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Soccer Predictions Today: Vancouver Whitecaps VS Austin FC Sure Tips

May 5, 2024 No Comments

In a match between one of the hottest clubs in the MLS and one of the top teams in the Western Conference, Austin FC will visit BC Place Stadium today to face the Vancouver Whitecaps. Tune into Vancouver VS Austin. MatchPlug has the preview of Vancouver VS Austin, which shows you the Best soccer bets today, picks, odds, and analysis for this match. Predictions and Betting Preview For Vancouver Whitecaps VS Austin FC Venue: BC Place Stadium. When: Sunday, May 5th, 2024. Time: 03:30. Teams to play: Vancouver and Austin. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.61. Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Vancouver Whitecaps 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.61 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Over 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.60 After a successful month of April, where they lost only one of their four MLS matches, the Vancouver Whitecaps briefly return home this weekend. Shockingly, their home form has been one of the weaker areas of their performance this season, with Vancouver dropping points in three of their five league matches at BC Place. The Whitecaps are the only club in the MLS that has found the back of the net in all their matches played in MLS this season. They are tied for the third-most goals scored in the Western Conference (18). Vancouver has a 100% record versus Austin at the BC Place Stadium, delivering multiple times in all those home matches. Betting On Austin FC 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 5.1 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 5.00 Austin FC suddenly transformed from a club that seemed to be heading down a familiar losing path at the start of the year, to one that has been gathering wins with its razor-sharp defence. Austin went winless in their first five games of the 2024 regular season but have lost just one of their last five encounters since then. They conceded only once in their previous three matches. Only three of their 14 goals scored over this domestic campaign have happened in the opening half, two of which were last weekend against the Los Angeles Galaxy. Austin has won once at home against the Whitecaps (3-0 in 2022). This was the same year they won for the first time on Canadian soil, beating CF Montreal 1-0 at Saputo Stadium. MatchPlug Prediction For Vancouver Whitecaps VS Austin FC Having Andras Cubas back should give the Whitecaps some stability in the midfield, and enable them to defeat Austin. Cubas’ ability to shoot balls is one of the best in the league, and analysts believe this will allow Vancouver’s powerful attack to have an edge. Final Prediction: Vancouver Whitecaps Moneyline.

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi named MLS Player of the Month

May 3, 2024 No Comments

After a record run of form with Inter Miami CF, Lionel Messi has received the award for MLS Player of the Month for April 2024. The Argentine player No. 10 had six goals and four assists (10 goal contributions) in April despite playing only in four matches. This outstanding offensive output guided Miami to a 3W-0L-1D record and the Supporters’ Shield lead. The club also paced MLS in points per game (1.91), goals scored (26) and goal differential (+10). Out of the 12 goals Miami scored in April, Messi contributed to 10 of them, scoring game-winners against Nashville SC (April 20) and the New England Revolution (April 27). Additionally, he became the first player in MLS history to record multiple goal contributions in five successive matches. Messi’s 16 goal contributions (9g/7a) after his first seven matches for Miami in the 2024 season are the most ever scored. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner surpasses record holders Thierry Henry (13 in 2012) and Carlos Vela (13 in 2019). Messi becomes Miami’s second Player of the Month of the 2024 season after fellow FC Barcelona legend Luis Suárez received the award for February/March. He is now a 10-time Player of the Month winner. This is in addition to his eight with Barcelona and one with Paris Saint-Germain to add to his latest recognition. Messi and Inter Miami come home this Saturday to host the New York Red Bulls in a battle of Eastern Conference giants. The MLS Player of the Month is voted upon by a panel of select national media members in a process overseen by MLS Communications.

