MLS Predictions

Los Angeles Galaxy

Los Angeles Galaxy

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

23 February 2026

00:00

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New York City

New York City

Los Angeles Galaxy enter the season opener in excellent form, collecting 2.30 points per game across preseason and the end of last season, with a perfect 100% home win rate in their last five at Dignity Health Sports Park. Therefore, we predict a 2-1 home win. Offensively they look dangerous, averaging 2.40 goals per game at home, while conceding just 0.40, and the arrival o ... Read More...

This match will be played on 23 February 2026 at 00:00

San Jose Earthquakes

San Jose Earthquakes

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

03:30

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Sporting Kansas City

Sporting Kansas City

San Jose Earthquakes kick off the new MLS campaign high on confidence after three straight preseason wins, including a confident 2–0 victory over New York City in their final warm-up. As Sporting Kansas City are not regarded as good travellers, we predict a 2-1 home win. San Jose's preseason metrics show strong attacking consistency: 1.40 goals scored per match, 0% failed- ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 03:30

San Diego FC

San Diego FC

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

03:30

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CF Montreal

CF Montreal

San Diego FC begin their inaugural MLS campaign with confidence after a 2–0 win over San Jose Earthquakes in their final friendly, though their 1–0 loss to UNAM Pumas in the CONCACAF Champions League exposed some defensive gaps. Anyhow, we predict a 3-1 home win as Montreal failed to impress in preseason. San Diego's preseason numbers are strong: 2.00 goals scored per ma ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 03:30

Portland Timbers

Portland Timbers

Prediction:
3-2

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

03:30

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Columbus Crew

Columbus Crew

Portland Timbers enter the season opener encouraged by a thrilling 4–3 win over Chicago Fire in their final warm-up match. Given Columbus' attacking potential, we predict a 3-2 home win. The permanent signing of Kristoffer Velde gives Portland attack an important boost, especially given their preseason average of 1.80 goals scored per home match. Despite inconsistency over ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 03:30

Los Angeles FC

Los Angeles FC

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

02:30

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Inter Miami

Inter Miami

Los Angeles FC come into this season opener with serious firepower, highlighted by the permanent signing of Heung-min Son, who could prove a nightmare for opposition defenses. Given Inter Miami's attacking potential with Leo Messi up front, we predict a 2-2 draw. Preseason stats show LAFC averaging 3.30 goals per game, conceding 0.90, and keeping 50% clean sheets at home. Th ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 02:30

Nashville SC

Nashville SC

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

01:30

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New England Revolution

New England Revolution

Nashville are brimming with confidence following a 2-0 CONCACAF Champions League win over Atletico Ottawa. As New England are not considered good travellers, our prediction firmly points toward a 2-1 home win. Despite the departure of Jonathan Perez to Guadalajara, Nashville’s preseason form shows a potent attack, scoring 1.70 goals per game while maintaining an impressive ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 01:30

Houston Dynamo

Houston Dynamo

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

01:30

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Chicago Fire

Chicago Fire

Houston Dynamo kickstart new MLS season in excellent spirits after an impressive preseason run of five straight wins, a clear sign that Ben Olsen’s side are sharpening up in the final third. Given Chicago Fire's attacking potential, our prediction firmly points toward a 2-2 draw. The Orange Crush secured permanent deals for Bogusz, Guilherme, Andrade and Halter, further st ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 01:30

FC Dallas

FC Dallas

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

01:30

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Toronto FC

Toronto FC

FC Dallas kick off the new MLS campaign after an encouraging preseason highlighted by strong home form and several notable additions, including Ran Binyamin, Herman Johansson, Joaquin Valiente, Louicius Deedson and Christian Cappis. Anyhow, we predict a 1-1 draw as the two teams seem to be evenly matched. Their final warm-up ended in a 0–0 draw with Atlanta, but last seaso ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 01:30

