovic, and forward Kevin Cabral will pay fines for inciting and/or escalating a mass confrontation.

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Atlanta United stun Inter Miami: “This can be a good turning point”

Gonazlo Pineda and Atlanta United have not quite thrown their last punch yet. Atlanta delivered an excellent performance for their head coach who is under-fire on Wednesday night. They ended a nine-game winless skid with their first road win in 2024 regular season, against MLS-leading Inter Miami CF. They beat Miami, 3-1, opened by impressive long-distance shots from Saba Lobjanidze. “We are on the same page. So it’s so big for us and the staff,” Lobjanidze told reporters, after confirming his celebration of his first goal did indeed mean that his partner is pregnant with a baby girl. “We were struggling. The staff, my teammates, players – everyone was struggling the last few games, you know. So if we are winning, we are winning together. If we are losing, we’re losing together. So I said so many times, we just need one game like that and after, the confidence and mentality will be back for sure.” Messi, Miami meet worthy opponents Most shockingly, there was little bunkering or reactivity from Atlanta. They dominated the expected-goals category to 3.4-0.7 and could have scored more, with Miami being slow and weak defensively, especially in transition. For this visit to Chase Stadium, Pineda adopted a 3-4-3 formation in hopes of destroying Miami’s backbone Sergio Busquets, Leo Messi and Luis Suárez. His plan yielded results, thanks to the work of central midfielders Dax McCarthy and Tristan Muyumba, and striker Jamal Thiare. Thiare started up top with Giorgos Giakoumakis in a reverse role as he treats a hamstring issue, going deep to disrupt Busquets’ efforts. “Understanding that Messi and Suárez were going to be on top, I always wanted to have always a 3-v-2 against them,” explained Pineda. “Because I wanted to be protected in the middle of the field in transition moments, or when they were on the ball. We just clogged the middle, we didn’t allow Messi, Suárez to have a lot of freedom there. But I think the players did well, both out of possession, in possession, but also in transition. “We said, their centre backs are good and especially long balls and all that, but the ones that are going to hurt you are Busquets, Messi in the pockets … Dax and Tristan were outstanding in terms of communicating, passing lanes and blocking their passes.” Said Lobjanidze of the tactical adjustment: “It was perfect for this game.” Pineda’s patience yields fruits Atlanta’s poor results and disappointing performances, especially a disheartening streak of four home losses in a row, has stoked fan discontent and set heat on Pineda. He asked for patience and persistence throughout the ordeal, and did the same after this victory. He even hailed the support of travelling Atlanta supporters in Fort Lauderdale. “It was a massive, massive performance,” said Pineda, “but we’ve been playing good. We’ve been playing, maybe not at the same calibre, but something close to this, and we didn’t get many results. Today we did very well in terms of being clinical in key moments, and I think the players deserved every single part of those three points. “It’s tough when you are outplaying certain opponents and creating better expected goals than the opponents, but we didn’t get the three points, and you can lose your confidence at some point. So for me it was a big, big sign of great mentality for the team. But it’s also a reward for the fans, because one thing I really appreciated today was the corner, the back of the goal, it was completely filled by our fans that travelled here trying to motivate our players, and that was amazing.” Charlotte FC and their sparse defence will likely present a different task from wide-open Inter Miami when they visit Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday (4:45 pm ET | Apple TV – Free, FOX). However, Pineda referenced his team’s improving form and the quality and depth it brings. He added that he thought their dedicated mindset was more influential than any tactical additions. “This can be a good turning point, but we still have nothing. We’re still very, very low in the standings,” he said. “I hope this is the beginning for a good stride of games where we have good results, but we have to put the same amount of energy, the same amount of commitment and the same amount of football that we did today.” The Atlanta coach said. Miami, on the other hand, saw a 10-game undefeated run sputter to a halt with the impending departure of Messi and several other key contributors on international duty. For coach Gerardo “Tata ” Martino, the night’s only redeeming feature was the surprise loss of their Supporters’ Shield rivals FC Cincinnati at home to Nashville SC. “The only positive thing about the night is that Cincinnati lost. There’s nothing positive here,” said the Argentine in Spanish after losing to his former club. “We were unrecognisable. A lot of passing errors and disorganisation in recovery. We’re going to work to improve that. Today served as a learning experience, and credit to the adversary.”