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Wanyama battles for starting spot at Montréal after pre-season setback

April 29, 2024 No Comments

Victor Wanyama faces an uphill battle to regain a prime spot with Montréal. He entered as a substitute in the 64th minute in a recent pre-season match against Tamper Bay. Despite his efforts, Montréal couldn’t turn the tide. The club ended the pre-season poorly with a 4-1 defeat. Wanyama’s diminished role under the previous coach led to tensions, facing exclusion for much of the previous season. He is now determined to earn back his place. However, he will face fierce competition from younger talents. Notable contenders to consider include Nathan Saliba, Samuel Piette, and Ilias Iliadis. Wanyama joined CF Montréal from Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer in 2020. He made an impactful debut, providing an assist in a CONCACAF Champions League match against C.D. Olimpia. In November 2021, he captained the team to victory in the Canadian Championship Final. Wanyama saw his contract expire in December 2022. During his three seasons with the club, Wanyama’s contributions included five goals and eight assists in 80 MLS games. He was featured predominantly as a starter in 78 of those matches. Despite initially planning not to renew his contract, Wanyama later signed a two-year extension with the club in January 2023. “We are glad to have concluded a new deal with Victor and that he remains with us,” said the Montréal club vice-president Olivier Renard back then. “During the last three seasons, he has been an important player on the field and in the locker room.” “When I arrived here, I believed in the club’s project. As we continue to grow, this is even more true,” said Wanyama upon his extension. “I am eager to continue bringing my best for my teammates, the coaching staff, and the Montréal supporters.” Wanyama’s career before Montréal Born Victor Mugubi Wanyama in 1991, Wanyama is widely considered Kenya’s first Premier League representative. Known as “Big Vic” for his imposing physique, he began his career at Kamukunji High School and later joined JMJ Academy. Wanyama joined various clubs after his graduation, including Nairobi City Stars and AFC Leopards, in his homeland. In 2011, Wanyama made a significant move to Celtic FC after impressing with Beerschot AC, becoming the first Kenyan to feature in the Scottish Premier League. His standout moment came when he scored against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League. He moved to Southampton in the Premier League in 2013 for a then-record fee for a Scottish club at £12.5 million. His next transfer rumors linked him with Arsenal. However, Wanyama joined Tottenham Hotspur in 2016. This move reunited him with former manager Mauricio Pochettino. He made significant contributions during his time with Spurs before making the move to MLS in 2020. Backing up Kenya Despite a budding international career, Wanyama has also played for the Kenyan national team. His position earned him over 60 caps since his debut at just 15 years old. He announced his retirement from international football in September 2021 due to being sidelined during the 2022 World Cup qualifiers. However, the former Harambee Stars captain later reversed his decision. Wanyama’s return was announced after a meeting with Kenya’s Sports Minister, Ababu Namwamba, in 2022. His decision aligned with FIFA lifting a ban on Kenya’s football federation (FKF), which was reinstated by the government after facing corruption allegations. Despite the much-celebrated announcement, Wanyama has not yet made any appearance with the team ever since. It is also unlikely that the player will be present for the upcoming CHAN 2024 despite his country being one of the co-hosts. Kenya, alongside Uganda and Tanzania, will co-host the 2024 CHAN tournament in September. Wanyama has hinted at a possible comeback to the Harambee Stars if issues with the federation are resolved. He stressed the importance of professionalism and better treatment of players in several interviews. His potential return could spark excitement among local bettors, as Kenya is catching up with the trends of crypto sports betting in Nigeria. But the current roster of Harambee Stars so far doesn’t include his name. The Kenyan national football team is currently led by head coach Engin Firat and captained by Michael Olunga. Firat announced its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against Gabon and Seychelles on 16 and 20 November 2023. Notable players selected include Patrick Matasi, Aboud Omar, Teddy Akumu, and Eric Johanna Omondi.

