Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT

Venue: Allianz Field, Saint Paul, Minnesota

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 19,400

Weather Forecast — Saint Paul, MN

Temperature: 78°F at kickoff

Wind: 6–10 mph west

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~15% chance of light showers

Impact:

Ideal summer conditions for high‑tempo play.

Slight wind may affect long diagonal balls.

Mild humidity favors Minnesota’s vertical transitions.

Team Overview

San Diego FC (5–7–5)

San Diego’s expansion season has been competitive but inconsistent. Their defensive structure has improved, but their attack remains streaky. The midfield has shown promise, and their ability to generate chances through wide play has been a bright spot. However, finishing and late‑game execution remain concerns.

Minnesota United FC (6–6–5)

Minnesota enters in mixed form, but Allianz Field remains one of MLS’s toughest venues. Their attack has been driven by star playmaker Emanuel Reynoso, while Tani Oluwaseyi continues to emerge as a reliable finisher. Defensive lapses have cost them points, but their home performances have been strong.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

San Diego FC

Emanuel Boateng (LW): 4 goals — pace + dribbling

Marcus Ingvartsen (ST): 6 goals — strong finisher

Guido Rodríguez (DM): elite ball‑winner

Pablo Torre (CAM): 3 goals, 5 assists — creative engine

Jake Davis (RB): strong two‑way presence

Koke Vegas (GK): reliable shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Strong wing play

Improved defensive shape

Solid midfield ball‑winning

Dangerous in transition

Weaknesses:

Inconsistent finishing

Vulnerable to high‑tempo attacks

Limited depth in midfield

Minnesota United FC

Emanuel Reynoso (CAM): 5 goals, 7 assists — elite creator

Tani Oluwaseyi (ST): 8 goals — explosive finisher

Bongokuhle Hlongwane (RW): 4 goals — pace threat

Wil Trapp (CM): tempo controller

Dayne St. Clair (GK): strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

Elite playmaking

Strong home form

Dangerous in vertical transitions

Efficient finishing

Weaknesses:

Defensive inconsistency

Vulnerable to wide overloads

Reliance on Reynoso for creativity

Injury Report

San Diego FC

Pablo Torre — Questionable (hamstring)

Jake Davis — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Benji Michel — Out (knee)

Minnesota United FC

Michael Boxall — Questionable (groin)

Joseph Rosales — Out (foot)

Franco Fragapane — Day‑to‑day (hip)

Minnesota’s defensive depth is the bigger concern.

Recent Team Form

San Diego FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 3–4–3

Goals For: 13

Goals Against: 15

Trend: Competitive but inconsistent; attack streaky.

Minnesota United FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 4–3–3

Goals For: 16

Goals Against: 14

Trend: Strong home form; Reynoso driving attack.

Series History

First MLS season for San Diego FC

First‑ever meeting between the clubs

Key Matchups

Emanuel Reynoso vs. Guido Rodríguez

Reynoso’s creativity vs Rodríguez’s ball‑winning. Edge: Reynoso — elite in tight spaces.

Tani Oluwaseyi vs. San Diego Center‑Backs

Oluwaseyi’s pace vs San Diego’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Oluwaseyi — major advantage.

Marcus Ingvartsen vs. Minnesota Back Line

Ingvartsen’s finishing vs Minnesota’s shaky defensive form. Edge: Even — depends on service.

Bongokuhle Hlongwane vs. Jake Davis

Hlongwane’s pace vs Davis’ positioning. Edge: Hlongwane — dangerous in transition.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	San Diego	Minnesota
Goals per match	1.24	1.52
Goals allowed	1.47	1.41
Possession	50%	48%
Passing accuracy	82%	81%
Shots per match	12.3	13.8
Expected goals (xG)	1.18	1.42

Minnesota holds attacking and finishing advantages; San Diego holds slight possession and defensive edges.

Betting Trends

San Diego FC

5–7–5 overall

2–4–3 away

6 of last 9 matches OVER

Defense inconsistent.

Minnesota United FC

6–6–5 overall

4–2–3 at home

5 of last 7 matches OVER

Attack strong at Allianz Field.

MATCH ODDS

San Diego FC                      + 235

Minnesota United FC     + 105

Draw                                     + 295

Over 3 – 115                       Under 3 – 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT

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

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 18,467

Weather Forecast — Kansas City, KS

Temperature: 83°F at kickoff

Wind: 8–12 mph south

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~25% chance of scattered thunderstorms

Impact:

Warm, humid conditions favor Houston’s slower buildup.