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Soccer Predictions Today: New York Red Bulls VS Orlando City Sure Tips

New York Red Bulls and Orlando City join the list of clubs playing in this weekend’s 2024 MLS Season, with a showdown at Red Bull Arena. Don’t miss New York VS Orlando. MatchPlug has the preview of New York VS Orlando, which shows you the Best soccer bets today, picks, odds, and analysis for this match. Predictions and Betting Preview For New York Red Bulls VS Orlando City  Venue: Red Bull Arena. When: Sunday, June 2nd, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams to play: New York and Orlando City. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.77. Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On New York Red Bulls 1XBet Spread: -1 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.77 New York Red Bulls are in fourth place in the MLS table and have been impressive this term. The Red Bulls defeated Charlotte FC by an easy 3-1 score in their previous match and will want to get a similar result today. The Red Bulls have an excellent squad and will want to utilize their impressive run in this match. Players like Emil Forsberg and Lewis Morgan can be dangerous when they play and will want to make their mark this weekend.  Betting On Orlando City 1XBet Spread: +1 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 4.87 Orlando City are in 11th position in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have not played well this season. The guests were in a 1-1 draw with Chicago Fire last week and will need to step up their game today.  Orlando and New York are evenly placed in their head-to-head record and have won nine matches each out of a total of 21 games played between the two clubs. MatchPlug Prediction For New York Red Bulls VS Orlando City  Orlando City have shown glimpses of their ability so far but have not yet made their stride in the league. The New York Red Bulls are the better squad and should win this match. Final Prediction: New York Red Bulls Moneyline.

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Soccer Predictions Today: Inter Miami VS St. Louis City Sure Tips

After witnessing their 10-game undefeated streak end in midweek, Inter Miami wants to bounce back tomorrow, when they host St. Louis City at Chase Stadium. Watch Miami VS Louis. MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Miami VS Louis, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Inter Miami VS St. Louis City  Venue: Chase Stadium, Miami. When: Sunday, June 2nd, 2024. Time: 00:30.  Teams: Miami and St.Louis.  MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.736. Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On Inter Miami 1XBet Spread: -1 1XBet Over/Under: Over 3 1XBet Moneyline: 1.736 With a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps last week, Inter Miami took their unbeaten run into double figures, winning seven and drawing three matches to get a club-record 10-match run in the MLS regular season. But, that streak ended on Wednesday evening, when Atlanta United upset Miami on home field, to win 3-1 in Fort Lauderdale. Messi is on the scoresheet in midweek and is no level on 11 MLS goals with Luis Suarez. However, he will get back to winning before training for the Copa America by playing in Argentina’s two June friendlies. While they took a hit on Wednesday, Miami still tops the Eastern Conference as Cincinnati FC also lost.  Betting On St. Louis City 1XBet Spread: +1 1XBet Over/Under: Under 3 1XBet Moneyline: 4.33 Chasing another trip to the MLS playoffs, St. Louis City cannot match their record-setting debut season in 2023, and are stuck in the mid-table. The Missouri team recently dropped to 11th in the Western Conference, trailing behind in the race for a playoff spot after taking three consecutive losses.  After conceding two times in four minutes halfway through the second half at CityPark, Tomas Totland scored in the last minute, but they could not get an equaliser. Now, St. Louis will face Inter Miami in Florida, having no wins, four draws and two losses on the road so far this campaign. They will visit the south based on hope. MatchPlug Prediction For Inter Miami VS St. Louis City  After a disappointing last match, Inter Miami will be focused on regaining dominance, so St. Louis may bear the brunt. The guests have not done well on the road in 2024, while the home side will score at least once, especially with an abundant attacking talent. Final Prediction: Inter Miami Moneyline.