Bouanga saves LAFC with late golazo: “I’m addicted to victory”

April 28, 2024 No Comments

Denis Bouanga proved that he was the Black & Gold’s stoppage-time saviour for the second week in a row. He found a 92nd-minute winner against the Portland Timbers on Saturday evening. Bouanga’s efforts was enough to give LAFC a 3-2 win at BMO stadium, despite witnessing a two-goal lead slip on the road in the second half. “I hate to lose, I just want to win,” Bouanga said post-match via a translator. “I’m addicted to victory. I know if I can score in the [92nd] minute, I’ll do everything. I love to hear the fans chanting my name. Because, you see, I’m addicted to victory and I love it too much to stay at a tie.” Bouanga who was the Landon Donovan MVP runner-up and Golden Boot last year in an award awarded by Audi, has six goals in his last six games. His latest masterpiece was after a 95th-minute equalizer against the New York Red Bulls, securing a 2-2 draw last weekend. After failing to score in LAFC’s first four games this campaign. The Gabon international seems to have found his groove. However, head coach Steve Cherdunolo still expects more. “As finishing in the box – yes. I think that his timing of runs and him being dangerous – yes, in possession. So if you are just thinking final third, I think he is improving there for sure,” Cherundolo said. “But leading up to the final third, I think he has a lot of improvement to go. And it’s not so much that he needs to improve, a player of his age and his ability, but it’s more of just being consistent with his decision-making along the lines of our game model. I think that would go a long way for the group, more importantly, and of course for Denis himself. “The game, from our end into the own box or the final third, should be very simple and very repetitive and very predictable for your own teammates. Unfortunately, his decision-making doesn’t make it predictable at times, and you can throw a few guys in that same boat as well.” Bouanga is putting balls in the back of the net when it matters the most. During Matchday 11, that meants securing three points after Portland dropped to 10 men when Diego Chara receieved a red card in the 76th minute. The next step? For LAFC and Bouanga to secure a result much earlier. “I know that a game can last all the way to 94 minutes or more,” Bouanga said. “So to be able to do this for my team, whether with an assist or a goal, is always great. But if we can make a decision much earlier in the game that would be great as well.”

Diego Gómez out six weeks with ankle injury

April 23, 2024 No Comments

Inter Miami CF midfielder Diego Gómez will be absent for six weeks. This was after a high-grade ankle sprain in the first half of the club’s Matchday 10 win over Nashville SC. Miami is anticipating Gómez’s injury status, after he left the club’s 3-1 victory over Nashville SC on a stretcher with a sprained ankle. Diego fell with a non-contact injury in the 38th minute after pushing Nashville’s keeper Elliot Panicco near the goal line. His efforts earned Miami a corner kick that led to Sergio Busquets’ goal. It also inspired Lionel Messi to offer the club their first lead. “They took him to the hospital to get an X-ray. It was an ankle sprain,” head coach Gerardo Martino said post-match of the 21-year-old, who has 2 goals and 5 assists on the campaign. Gómez was fresh off a ‘Team of the Matchday’ award that Audi-worthy presented in Matchday 9. Gómez could become Inter Miami’s latest high-profile injury, after Federico Redondo and Facundo Farías. Benjamin Cremaschi made his season debut in Matchday 9 following January hernia surgery. Messi, a lead scorer is also weeks removed from a hamstring injury. Now Gómez’s short-term status is questionable, and probably his availability for Paraguay at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. “What we saw was an ankle sprain. We need to find out whether it was a regular sprain or whether there’s anything serious with the bone, and that’s what [we’re] trying to rule out now,” Martino added. “He was in a lot of pain, the ankle was swollen. But we can’t make any suppositions.”

