Venue: CITYPARK, St. Louis, Missouri

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT / 5:30 p.m. PT / 8:30 p.m. ET

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — St. Louis, MO

• Temperature: 70–74°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Clear skies, mild and dry
• Wind: 6–10 mph blowing toward the west goal
• Impact: Ideal attacking conditions; slight boost for long‑range shots and curling crosses.

Injury Report

St. Louis CITY SC

• João Klauss — Out (hamstring)
• Eduard Löwen — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Kyle Hiebert — Out (knee)
• Rasmus Alm — Day‑to‑day (shoulder; game‑time decision)
• Roman Bürki — Healthy

St. Louis remains without Klauss, severely limiting their finishing ability. Defensive depth is also thin without Hiebert.

Los Angeles FC

• Denis Bouanga — Healthy
• Mateusz Bogusz — Probable (illness)
• Aaron Long — Out (hamstring)
• Omar Campos — Probable (ankle)
• Hugo Lloris — Healthy

LAFC’s attack is fully available, but defensive absences—especially Long—could create vulnerabilities.

Team Records & Context

Los Angeles FC: 6‑3‑3 (21 points, 5th in West)

• St. Louis CITY SC: 2‑6‑3 (9 points, 13th in West)
• Goal Differential: LAFC +7, STL -8
• Stakes: LAFC is pushing toward the top four; St. Louis is trying to stop a downward spiral and avoid falling further behind the playoff line.

Recent Team Form

Los Angeles FC

• Last 5: W–D–W–L–W
• Goals For: 9
• Goals Against: 5
• Trend: LAFC is in strong form, driven by Bouanga’s scoring and Bogusz’s creativity. Defense has been solid despite injuries.

St. Louis CITY SC

• Last 5: L–D–L–L–D
• Goals For: 4
• Goals Against: 10
• Trend: St. Louis is struggling on both ends. Without Klauss, they lack a true goal‑scoring threat, and defensive lapses continue to cost them points.

Key Player Matchups

1. Denis Bouanga (LAFC) vs. Jake Nerwinski (STL)

Bouanga’s pace and 1v1 ability are a nightmare matchup. Nerwinski must avoid isolation or LAFC will exploit the right side repeatedly.

2. Eduard Löwen (STL) vs. Ilie Sánchez (LAFC)

Löwen is St. Louis’ primary creator. Ilie’s positioning and ball‑winning will be crucial to limiting his influence.

3. Mateusz Bogusz (LAFC) vs. St. Louis midfield

Bogusz’s ability to drift between lines and create overloads can break St. Louis’ defensive shape.

4. Sam Adeniran (STL) vs. LAFC center‑backs

Adeniran’s physicality and aerial presence are St. Louis’ best chance at generating chances, especially on set pieces.

Series History

• All‑time: LAFC leads 2‑1‑1
• At CITYPARK: St. Louis leads 1‑0‑1
• Recent trend: LAFC won the most recent meeting 2–0 in 2025.

Betting Trends

Los Angeles FC

• 3–1–1 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 4 of last 6
• 2–2–1 in last 5 away matches

St. Louis CITY SC

• 0–3–2 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 3 of last 5
• Conceded 2+ goals in 5 of last 6

Matchup Trends

• Both teams have scored in 3 of last 4 meetings
• Last 4 matchups averaged 2.75 goals
• LAFC has scored 2+ goals in 3 of last 4 vs. STL

MATCH ODDS

Los Angeles FC                  + 140

St. Louis City SC                + 165

Draw                                     + 255

Over 2.5 – 145                   Under 2.5 + 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Allianz Field, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT / 5:30 p.m. PT / 8:30 p.m. ET

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Saint Paul, MN

• Temperature: 63–67°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Clear skies, cool spring evening
• Wind: 5–9 mph blowing toward the east goal
• Impact: Ideal playing conditions; slight boost for long‑range shots and set‑piece deliveries.

Injury Report

Minnesota United FC

• Teemu Pukki — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Bongokuhle Hlongwane — Healthy
• Michael Boxall — Out (hamstring)
• Wil Trapp — Probable (illness)
• Dayne St. Clair — Healthy

Minnesota’s attack is fully available, but the absence of Boxall weakens their defensive organization.