Wind may affect long diagonal balls.

Rain risk could quicken the pitch, benefiting SKC’s vertical transitions.

Team Overview

Houston Dynamo FC (8–6–2)

Houston enters in strong form, driven by elite midfield control, improved defensive organization, and a more consistent attack. Their possession‑based structure has been one of the most efficient in MLS, and their ability to break lines through Héctor Herrera remains a major strength.

Sporting Kansas City (4–11–2)

SKC is enduring a difficult season, struggling with defensive lapses, inconsistent finishing, and midfield instability. Their attack shows flashes through Sallói and Pulido, but structural issues have led to one of the worst records in the Western Conference. Home form has been slightly better, but still below expectations.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Houston Dynamo FC

Héctor Herrera (CM): 3 goals, 8 assists — elite distributor

Sebastián Ferreira (ST): 7 goals — strong finisher

Amine Bassi (CAM): 4 goals, 5 assists — creative engine

Adalberto Carrasquilla (CM): dynamic two‑way midfielder

Steve Clark (GK): veteran stability

Team Strengths:

Elite midfield control

Strong possession structure

Efficient chance creation

Reliable defensive shape

Weaknesses:

Occasional finishing inconsistency

Vulnerable to fast counters

Reliance on Herrera for tempo

Sporting Kansas City

Alan Pulido (ST): 6 goals — strong movement

Dániel Sallói (LW): 5 goals — pace + creativity

Erik Thommy (CAM): 4 goals — dynamic playmaker

Nemanja Radoja (DM): ball‑winning presence

Tim Melia (GK): veteran shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Strong wing play

Dangerous in transition

Experienced attacking core

Weaknesses:

Defensive instability

Poor set‑piece defending

Inconsistent midfield control

Injury Report

Houston Dynamo FC

Tate Schmitt — Out (knee)

Franco Escobar — Questionable (hamstring)

Nelson Quiñónes — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Sporting Kansas City

Johnny Russell — Questionable (groin)

Logan Ndenbe — Out (ACL)

Robert Voloder — Day‑to‑day (foot)

SKC’s wing depth is the bigger concern.

Recent Team Form

Houston Dynamo FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 6–2–2

Goals For: 17

Goals Against: 11

Trend: Strong defensive form; Herrera in peak rhythm.

Sporting Kansas City — Last 10 Matches

Record: 2–7–1

Goals For: 12

Goals Against: 21

Trend: Defensive collapse; attack inconsistent.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Houston leads 5–3–2

At Children’s Mercy Park: SKC leads 4–3–3

Houston won the most recent meeting 3–1.

Key Matchups

Héctor Herrera vs. Nemanja Radoja

Herrera’s passing vs Radoja’s ball‑winning. Edge: Herrera — superior vision and tempo control.

Sebastián Ferreira vs. SKC Center‑Backs

Ferreira’s finishing vs SKC’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Ferreira — strong matchup.

Dániel Sallói vs. Griffin Dorsey

Sallói’s pace vs Dorsey’s defensive discipline. Edge: Sallói — dangerous in transition.

Amine Bassi vs. Erik Thommy

Two creative engines battling for midfield influence. Edge: Even — depends on tempo.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	Houston	SKC
Goals per match	1.42	1.26
Goals allowed	1.05	1.84
Possession	54%	48%
Passing accuracy	86%	81%
Shots per match	13.1	11.8
Expected goals (xG)	1.44	1.21

Houston holds major advantages in possession, defensive stability, and chance creation.

Betting Trends

Houston Dynamo FC

8–6–2 overall

3–4–2 away

6 of last 9 matches UNDER

Defense stabilizing.

Sporting Kansas City

4–11–2 overall

2–5–2 at home

7 of last 10 matches OVER

Defense leaking goals.

MATCH ODDS

Houston Dynamo FC       + 125

Sporting Kansas City       + 220

Draw                                     + 255

Over 3 + 110                      Under 3 – 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. CT

Venue: Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 61,500

Weather Forecast — Chicago, IL

Temperature: 79°F at kickoff

Wind: 7–11 mph southwest

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~20% chance of scattered showers

Impact:

Ideal conditions for high‑tempo play.

Slight wind may affect long balls.

Mild humidity favors Charlotte’s possession‑based approach.