Soccer Predictions Today: New York City VS DC United Sure Tips

April 20, 2024 No Comments

In their third match in their current five-game home matches, New York City FC hosts DC United at Citi Field. Watch New York VS DC. MatchPlug has the preview of New York VS DC, which shows you the Best soccer bets today, picks, odds, and analysis for this match. Predictions and Betting Preview For New York City VS DC Venue: Citi Field. When: Sunday, April 21st, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams to play: New York and DC. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.929. Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On New York City 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.929 BetMGM Spread: BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.95 New York City won for the first time this year after scoring the opening goal, and they have the chance on Sunday to win consecutive home matches for the first time this year. The club is no two points behind the playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, securing at least a point in three successive league fixtures. They are undefeated in their last 11 regular season home games against teams in their conference. Meanwhile, New York has at least a point in three successive games played at Citi Field in this competition dating back to last season, two of which were wins. With only eight home appearances this year, New York has gathered four fewer points than they had at this stage of the last season. Betting On DC United 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 3.86 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 3.60 DC United started well last week but finished poorly, failing to win for the third time in their last four MLS outings when leading in the second half. That is five dropped when leading in the final 45 minutes, putting them outside the final playoff spot on goal difference. A win or draw this weekend will give DC points in five successive MLS away games in the same campaign for the first time since 2011, when they were undefeated in seven straight road games. United have not won New York away from home since a 2-1 win in 2022 at Red Bull Arena, their only away win against them in this competition. MatchPlug Prediction For New York City VS DC United New York will be more confident entering this game after their performance last weekend. Experts believe their individual quality will outlast a DC side, who look better than their recent result shows, but without Klich, they might find piercing New York’s backline hard. Final Prediction: New York City Moneyline.

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

April 20, 2024 No Comments

Toronto VS New England is an MLS fixture held on Sunday, April 21st, at the BMO Field. MatchPlug presents the Soccer Predictions today for Toronto 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 Toronto FC VS New England Revolution Venue: BMO Field. When: Sunday, April 21st, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams: Toronto FC and New England Revolution. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 2.43. Odds as provided by 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On Toronto FC 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.43 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.30 Toronto has been inconsistent despite showing signs of genius. This match with New England gives them a chance to end their three-game skid as they continue to aim for the MLS Cup Playoffs. The last time these clubs met, Toronto scored a win thanks to a single goal from Lorenzo Insigne. The hosts have a good home form for this campaign, while the guests perform poorly on the road. Betting On the New England Revolution 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.845 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Over 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.87 New England Revolution is the underdog in this matchup. After getting beat 9-2 on aggregate in the CONCACAF Champions Cup by Mexico’s Club America, they succumbed to a 2-0 loss against New York City. These road losses mean New England has managed only one win in the last possible eight. This Sunday game is important to both teams. A victory for the Revolution could put them in 13th place ahead of Nashville, who have a tough match against Inter Miami this weekend. MatchPlug Prediction For Toronto FC VS New England Revolution Toronto will want to win and advance a few positions in the Eastern Conference standings. They could finish the week in fifth position if Atlanta, Charlotte and Montreal draw or lose their matches. Either way, they’re the favourites to win over New England. Final Prediction: Toronto FC Moneyline.

Lionel Messi wins first prestigious MLS award since Inter Miami transfer

April 18, 2024 No Comments

Lionel Messi has been awarded MLS Player of the Matchday for the first time since he joined Inter Miami, with a lead role against Sporting Kansas City. Messi received the award after a stunning performance against Kansas City. This puts him in record books alongside USMNT legend Landon Donovan and Thierry Henry. The Argentine phenom was magical in that matchup, as he scored one and secured another in a 3-2 win for Miami. Messi’s success was witnessed by over 72,000 spectators at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City; the fourth-largest attendance for an MLS fixture. Lionel’s strike in that game was outstanding, as he fired home from outside the box while teaming up with Diego Gomez in the 18th minute. Luis Suarez delivered the decisive goal for Inter Miami as they reached the top of the Eastern Conference. Lionel Messi’s efforts have been recognised with MVP honours for Matchday 9. This is not surprising as he has become the first player to deliver at least five goals and the same number of assists through his first five games of the year. Messi has also joined other greats like Landon Donovan, Arsenal legend Thierry Henry and Raul Diaz Acre in scoring at least 10 goal contributions through five matches to start an MLS campaign.