Colorado Rapids

• Rafael Navarro — Probable (groin tightness; expected to play)
• Cole Bassett — Healthy
• Andreas Maxsø — Out (knee)
• Sam Vines — Out (ankle)
• Moise Bombito — Probable (shoulder)

Colorado’s defensive depth is stretched thin, but their midfield and attack remain intact.

Team Records & Context

• Colorado Rapids: 4‑7‑1 (13 points, 12th in West)
• Minnesota United FC: 6‑3‑3 (21 points, 4th in West)
• Goal Differential: COL -6, MIN +4
• Stakes: Minnesota is pushing to stay in the top four; Colorado is trying to stop a slide and stay within reach of the playoff line.

Recent Team Form

Minnesota United FC

• Last 5: W–L–D–W–D
• Goals For: 8
• Goals Against: 5
• Trend: Minnesota is strong at home and efficient in attack. Defensive stability has dipped slightly without Boxall, but the Loons remain one of the West’s most balanced teams.

Colorado Rapids

• Last 5: L–W–L–L–W
• Goals For: 6
• Goals Against: 10
• Trend: Colorado is inconsistent and struggling defensively. Their attack can be dangerous in transition, but they concede too many high‑quality chances.

Key Player Matchups

1. Teemu Pukki (MIN) vs. Moise Bombito (COL)

Pukki’s movement and finishing are elite. Bombito must stay tight and avoid being pulled out of position.

2. Bongokuhle Hlongwane (MIN) vs. Keegan Rosenberry (COL)

Hlongwane’s pace and directness can exploit Colorado’s right side. Rosenberry must avoid isolation in 1v1 situations.

3. Cole Bassett (COL) vs. Wil Trapp (MIN)

Bassett is Colorado’s most consistent creator. Trapp’s positioning and ball‑winning will be crucial to slowing him down.

4. Rafael Navarro (COL) vs. Minnesota center‑backs

Navarro’s physicality and hold‑up play can trouble Minnesota’s weakened back line.

Series History

• All‑time: Minnesota leads 9‑6‑4
• At Allianz Field: Minnesota leads 5‑2‑2
• Recent trend: Minnesota unbeaten in last 4 vs. Colorado (3‑1‑0)

Betting Trends

Minnesota United FC

• 3–1–1 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 3 of last 5
• 4–1–1 at home this season

Colorado Rapids

• 2–3 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 4 of last 6
• 1–4–1 in last 6 away matches

Matchup Trends

• Minnesota has scored 2+ goals in 4 of last 5 vs. Colorado
• Both teams have scored in 3 of last 5
• Last 4 meetings averaged 3.0 goals

MATCH ODDS

Colorado Rapids               + 310

Minnesota United FC     – 135

Draw                                     + 280

Over 2.5 – 160                   Under 2.5 + 125

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City, Kansas

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT / 5:30 p.m. PT / 8:30 p.m. ET

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Kansas City, KS

• Temperature: 69–73°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Clear skies, mild spring evening
• Wind: 7–11 mph blowing toward the north goal
• Impact: Slight boost for long‑range attempts and set‑piece deliveries; otherwise neutral.

Injury Report

Sporting Kansas City

• Alan Pulido — Out (knee)
• Johnny Russell — Probable (hamstring tightness; expected to play 45–60 minutes)
• Erik Thommy — Probable (ankle soreness)
• Andreu Fontàs — Out (calf)
• Daniel Sallói — Healthy

SKC remains severely undermanned in attack without Pulido, and defensive depth is thin without Fontàs.

Los Angeles Galaxy

• Riqui Puig — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Dejan Joveljić — Healthy
• Joseph Paintsil — Probable (illness)
• Miki Yamane — Out (hamstring)
• Jalen Neal — Out (back)

Galaxy’s midfield and attack are intact, but defensive absences remain a concern.

Team Records & Context

• LA Galaxy: 4‑4‑4 (16 points, 7th in West)
• Sporting Kansas City: 1‑8‑2 (5 points, 14th in West)
• Goal Differential: LA +1, SKC -11
• Stakes: Galaxy are trying to climb into the top half of the West; SKC is fighting to stop a disastrous early‑season slide.

Recent Team Form

Los Angeles Galaxy

• Last 5: D–L–W–D–L
• Goals For: 7
• Goals Against: 8
• Trend: Galaxy remain inconsistent but dangerous in possession. Puig and Paintsil are creating chances, but defensive lapses continue to cost points.