Austin FC

Austin FC

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

01:30

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Minnesota United

Minnesota United

Austin FC head into the MLS opener aiming to reset after a shaky preseason, where they went on a four-game winless run and ended with a defeat to Sporting Kansas City. However, we predict a 2-1 home win as the club chiefs did well to reinforce the squad. The headline boost is the arrival of Facundo Torres, a big-money signing expected to lift an attack that averaged just 1.1 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 01:30

Vancouver Whitecaps

Vancouver Whitecaps

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

00:30

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Real Salt Lake

Real Salt Lake

Vancouver Whitecaps FC open the new MLS season looking to stabilize after an inconsistent preseason marked by noticeable ups and downs. As Real Salt Lake are not regarded as good travellers, we predict a 3-1 home win. Vancouver chiefs did well to keep hold of German legend Thomas Muller, whose experience and creativity should elevate the attack. The club also strengthened wi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 00:30

Orlando City

Orlando City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

00:30

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New York Red Bulls

New York Red Bulls

Orlando City aim to kickstart the new MLS campaign in style and with the club chiefs adding several high-profile players to the squad, we predict that they will do so with a 2-1 win over New York Red Bulls. The Lions enter the new season with heavy reinforcement: Tiago, Luis Otavio, Iago Teodoro, Braian Ojeda, Griffin Dorsey, Tyrese Spicer and elite goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 00:30

DC United

DC United

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

22 February 2026

00:30

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Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union

The new MLS season kicks off with a compelling matchup as D.C. United host Philadelphia Union, a fixture historically dominated by the Union, who have won 21 of 39 meetings. As both sides are eager to grab something from Sunday's game, we predict a 1-1 draw. The capital club will try to reverse that trend, but last season’s defensive inconsistency remains a question mark, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 22 February 2026 at 00:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
25 January 2026 • 15:36 UTC • 1 min read
MLS Predictions

Weekly MLS Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our expert tips for the Major League Soccer (MLS), covering the most popular football betting markets such as Match Result, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), Over/Under 2.5 Goals, Total Goals, and Correct Score. Our MLS betting tips are updated weekly to reflect team form, tactical setups, and player availability across both the Eastern and Western Conferences.

MLS Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
Colorado RapidsColorado RapidsFC DallasFC Dallas24/05/2026, 02:30
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Los Angeles GalaxyLos Angeles GalaxyHouston DynamoHouston Dynamo24/05/2026, 03:30
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Columbus CrewColumbus CrewAtlanta UnitedAtlanta United24/05/2026, 22:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Inter MiamiInter MiamiPhiladelphia UnionPhiladelphia Union25/05/2026, 00:00
  • Correct Score: 4-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 14.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Los Angeles FCLos Angeles FCSeattle SoundersSeattle Sounders25/05/2026, 02:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win

MLS Betting Stats and Data

Our MLS betting analysis is based on comprehensive data from North America’s top professional football league. We evaluate essential betting statistics such as goal averages, BTTS rates, and clean sheet frequencies to assess team balance and playing style. These figures are used to generate data-driven football betting tips, highlighting where trends in scoring, home advantage, and defensive reliability align with strong market value. Recent MLS seasons have produced an average of around 2.9 goals per match, with home teams winning roughly 47% of the time. The league’s mix of fast-paced attacking football and travel-related fatigue patterns makes MLS betting tips particularly valuable for goal-oriented markets such as Over 2.5 Goals and Both Teams to Score (BTTS).

MLS Stats (2025)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.66
Away Teams 1.36
Total (Combined) 3.02
29.8 min/Goal (1629 Goals in 540 matches)
47% Clean Sheets (253 times out of 540 matches)
60% Both Teams Scored (322 times out of 540 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 44%
Draw 25%
Away Win 31%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 78%
Over 2.5 59%
Over 3.5 36%
Over 4.5 20%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 22%
Under 2.5 41%
Under 3.5 64%
Under 4.5 80%
MLS Match Stats (2025)
Shots Per Match 25.5
Shots / Match (Home) 14.01
Shots / Match (Away) 11.49
Fouls Per Match 24.19
Fouls / Match (Home) 12.03
Fouls / Match (Away) 12.16
Offsides Per Match 3.53
Players Participated 970

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