Team Overview

Charlotte FC (7–6–4)

Charlotte enters in solid form, driven by improved defensive structure and a more consistent attack. Their midfield has stabilized, and their ability to control tempo has improved significantly. Kerwin Vargas and Liel Abada provide pace and creativity, while Enzo Copetti remains a physical presence up top.

Chicago Fire FC (8–6–2)

Chicago has been one of the Eastern Conference’s most improved sides. Their attack has become more dynamic, their midfield more balanced, and their defensive organization more reliable. Xherdan Shaqiri continues to be the creative hub, while Hugo Cuypers has emerged as a strong finisher.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Charlotte FC

Kerwin Vargas (LW): 6 goals — pace + dribbling

Enzo Copetti (ST): 5 goals — physical target striker

Liel Abada (RW): 4 goals — strong off‑ball movement

Ashley Westwood (CM): tempo controller

Kristijan Kahlina (GK): reliable shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Strong wing play

Improved defensive shape

Efficient counterattacks

Solid midfield control

Weaknesses:

Occasional finishing inconsistency

Vulnerable to high press

Struggles defending late runs

Chicago Fire FC

Hugo Cuypers (ST): 8 goals — clinical finisher

Xherdan Shaqiri (CAM): 5 goals, 6 assists — elite creator

Brian Gutiérrez (CM): dynamic playmaker

Marin Haile‑Selassie (RW): 4 goals — pace threat

Chris Brady (GK): strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

Strong midfield creativity

Efficient finishing

Dangerous in transition

Home‑field advantage

Weaknesses:

Occasional defensive lapses

Vulnerable to wide overloads

Reliance on Shaqiri for creativity

Injury Report

Charlotte FC

Brandt Bronico — Questionable (hamstring)

Ben Bender — Out (knee)

Scott Arfield — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Chicago Fire FC

Carlos Terán — Questionable (groin)

Federico Navarro — Out (foot)

Jairo Torres — Day‑to‑day (hip)

Both teams enter with manageable injury lists.

Recent Team Form

Charlotte FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 5–3–2

Goals For: 15

Goals Against: 12

Trend: Strong defensive form; Vargas in peak rhythm.

Chicago Fire FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 6–2–2

Goals For: 18

Goals Against: 13

Trend: Attack clicking; Shaqiri driving chance creation.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Chicago leads 5–3–2

At Soldier Field: Chicago unbeaten in 4 straight

Charlotte last won in Chicago in 2023.

Key Matchups

Kerwin Vargas vs. Arnaud Souquet

Vargas’ pace vs Souquet’s defensive positioning. Edge: Vargas — explosive in transition.

Xherdan Shaqiri vs. Ashley Westwood

Shaqiri’s creativity vs Westwood’s tempo control. Edge: Shaqiri — superior final‑third impact.

Hugo Cuypers vs. Charlotte Center‑Backs

Cuypers’ movement vs Charlotte’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Cuypers — strong matchup.

Liel Abada vs. Miguel Navarro

Abada’s off‑ball runs vs Navarro’s physical defending. Edge: Even — depends on service.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	Charlotte	Chicago
Goals per match	1.32	1.50
Goals allowed	1.26	1.38
Possession	51%	49%
Passing accuracy	83%	82%
Shots per match	12.4	13.1
Expected goals (xG)	1.29	1.41

Chicago holds slight attacking and finishing advantages; Charlotte holds defensive and possession edges.

Betting Trends

Charlotte FC

7–6–4 overall

3–4–2 away

6 of last 9 matches UNDER

Defense stabilizing.

Chicago Fire FC

8–6–2 overall

5–2–1 at home

5 of last 7 matches OVER

Attack strong at Soldier Field.

MATCH ODDS

Charlotte FC                       + 465

Chicago Fire FC                 – 185

Draw                                     + 375

Over 3.5 + 110                  Under 3.5 – 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. PT

Venue: BC Place, Vancouver, British Columbia

Surface: Artificial Turf

Capacity: 22,120

Weather Forecast — Vancouver, BC

Temperature: 74°F at kickoff

Wind: 3–6 mph northwest

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~10% chance of light showers

Impact:

Ideal conditions for high‑tempo play.

Turf surface favors Vancouver’s vertical transitions.

Mild weather supports LAFC’s possession‑heavy style.