Sporting Kansas City

• Last 5: L–L–L–D–L
• Goals For: 3
• Goals Against: 11
• Trend: SKC is in freefall. The attack lacks punch without Pulido, and the defense has been repeatedly exposed in transition.

Key Player Matchups

1. Riqui Puig (LA) vs. Nemanja Radoja (SKC)

Puig’s ability to dictate tempo and break lines is the Galaxy’s biggest advantage. Radoja must stay disciplined to prevent Puig from controlling the midfield.

2. Dejan Joveljić (LA) vs. Robert Castellanos (SKC)

Joveljić’s movement in the box and finishing ability can exploit SKC’s shaky center‑back pairing.

3. Johnny Russell (SKC) vs. Julian Aude (LA)

If Russell is fit enough to start, his directness and left‑footed cut‑ins are SKC’s best chance at generating danger.

4. Joseph Paintsil (LA) vs. Jake Davis (SKC)

Paintsil’s pace and 1v1 ability can stretch SKC’s back line. Davis must avoid being isolated.

Series History

• All‑time: LA Galaxy lead 29‑23‑16
• At Children’s Mercy Park: SKC lead 14‑10‑6
• Recent trend: Galaxy unbeaten in last 3 vs. SKC (2‑1‑0)

Betting Trends

Los Angeles Galaxy

• 1–2–2 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 4 of last 6
• Both teams scored in 7 of last 9

Sporting Kansas City

• 0–4–1 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 3 of last 5
• Conceded 2+ goals in 6 of last 7

Matchup Trends

• Both teams have scored in 5 of last 7 meetings
• Last 4 matchups averaged 3.25 goals
• Galaxy have scored 2+ goals in 3 straight vs. SKC

MATCH ODDS

Los Angeles Galaxy         – 110

Sporting Kansas City       + 250

Draw                                + 275

Over 3.5 + 125                  Under 3.5 – 160

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Toyota Stadium, Frisco, Texas

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT / 5:30 p.m. PT / 8:30 p.m. ET

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Frisco, TX

• Temperature: 79–83°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Clear skies, warm evening
• Wind: 8–12 mph blowing toward the south goal
• Impact: Slight boost for long‑range shots and diagonal crosses; warm conditions may slow tempo late.

Injury Report

FC Dallas

• Jesús Ferreira — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Paul Arriola — Out (hamstring)
• Alan Velasco — Out (ACL recovery)
• Nkosi Tafari — Probable (illness)
• Marco Farfan — Healthy

Dallas remains without Velasco and Arriola, limiting their wing creativity, but Ferreira’s availability keeps the attack dangerous.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

• Ryan Gauld — Healthy
• Brian White — Probable (minor groin tightness; expected to play)
• Andrés Cubas — Probable (ankle)
• Sam Adekugbe — Out (knee)
• Tristan Blackmon — Out (hamstring)

Vancouver’s midfield and attack are intact, but defensive depth is stretched without Adekugbe and Blackmon.

Team Records & Context

• Vancouver Whitecaps FC: 8‑1‑2 (26 points, 1st in West)
• FC Dallas: 5‑3‑4 (19 points, 6th in West)
• Goal Differential: VAN +12, DAL +3
• Stakes: Vancouver is pushing to extend its lead atop the Western Conference; Dallas is trying to solidify its playoff position.

Recent Team Form

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

• Last 5: W–W–D–W–W
• Goals For: 11
• Goals Against: 4
• Trend: Vancouver is one of the hottest teams in MLS. Gauld and White are in elite form, and the midfield trio is controlling games with ease.

FC Dallas

• Last 5: D–W–L–D–W
• Goals For: 7
• Goals Against: 6
• Trend: Dallas is competitive but inconsistent. Their attack is strong at home, but defensive lapses have cost them points.

Key Player Matchups

1. Ryan Gauld (VAN) vs. Asier Illarramendi (DAL)

Gauld’s creativity and ability to break lines is Vancouver’s engine. Illarramendi must limit his touches and prevent him from drifting into half‑spaces.

2. Brian White (VAN) vs. Nkosi Tafari (DAL)

White’s movement in the box is elite. Tafari’s physicality will be crucial to containing him, especially on crosses.

3. Jesús Ferreira (DAL) vs. Ranko Veselinović (VAN)

Ferreira’s ability to drop deep and combine is Dallas’ best chance at unlocking Vancouver’s defense.