Soccer Predictions Today: CF Montreal VS Cincinnati Sure Tips

April 13, 2024 No Comments

CF Montreal will host Cincinnati at Stade Saputo in Major League Soccer on Sunday. Watch Montreal VS Cincinnati. You can find the Soccer Predictions for Montreal VS Cincinnati on MatchPlug. We are a reliable Prediction Site for Major League Soccer predictions and previews. Predictions and Betting Preview For CF Montreal VS Cincinnati Venue: Stade Saputo. When: Sunday, April 14th, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams to play: Montreal and Cincinnati. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 2.48. Odds presented by 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On CF Montreal 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.74 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Over 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.70 CF Montreal got off to a great start this season, but a series of setbacks have ruined their scores from those games. They enter this matchup on the back of three straight league losses, with 10 goals conceded. The Canadian side will hope to get back to winning ways in their first home match of the season. Montreal is 11th in the Eastern Conference table with seven points but has one game in hand. They and Cincinnati have won each other in previous meetings, with the last one ending in a 1-1 draw. The hosts won last at Saputo in October 2023, drawing once and losing once since then, Betting On Cincinnati 1XBet Spread: 0 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 2.48 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 2.45 Cincinnati could have been at the top spot, but after losing five points in their last two games, they have been stuck in fifth position. But, they still stare at the summit, only two points behind Eastern Conference leaders, New York Red Bulls. The guests could make it through if they defeat Montreal. FC Cincy won the MLS regular season in 2023 but crashed out in the Playoffs Conference finals, after a 3-2 defeat to Columbus Crew. They have never won an MLS Cup but will try this season. Cincinnati has been defeated just once in their last five away matches. MatchPlug Prediction For CF Montreal VS Cincinnati CF Montreal are the favourites to win this matchup over FC Cincinnati based on home advantage. Final Prediction: FC Cincinnati.

Soccer Predictions Today: Charlotte VS Toronto FC Sure Tips

April 13, 2024 No Comments

Charlotte will host Toronto at Bank of America Stadium in Major League Soccer on Sunday for Charlotte VS Toronto. The clubs will want to return to winning after losing their last matches. Charlotte lost 1-0 to New England, while Toronto lost to Vancouver in a 4-0 loss. The hosts could enter the top six in the Eastern Conference if they play well tomorrow. MatchPlug has the preview of Charlotte VS Toronto, which shows you the Best soccer bets today, picks, odds, and analysis for this match. Predictions and Betting Preview For Charlotte VS Toronto FC Venue: Bank of America Stadium. When: Sunday, April 14th, 2024. Time: 00:30. Teams to play: Charlotte and Toronto FC. MLS Picks: MONEYLINE 1.60. Odds provided by 1XBet and BetMGM. Betting On Charlotte 1XBet Spread: -1.5 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 1.62 BetMGM Spread: BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 1.60 Charlotte enters this match fresh off an excellent home record. They are undefeated at home in their last 10 games in every competition. But, they lost 1-0 to Toronto they last met at BMO Field in Ontario. The hosts must avoid a loss, as three teams trail them closely. Charlotte’s major weakness this season is in their defence. They have scored six goals and given up six in seven rounds of matches in MLS. Their offense isn’t bad but their efforts are quelled by the defence and this could be a huge problem for the team. Betting On Toronto FC 1XBet Spread: +1.5 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5 1XBet Moneyline: 5.26 BetMGM Spread: – BetMGM Over/Under: Under 2.5 BetMGM Moneyline: 5.25 Toronto is two positions above Charlotte in the Easter Conference standings (7th and 9th) on 10 and 8 points respectively. The guests could suffer a drop if they don’t win on Sunday, as Atlanta United and DC United also have 10 points. Toronto could also enter second place if they win and the results are in their favour. The Reds finished 19th place last season and could not qualify for the playoffs, which is, their main goal for the new campaign. They seem to be enjoying an early momentum this term and will want to maintain it. But, Toronto’s results on the road have not been encouraging enough, with three losses in five outings. MatchPlug Prediction For Charlotte VS Toronto FC Toronto will be confident in their superior head-to-head stat as they face Charlotte. But, they only have one victory at the Bank of America Stadium, which was a 2022 MLS clash that ended 2-0 in their favour. Charlotte are the favourites based on home advantage. Final Prediction: Charlotte FC Moneyline.

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