Last Updated on June 13, 2024 2:29 pm by Erwin Noguera
The MLS keeps running as the Western Conference leader, Inter Miami, wants to recover from some unexpected setbacks against Philadelphia. However, it’ll be easier said than done, as Inter’s start-studded squad has been hit by the international compromises this summer.
The locals come from three ties in a row, the latter against Montréal by 2-2.
The Herons come from a 3-3 draw against St. Louis City in a game where Jordi Alba was the hero.
When and Where?
Saturday, June 15, 7:30 pm ET at the Subaru Park
Moneyline odds:
Philadelphia 1.88
Inter Miami 3.68
Draw Offs:
4.05
Where can I watch it?
MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Why Bet on the Philadelphia Union?
Philadelphia has been doing alright, winning four matches, drawing eight, and losing four this season. As said before, they come from three draws, that complement a win and a loss in their last five. Now they’ll want to recover the path of victory against a decimated Inter squad.
Jim Curtin’s men are currently eighth, with only three points separating them and DC United, who are outside the playoff picture. The team has been going slow since May, with only three of their previous ten MLS goals coming in the opening half. We must add that, before their last game, they came from two 0-0 draws, so they were becoming one of the most boring teams to watch in the league.
In 2024, the Union have struggled to get results on their home field, suffering four defeats in the regular season, the most for them in a single domestic campaign since 2018 (six).
Why Bet on Inter Miami?
Inter Miami has been at the helm of the Eastern Conference for the longest time, relying on Leonel Messi’s capabilities along with Luis Suarez on top, as the defense has been generally poor. However, both players are with their national teams to play the Copa América, so they won’t be available for a while.
In what many experts considered an easy game, Tata Martino’s men trailed on three occasions against St. Louis City but found a way back each time. 21 of their 35 domestic points occurred after conceding the opening goal, showcasing both their resilience and defensive flaws. They come from conceding three goals in successive games.
Unsurprisingly, the Herons are at the top of the MLS scoring charts with a league-high 42 goals. Messi and Suarez alone have 24 between the two.
Since a 4-0 defeat at the New York Red Bulls on matchday six, Miami are unbeaten in their last five league contests away from home, their longest run in club history.
Final Betting Analysis: Philadelphia Union vs. Inter Miami
Inter Miami is a young franchise, so there is not much history between the two. They have played eight times for the MLS, with half the games going Philadelphia’s way and the other dividing between Miami’s wins and draws.
Their last game for the national league was a 4-1 in the Union’s favor. However, they last faced the League Cup, and Inter won with the same result.
Lionel Messi suffered a minor hamstring strain for Argentina in a friendly versus Ecuador, and will likely be rested as he prepares to play at the Copa America in the United States. Luis Suarez may not play either after being named to the Uruguay squad for that tournament, while Matias Rojas could be selected for Paraguay.
It’s clear that, without their stars up-front, Inter Miami is a lower-midtable team, and they will lose in this visit against Philadelphia 3-1.
Go for a victory for the locals at 1.88. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $88 for a total payout of $188.
Philadelphia Union vs. Inter Miami Betting Pick: Philadelphia Union
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