4. Andrés Cubas (VAN) vs. Dallas midfield

Cubas’ ball‑winning and distribution can tilt the midfield battle in Vancouver’s favor.

Series History

• All‑time: Vancouver leads 12‑10‑8
• At Toyota Stadium: Dallas leads 7‑4‑3
• Recent trend: Vancouver has won 3 of the last 4 meetings, including a 3–1 victory in 2025.

Betting Trends

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

• 4–0–1 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 3 of last 5
• 3–1–1 in last 5 away matches

FC Dallas

• 2–1–2 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 4 of last 6
• 3–1–1 at home this season

Matchup Trends

• Both teams have scored in 5 of last 7 meetings
• Last 4 matchups averaged 3.0 goals
• Vancouver has scored 2+ goals in 4 of last 5 vs. Dallas

MATCH ODDS

Vancouver Whitecaps FC     + 100

FC Dallas                              + 250

Draw                                     + 245

Over 2.5 – 175                   Under 2.5 + 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Subaru Park — Chester, Pennsylvania

Surface: Kentucky bluegrass

Capacity: 18,500

Venue Context — Subaru Park

• One of MLS’s most wind‑affected stadiums due to its riverfront location
• Narrower-than-average pitch favors high‑pressing teams
• Historically low‑scoring in night matches

Weather Forecast (Chester, PA)

Weather will influence tempo and aerial play.

• Temperature: 61–64°F at kickoff
• Wind: 12–16 mph blowing toward the River End
• Humidity: ~55%
• Rain: 0% — clear, breezy spring night
• Weather Impact:
  • Wind favors direct play and long balls
  • Slightly suppresses finishing quality
  • Could create set‑piece volatility

Injury Report

Philadelphia Union

• Julian Carranza — OUT (ankle ligament damage)
• Jack Elliott — Day-to-day (groin tightness)
• Andre Blake — OUT (knee sprain)
• José Martínez — Healthy
• Mikael Uhre — Probable (minor quad tightness)

Orlando City SC

• Facundo Torres — Probable (ankle bruise)
• Duncan McGuire — Healthy
• Robin Jansson — OUT (hamstring strain)
• Wilder Cartagena — Day-to-day (shoulder soreness)
• Pedro Gallese — Healthy

Team Records & Recent Form

Philadelphia Union (1‑8‑3)

• Last 5: 0‑4‑1
• Home Record: 1‑4‑1
• Goals For: 12
• Goals Against: 24
• Recent Form Notes:
  • Defensive structure has collapsed without Blake
  • Attack generating chances but finishing poorly
  • Midfield turnovers leading to transition goals conceded

Orlando City SC (3‑8‑1)

• Last 5: 2‑3‑0
• Away Record: 1‑4‑0
• Goals For: 14
• Goals Against: 21
• Recent Form Notes:
  • Offense improving with Torres returning
  • Defense inconsistent, especially without Jansson
  • Stronger in transition than in possession

Key Player Matchups

Mikael Uhre (PHI) vs. Rodrigo Schlegel (ORL)

• Uhre’s pace vs Schlegel’s physicality
• Orlando vulnerable to runs in behind
• Advantage: Uhre

Facundo Torres (ORL) vs. Nathan Harriel (PHI)

• Torres excels cutting inside onto his left
• Harriel struggles vs technical wingers
• Advantage: Torres

José Martínez (PHI) vs. César Araújo (ORL)

• Two elite ball‑winning midfielders
• Duel likely dictates tempo
• Advantage: Even

Duncan McGuire (ORL) vs. Union Center Backs

• McGuire’s aerial ability vs Elliott’s uncertain status
• Philadelphia vulnerable on set pieces
• Advantage: McGuire

Series History

• Last 10 Meetings: Philadelphia leads 6‑3‑1
• At Subaru Park: Union unbeaten in last 5 vs Orlando
• Trend: Low‑scoring, physical matches
• Recent: Union won both 2025 meetings

Betting Trends

Philadelphia Union

• Winless in last 7 matches
• Under is 6‑3 in last 9 home games
• Conceded first in 9 of 12 matches

Orlando City SC

• Lost 4 of last 5 away matches
• Over is 4‑1 in last 5 overall
• Scored in 6 straight matches

Head‑to‑Head

• Under is 5‑2 in last 7 meetings
• Home team unbeaten in last 6

MATCH ODDS

Philadelphia Union         + 115

Orlando City SC                + 200

Draw                                     + 265

Over 2.5 – 145                   Under 2.5 + 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New Jersey

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Harrison, NJ

• Temperature: 61–65°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Partly cloudy
• Wind: 6–9 mph blowing toward the north goal
• Impact: Slight boost for long‑range shots and lofted crosses; otherwise neutral.