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Soccer Predictions Today: DC United VS Toronto FC Sure Tips

The 2024 season of  MLS returns with another round of weekend matches, as DC United clashes with Toronto FC in an important contest at Audi Field tomorrow. Both sides have battled inconsistency and would want to win DC VS Toronto. You can find the Soccer Predictions for DC VS Toronto on MatchPlug. We are a reliable Prediction Site for Major League Soccer predictions and previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For DC United VS Toronto FC Venue: Audi Field, Washington DC. When: Sunday, June 2nd, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams to play: DC and Toronto. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.775. Odds presented by 1XBet. Betting On DC United 1XBet Spread: -1 1XBet Over/Under: Under 3.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.775 DC United are in 10th place in the MLS table and have been unstable this term. The hosts fell to a 4-2 loss delivered by CF Montreal in their previous match and need to bounce back tomorrow. DC have a good recent record against Toronto and have won 17 out of the 41 games between the two clubs. The guests have managed 13 wins against DC and will want to cut the deficit in this fixture. Betting On Toronto FC 1XBet Spread: +1 1XBet Over/Under: Over 3.5 1XBet Moneyline: 3.73 Toronto FC are in sixth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have been somewhat impressive this campaign. The Canadian side played out a 0-0 stalemate against Philadelphia Union last week and will need to kick things up a notch today. Toronto have played well this season but have witnessed a slight drop in form. Federico Bernadeschi can be dangerous when he plays and will want to add a goal to his tally in this game. MatchPlug Prediction For DC United VS Toronto FC  DC have flattered to deceive this term but have improved over the past year. However, Toronto is the better club and should win this match. Final Prediction: Toronto FC Moneyline.

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Luca Orellano named Player of the Matchday

Luca Orellano scored his first MLS brace to help FC Cincinnati secure a last minute 4-3 victory at Toronto FC, earning him the Player of the Matchday honors for Matchday 16. Orellano, who evened the match in the 53rd minute and put the guests in front 3-2, now has a record of three goals and three assists in his last seven games. That coincides with Cincinnati’s seven-match winning streak. They are the fourth team in league history to achieve this feat in a single season (excluding the shootout era). FC Cincinnati, who set a club record with a fourth road win in a row, are now 10W-2L-3D on the term, one point behind Inter Miami CF in the Supporters’ Shield race. Orellano is the first Cincinnati player to win MLS Player of the Matchday honors since Luciano Acosta did so on Matchday 34 in 2023. Of all the first 15 Player of the Matchday awards in 2024, nine of them have been awarded to players from South America. Luca is also the youngest player to be named Player of the Matchday this campaign. Luca and Cincinnati will strive to become the second club since 2000 to win up to eight consecutive matches in the same term when they play Nashville SC on Wednesday (7:30 pm | MLS Season Pass) at TQL Stadium.  The MLS Player of the Matcday is chosen each matchday of the regular season through media and fan voting in a process MLS Communications conducts. A panel of journalists from the North American Soccer Reporters (NASR) comprises 75 percent of the vote, while an X (Twitter) fan vote represents the remaining 25 percent of voting. NASR is made up of members of print, television, radio, and online media.

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Soccer Predictions Today: CF Montreal VS Nashville SC Sure Tips

In their first MLS road game under a new manager, Nashville SC will visit Saputo Stadium to face FC Montreal in Montreal VS Nashville on Saturday. MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Montreal VS Nashville, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For CF Montreal VS Nashville SC  Venue: Saputo Stadium. When: Sunday, May 25th, 2024. Time: 00:30.  Teams: Montreal and Nashville.  MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 2.62. Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On CF Montreal 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.62 CF Montreal started the year with much promise, but this has not turned stale, with the team on an eight-match winless run in all contests. After being eliminated from the Canadian Championship by Forge this week (3-2 on aggregate), they’ll focus solely on the MLS campaign, as they have a lot to make up for in the playoff race.  Montreal are 13th in the Eastern Conference, sitting five points behind DC United for the final playoff spot. Entering this game, they are winless in four consecutive games in all competitions at Saputo Stadium, conceding eight goals in their last three MLS home fixtures. If they lose this weekend, it would be the first time they’ve suffered three successive defeats at Saputo in one regular season since 2017. Betting On Nashville SC 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.625 Losing points has become a common occurrence for Nashville SC this season, with the team failing to maintain a second-half advantage in four home encounters this term, losing 11 points as result. The upside is that despite being off to their worst-ever start in an MLS campaign (15 points after 13 matches), they are just two points behind a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Nashville are winless in five consecutive road games in all contests, with the last four ending in a loss. However, the guests have won in two of their three trips to Saputo Stadium. MatchPlug Prediction For CF Montreal VS Nashville SC  Montreal may be in a slump, but experts believe they will recover enough against Nashville that is just as disorganized as the hosts defensively, but are weak when in front. Final Prediction: CF Montreal Moneyline.

