MLS Match Preview: Inter Miami FC (6-3-5) vs. CF Montreal Impact (1-9-5)

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Game Overview

Inter Miami enters this match looking to snap a four-game winless streak, having drawn 3-3 against Philadelphia Union in their last outing. Despite their struggles, Miami remains a dangerous attacking team, scoring seven goals in their last three away matches but conceding 10 goals in that span.

CF Montreal, meanwhile, has endured a disappointing season, sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. They were up 2-0 early against LAFC in their last match but failed to hold on, settling for a 2-2 draw. Montreal has dropped four points from winning positions in their last three games.

Team Comparisons

CategoryInter MiamiCF Montreal
Conference Rank6th placeLast place
Goals Scored2.20 per game1.10 per game
Goals Conceded1.90 per game2.30 per game
Home Record3-2-12-4-0 (Away)
Last 5 MatchesL-W-L-D-L-DL-W-D-L-D

Inter Miami has been stronger offensively, averaging 2.20 goals per game, while Montreal has struggled, scoring just 1.10 goals per game.

Key Players to Watch

Inter Miami

Lionel Messi (FW) – Miami’s top scorer, expected to lead the attack.

Javier Mascherano (Coach) – Looking to stabilize Miami’s defense and end their winless streak.

Drake Callender (GK) – Out with a sports hernia, replaced by newly signed William Yarbrough.

CF Montreal

Marco Donadel (Coach) – Needs to find a way to stop Montreal’s defensive collapses.

Top Scorers – Montreal has struggled to find consistent goal-scoring threats.

Matchup Breakdown

Miami’s Attack vs. Montreal’s Defense – Miami has scored seven goals in their last three matches, while Montreal has conceded five first-half goals on the road this season.

Home vs. Away Performance – Miami has been solid at home, while Montreal has won two of their last three visits to Fort Lauderdale.

Defensive Struggles – Both teams have dropped points due to defensive lapses, making this a potentially high-scoring affair.

MATCH ODDS

Inter Miami FC – 235      Draw + 390               CF Montreal Impact + 475

Over 2.5 + 120                  Under 2.5 – 150

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 27, 2025

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