Injury Report

New York Red Bulls

• Lewis Morgan — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Emil Forsberg — Out (hamstring)
• John Tolkin — Probable (illness)
• Andrés Reyes — Out (knee)
• Cameron Harper — Healthy

Forsberg’s absence removes a major creative piece, but Morgan’s availability keeps the attack dangerous.

Columbus Crew SC

• Cucho Hernández — Probable (hip tightness; expected to play)
• Darlington Nagbe — Healthy
• Diego Rossi — Out (hamstring)
• Aidan Morris — Probable (ankle)
• Rudy Camacho — Out (groin)

Columbus is missing Rossi and Camacho, weakening both their left‑sided attack and defensive structure.

Team Records & Context

• Columbus Crew SC: 3‑6‑3 (15 points, 11th in East)
• New York Red Bulls: 4‑5‑3 (17 points, 8th in East)
• Goal Differential: CLB -3, RBNY -1
• Stakes: Both teams are hovering around the playoff line; this is a critical Eastern Conference swing match.

Recent Team Form

Columbus Crew SC

• Last 5: L–D–W–L–D
• Goals For: 6
• Goals Against: 8
• Trend: Columbus has struggled to find consistency. Without Rossi, the attack relies heavily on Cucho and counterattacking moments.

New York Red Bulls

• Last 5: D–L–W–D–L
• Goals For: 5
• Goals Against: 7
• Trend: The Red Bulls remain defensively solid but inconsistent in the final third. Pressing structure is strong, but finishing has been unreliable.

Key Player Matchups

1. Cucho Hernández (CLB) vs. Sean Nealis (RBNY)

Cucho’s movement and ability to drop deep will test Nealis’ positioning. If Cucho is fully fit, he can exploit gaps behind the press.

2. Lewis Morgan (RBNY) vs. Steven Moreira (CLB)

Morgan is New York’s most dangerous attacker. Moreira must stay tight and avoid giving Morgan space to cut inside.

3. Aidan Morris (CLB) vs. Frankie Amaya (RBNY)

A high‑energy midfield battle. Morris’ ball‑winning vs. Amaya’s distribution will shape tempo.

4. John Tolkin (RBNY) vs. Columbus right flank

Tolkin’s overlapping runs and service from wide areas can create overloads, especially with Columbus missing Camacho.

Series History

• All‑time: Columbus leads 38‑33‑16
• At Red Bull Arena: Red Bulls lead 18‑13‑6
• Recent trend: Columbus unbeaten in last 3 meetings (2‑0‑1), including a 2–1 win in 2025.

Betting Trends

Columbus Crew SC

• 1–3–2 in last 6 matches
• Unders in 4 of last 6
• 0–3–2 in last 5 road matches

New York Red Bulls

• 2–2–2 in last 6 matches
• Unders in 5 of last 7
• 3–1–1 in last 5 home matches

Matchup Trends

• Last 5 meetings averaged 2.2 goals
• Both teams scored in 3 of last 5
• Columbus has scored first in 4 of last 6 vs. RBNY

MATCH ODDS

Columbus Crew SC          + 125

New York Red Bulls         + 170

Draw                                     + 270

Over 3.5 + 120                  Under 3.5 – 150

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT

Surface: Artificial turf

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Foxborough, MA

• Temperature: 59–63°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Partly cloudy with cool spring air
• Wind: 9–13 mph blowing toward the south goal
• Impact: Slight boost for long‑range shots and set‑piece deliveries; otherwise neutral.

Injury Report

New England Revolution

• Giacomo Vrioni — Out (hamstring)
• Carles Gil — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Henry Kessler — Out (ACL recovery)
• Matt Polster — Probable (illness)
• Brandon Bye — Out (knee)

New England’s attack hinges on Gil’s availability. Defensive depth remains thin without Kessler and Bye.