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Soccer Predictions Today: Charlotte FC VS Philadelphia Union Sure Tips

MLS returns to action with another round of games this weekend as Philadelphia Union clash with Charlotte FC at the Bank of America Stadium on Sunday. Both teams are powerful when they play and will want to win Charlotte VS Philadelphia. MatchPlug has the preview of Charlotte VS Philadelphia, which shows you the Best soccer bets today, picks, odds, and analysis for this match. Predictions and Betting Preview For Charlotte FC VS Philadelphia Union  Venue: Bank of America Stadium. When: Sunday, May 26th, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams to play: Charlotte and Philadelphia. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 2.51. Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Charlotte FC 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.51 Charlotte FC are in sixth position in the league table presently and have been inconsistent this term. The hosts played out a 0-0 stalemate against Los Angeles Galaxy last week and will need to step up this fixture. Charlotte have managed to secure one win against Philadelphia and will want to even things out this weekend at Bank of America Stadium Betting On Philadelphia Union 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.54 Philadelphia Union are in eigth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate over the past year. The Union blew past New England Revolution by an easu 3-0 scoreline in their last game and will want to achieve a similar result on Sunday.  Philadelphia have a good record against Charlotte FC and have won two out of the four games played between the two clubs. The Union have been impressive over the past year, but have a few amends to make ahead of this fixture. MatchPlug Prediction For Charlotte FC VS Philadelphia Union  Charlotte FC packs a punch on their day, but will facing a powerful opponent on Sunday. Philadelphia Union are the better side and should win the match. Final Prediction: Philadelphia Union.

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Bruno Wilson eligible after Independent Review Panel decision

The Independent Review Panel, made up of one representative from the U.S. Soccer Federation, one representative from the Canadian Soccer Association, and one independent representative chosen by the Professional Referee Organization, has unanimously revoked the one-game suspension and accompanying fine for the red card issued to Bruno Wilson.  The Red card was given to San Jose Earthquakes defender Bruno Wilson in the 72nd minute of San Jose’s game against the Portland Timbers on May 15th.  Wilson is now qualified to play in San Jose’s next regular-season match against Orlando City SC on May 18th.  Every club is entitled to two unsuccessful appeals per season, including the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. Since the Earthquakes’ appeal was a success, they still have their two unsuccessful appeals for any future red cards in the 2024 season. 

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Soccer Predictions Today: Nashville SC VS Atlanta United Sure Tips

Nashville SC and Atlanta United face off in MLS on Saturday with clubs hoping to move up in the Eastern conference standings. Watch Nashville VS Atlanta. MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Nashville VS Atlanta, we are a Sure Prediction Site where you can get previews and picks for all MLS matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Nashville SC VS Atlanta United  Venue: First Tennessee Park. When: Saturday, May 18th, 2024. Time: 18:45.  Teams: Nashville and Atlanta.  MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.94. Odds as provided by 1XBet. Betting On The Nashville SC 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.94 Nashville SC began the year with only one victory in nine games. Their fans could be excused for becoming increasingly frustrated about their season. Although, since then they have gotten two victories in three outings to send them into 10th place, just out of the Final Series playoff spots on goal difference.  Each of Nashville’s three wins in MLS this term have come from home matches, with only one defeat in eight outings. However, no club in the Eastern Conference has played more matches at home than the hosts. This is a total of only four road encounters being played so far where they have secured one point. Betting On Real Salt Lake 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 3.685 Atlanta United began the season on a positive note, securing three victories from five matches. From April 7th till now, Gonzalo Pineda’s club have failed to win in MLS, a skid that has now reached seven outings.  Atlanta’s last three matches ended in losses, losing 1-0 to a Cincinnati FC side that were recording their fifth win in succession was hardly a bad effort. Their road record too leaves a lot to be desired, with just two points and one goal from their five such fixtures in 2024.  MatchPlug Prediction For Nashville SC VS Atlanta United  Despite the close proximity in the table, these two clubs have been in contrasting form lately. With Nashville on an upward curve and with home advantage, experts back them to win Atlanta in this matchup in a convincing manner.  Final Prediction: Nashville SC Moneyline.

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