Nashville SC

• Hany Mukhtar — Probable (minor groin tightness; expected to play)
• Walker Zimmerman — Out (knee)
• Shaq Moore — Probable (ankle)
• Tyler Boyd — Healthy
• Sam Surridge — Healthy

Nashville’s defense is weakened without Zimmerman, but the attack is fully available.

Team Records & Context

• Nashville SC: 7‑1‑3 (24 points, 2nd in East)
• New England Revolution: 7‑3‑1 (22 points, 4th in East)
• Goal Differential: NSH +9, NE +4
• Stakes: A top‑four Eastern Conference clash with early‑season seeding implications.

Recent Team Form

Nashville SC

• Last 5: W–W–D–W–L
• Goals For: 9
• Goals Against: 4
• Trend: Nashville is in strong form, driven by Mukhtar’s playmaking and Surridge’s finishing. Defense has held steady despite Zimmerman’s absence.

New England Revolution

• Last 5: W–L–W–W–L
• Goals For: 8
• Goals Against: 6
• Trend: New England has been streaky but dangerous at home. Gil’s return to form has elevated the attack.

Key Player Matchups

1. Carles Gil (NE) vs. Aníbal Godoy (NSH)

Gil is the creative heartbeat of New England. Godoy’s ability to disrupt passing lanes will be crucial to slowing the Revolution’s buildup.

2. Hany Mukhtar (NSH) vs. Dave Romney (NE)

Mukhtar’s movement between the lines is a major threat. Romney must stay compact and avoid being pulled out of position.

3. Sam Surridge (NSH) vs. Andrew Farrell (NE)

Surridge’s aerial presence and hold‑up play can exploit New England’s weakened back line.

4. Nacho Gil (NE) vs. Shaq Moore (NSH)

Nacho Gil’s pace on the wing vs. Moore’s overlapping runs creates a key tactical battle.

Series History

• All‑time: Nashville leads 4‑2‑3
• At Gillette Stadium: Nashville leads 2‑1‑1
• Recent trend: Nashville unbeaten in last 4 vs. New England.

Betting Trends

Nashville SC

• 4–1–1 in last 6 matches
• Unders in 5 of last 7
• 2–1–2 in last 5 away matches

New England Revolution

• 3–2 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 3 of last 5
• 4–1 in last 5 home matches

Matchup Trends

• Both teams have scored in 4 of last 6 meetings
• Last 3 matchups averaged 2.33 goals
• Nashville has scored first in 5 of last 7 vs. NE

MATCH ODDS

Nashville SC                       + 140

New England Revolution              + 180

Draw                                     + 230

Over 2.5 – 120                   Under 2.5 – 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Stade Saputo, Montréal, Québec

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Montréal, QC

• Temperature: 58–62°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Partly cloudy with light evening chill
• Wind: 8–12 mph blowing toward the east goal
• Impact: Slight advantage for long‑range shots and curling crosses; otherwise neutral.

Injury Report

CF Montréal

• Matías Cóccaro — Out (hamstring)
• Samuel Piette — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Victor Wanyama — Out (calf)
• Lassi Lappalainen — Day‑to‑day (shoulder; game‑time decision)
• Joel Waterman — Healthy

Montréal’s midfield depth is thin without Wanyama, but Piette’s availability stabilizes the spine.

Portland Timbers

• Evander — Probable (groin tightness; expected to play)
• Felipe Mora — Out (knee)
• Dario Župarić — Out (ankle)
• Marvin Loría — Out (ACL)
• Santiago Moreno — Healthy

Portland’s attack is intact, but defensive absences—especially Župarić—remain a concern.

Team Records & Context

• Portland Timbers: 4‑6‑1 (13 points, 11th in West)
• CF Montréal: 4‑7‑0 (12 points, 12th in East)
• Goal Differential: POR -4, MTL -9
• Stakes: Both clubs are struggling defensively and need points to stay within reach of the playoff line.

Recent Team Form

Portland Timbers

• Last 5: L–W–L–W–L
• Goals For: 7
• Goals Against: 10
• Trend: Portland alternates between strong attacking performances and defensive collapses. Evander and Moreno are in good form, but the back line remains inconsistent.

CF Montréal

• Last 5: L–L–W–L–L
• Goals For: 5
• Goals Against: 12
• Trend: Montréal has struggled mightily on defense, conceding multiple goals in four of their last five. Their attack is serviceable but lacks a consistent finisher without Cóccaro.

Key Player Matchups

1. Evander (POR) vs. Samuel Piette (MTL)

Evander is Portland’s creative engine. Piette must limit his space between the lines or Montréal will be exposed.

2. Santiago Moreno (POR) vs. Raheem Edwards (MTL)

Moreno’s pace and dribbling can exploit Montréal’s vulnerable left side. Edwards must avoid being caught too high up the pitch.

3. Sunusi Ibrahim (MTL) vs. Portland’s center‑backs

Ibrahim’s movement is dangerous, especially against a Timbers back line missing Župarić. Portland must track his diagonal runs.

4. Diego Chará (POR) vs. Montréal midfield

Chará’s ability to break up play and transition quickly could tilt the midfield battle.

Series History

• All‑time: Portland leads 5‑3‑2
• At Stade Saputo: Montréal leads 2‑1‑1
• Recent trend: Portland won the last meeting 2–1 in 2024.

Betting Trends

Portland Timbers

• Overs in 7 of last 9
• 1–4 in last 5 road matches
• Both teams scored in 6 of last 8

CF Montréal

• 1–4 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 4 of last 5
• Conceded 2+ goals in 4 straight

Matchup Trends

• Last 4 meetings averaged 2.75 goals
• Both teams have scored in 3 of last 4
• Montréal has conceded first in 5 of last 6

MATCH ODDS

Portland Timbers             + 245

CF Montreal Impact        – 110

Draw                                     + 270

Over 3.5 + 140                  Under 3.5 – 175

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT

Surface: Natural grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Washington, D.C.

• Temperature: 66–70°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Partly cloudy
• Wind: 7–10 mph blowing toward the north goal
• Impact: Slight boost for long‑range shots and crosses from the right side; otherwise neutral.

Injury Report

D.C. United

• Christian Benteke — Probable (hip tightness; expected to start)
• Mateusz Klich — Out (knee)
• Aaron Herrera — Probable (ankle soreness)
• Ted Ku‑DiPietro — Healthy
• Tyler Miller — Out (shoulder)

Benteke’s availability is the biggest storyline—D.C.’s attack changes dramatically when he plays.

Chicago Fire FC

• Xherdan Shaqiri — Probable (hamstring tightness; expected to play 45–60 minutes)
• Brian Gutiérrez — Healthy
• Carlos Terán — Out (ankle)
• Federico Navarro — Out (groin)
• Maren Haile‑Selassie — Probable (illness)

Chicago’s midfield depth is stretched thin without Navarro, but their attacking trio is fully available.

Team Records & Context

• Chicago Fire FC: 5‑4‑2 (17 points, 6th in East)
• D.C. United: 4‑4‑4 (16 points, 8th in East)
• Goal Differential: CHI +2, DC -1
• Stakes: Both clubs sit in the middle of the Eastern Conference pack—this is a classic early‑season positioning match.

Recent Team Form

Chicago Fire FC

• Last 5: W–L–W–D–W
• Goals For: 8
• Goals Against: 5
• Trend: Chicago is in one of its best stretches of the season. The attack is clicking, and the defense has stabilized despite injuries.

D.C. United

• Last 5: D–L–W–D–L
• Goals For: 6
• Goals Against: 7
• Trend: D.C. has been inconsistent. Their attack is heavily dependent on Benteke, and defensive lapses have cost them points.

Key Player Matchups

1. Christian Benteke (DC) vs. Rafael Czichos (CHI)

Benteke’s aerial dominance vs. Czichos’ positioning is the matchup that will shape the game. If Benteke is fully fit, Chicago must double him on crosses.

2. Brian Gutiérrez (CHI) vs. Russell Canouse (DC)

Gutiérrez has been Chicago’s creative engine. Canouse’s physicality and ball‑winning will be crucial to slowing him down.

3. Xherdan Shaqiri (CHI) vs. D.C.’s right side

If Shaqiri starts or comes on early, his ability to drift inside and create overloads will test D.C.’s defensive structure.

4. Ted Ku‑DiPietro (DC) vs. Chicago’s midfield

Ku‑DiPietro’s energy and vertical runs can exploit Chicago’s weakened midfield without Navarro.

Series History

• All‑time: Chicago leads 18‑12‑11
• At Audi Field: D.C. leads 6‑4‑3
• Recent trend: Chicago has won 3 of the last 4 meetings, including a 2–1 win in 2025.

Betting Trends

Chicago Fire FC

• 3–1–1 in last 5 matches
• Unders in 4 of last 6
• 2–1–1 in last 4 away matches

D.C. United

• 1–2–2 in last 5 matches
• Overs in 3 of last 5
• 2–2–1 at home this season

Matchup Trends

• Both teams have scored in 5 of last 7 meetings
• Last 3 matchups averaged 2.67 goals
• Chicago has scored 2+ goals in 4 of last 6 vs. D.C.

MATCH ODDS

Chicago Fire FC                 + 145

D. C. United                       + 165

Draw                                     + 240

Over 2.5 – 130                   Under 2.5 + 100

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Venue: TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT

Surface: Hybrid grass

Broadcast: MLS Season Pass (Apple TV)

Weather Report — Cincinnati, OH

• Temperature: 63–67°F at kickoff
• Conditions: Partly cloudy
• Wind: 5–8 mph blowing toward the south goal
• Impact: Mild breeze favors long‑range attempts; otherwise neutral conditions for both clubs.

Injury Report

FC Cincinnati

• Luciano Acosta — Probable (ankle soreness; expected to start)
• Aaron Boupendza — Out (hamstring)
• Miles Robinson — Probable (groin tightness)
• Obinna Nwobodo — Healthy
• DeAndre Yedlin — Healthy

Cincinnati’s attack is limited without Boupendza, but Acosta’s availability is the key factor.

Inter Miami CF

• Lionel Messi — Probable (rest management; expected to play 60–75 minutes)
• Luis Suárez — Probable (knee swelling; expected to start)
• Sergio Busquets — Healthy
• Jordi Alba — Out (calf)
• Facundo Farías — Out (ACL recovery)

Miami’s core remains intact, but Alba’s absence weakens the left flank defensively.

Team Records & Context

• Inter Miami CF: 6‑2‑4 (22 points, 3rd in East)
• FC Cincinnati: 4‑4‑4 (16 points, 8th in East)
• Goal Differential: MIA +6, CIN -1
• Stakes: Miami is pushing toward the top of the conference; Cincinnati is fighting to stay above the playoff line.

Recent Team Form

Inter Miami CF

• Last 5: W–D–L–W–D
• Goals For: 10
• Goals Against: 6
• Trend: Miami’s attack remains elite when Messi and Suárez are on the field. Defensive lapses persist, especially on the counter.

FC Cincinnati

• Last 5: L–W–D–L–D
• Goals For: 5
• Goals Against: 7
• Trend: Cincinnati has struggled to generate consistent offense without Boupendza. Defense has been solid but not airtight.

Key Player Matchups

1. Luciano Acosta (CIN) vs. Sergio Busquets (MIA)

Acosta’s creativity vs. Busquets’ positioning is the tactical centerpiece. If Acosta finds pockets of space, Cincinnati becomes dangerous.

2. Lionel Messi (MIA) vs. Miles Robinson (CIN)

Robinson’s athleticism is crucial to containing Messi’s drifting runs. If Robinson is limited, Miami gains a major advantage.

3. Luis Suárez (MIA) vs. Matt Miazga (CIN)

A physical battle between a veteran striker and a rugged center‑back. Suárez’s movement in the box has been elite this season.

4. Alvas Powell (CIN) vs. Diego Gómez (MIA)

Miami’s right‑sided overloads have been effective. Powell must stay disciplined to prevent cutbacks and late runs.

Series History

• All‑time: Inter Miami leads 4–3–2
• At TQL Stadium: Cincinnati leads 2–1–1
• Recent trend: Miami has won 2 of the last 3 meetings, including a dramatic 3–2 win in 2025.

Betting Trends

Inter Miami CF

• 4–1–2 in last 7 matches
• Overs in 5 of last 7
• 2–1–2 in last 5 away matches

FC Cincinnati

• 1–3–2 in last 6 matches
• Unders in 4 of last 6
• 2–2–1 at home this season

Matchup Trends

• Both teams have scored in 6 of last 8 meetings
• Last 3 meetings averaged 3.3 goals
• Miami has scored 2+ goals in 5 of last 7 matches

MATCH ODDS

Inter Miami FC                  + 105

FC Cincinnati                     + 195

Draw                                     + 295

Over 3.5 – 120                   Under 3.5 – 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026