Team Overview

Los Angeles FC (10–5–3)

LAFC enters in strong form, driven by elite midfield control, improved defensive stability, and a front line that has rediscovered its finishing touch. Their possession structure remains one of the best in MLS, and their ability to generate high‑quality chances from wide areas continues to be a major strength.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC (10–3–3)

Vancouver has been one of the league’s most efficient teams, especially at home. Their counterattacking system is thriving, their midfield balance has improved, and their defensive organization has been excellent. BC Place’s turf surface gives them a unique home‑field advantage.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Los Angeles FC

Denis Bouanga (LW): 10 goals, 5 assists — elite finisher

Mateusz Bogusz (CAM): 6 goals, 6 assists — dynamic creator

Cristian Olivera (RW): 5 goals — pace + dribbling

Timothy Tillman (CM): box‑to‑box engine

Hugo Lloris (GK): veteran stability

Team Strengths:

Elite wing play

Strong possession structure

High‑quality chance creation

Improved defensive shape

Weaknesses:

Vulnerable to counters

Occasional finishing inconsistency

Struggles on turf historically

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Brian White (ST): 9 goals — clinical finisher

Ryan Gauld (CAM): 7 goals, 8 assists — elite playmaker

Andrés Cubas (DM): ball‑winning anchor

Ali Ahmed (CM): dynamic two‑way midfielder

Yohei Takaoka (GK): strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

Elite counterattacking

Strong midfield balance

Excellent home form

Efficient finishing

Weaknesses:

Vulnerable to sustained possession

Occasional defensive lapses on crosses

Reliance on Gauld for creativity

Injury Report

Los Angeles FC

Jesus Murillo — Questionable (hamstring)

Omar Campos — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Eddie Segura — Out (knee)

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Sam Adekugbe — Questionable (groin)

Damir Kreilach — Out (foot)

Levonte Johnson — Day‑to‑day (hip)

Both teams enter with manageable injury lists.

Recent Team Form

Los Angeles FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 6–3–1

Goals For: 19

Goals Against: 12

Trend: Strong attacking rhythm; Bouanga in peak form.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 7–2–1

Goals For: 20

Goals Against: 11

Trend: Elite home form; Gauld driving attack.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: LAFC leads 5–3–2

At BC Place: Vancouver leads 3–2–1

Vancouver won the most recent meeting 2–1.

Key Matchups

Denis Bouanga vs. Tristan Blackmon

Bouanga’s finishing vs Blackmon’s physical defending. Edge: Bouanga — too explosive in the final third.

Ryan Gauld vs. Timothy Tillman

Gauld’s creativity vs Tillman’s two‑way coverage. Edge: Gauld — elite passing in tight spaces.

Brian White vs. LAFC Center‑Backs

White’s movement vs LAFC’s inconsistent marking. Edge: White — strong matchup.

Mateusz Bogusz vs. Andrés Cubas

Bogusz’s dynamism vs Cubas’ ball‑winning. Edge: Even — depends on tempo.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	LAFC	Vancouver
Goals per match	1.73	1.67
Goals allowed	1.20	1.06
Possession	55%	47%
Passing accuracy	86%	82%
Shots per match	14.8	12.9
Expected goals (xG)	1.78	1.52

LAFC holds possession and chance‑creation advantages; Vancouver holds defensive and finishing efficiency edges.

Betting Trends

Los Angeles FC

10–5–3 overall

4–3–2 away

6 of last 10 matches OVER

Strong attacking form.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

10–3–3 overall

6–1–1 at home

5 of last 7 matches OVER

Elite home scoring.

MATCH ODDS

Los Angeles FC                  + 250

Vancouver Whitecaps FC              – 100

Draw                                     + 310

Over 3 – 115                       Under 3 – 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Subaru Park, Chester, Pennsylvania

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 18,500

Weather Forecast — Chester, PA

Temperature: 80°F at kickoff

Wind: 5–9 mph southwest

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~20% chance of scattered showers

Impact:

Mild summer conditions favor high‑tempo play.

Slight humidity may slow late‑game pressing.

Light rain risk could quicken the pitch, benefiting Philadelphia’s vertical transitions.

Team Overview

Atlanta United FC (3–11–3)

Atlanta enters in poor form, struggling with defensive structure, midfield cohesion, and finishing consistency. Their attack has been heavily reliant on Thiago Almada’s creativity, but defensive lapses and inconsistent pressing have led to one of the worst records in MLS this season.

Philadelphia Union (3–10–4)

Philadelphia is also enduring a difficult season, far below their usual Eastern Conference standard. Their defense has regressed significantly, and their attack has lacked sharpness. However, Subaru Park remains a difficult venue for visiting teams, and the Union’s vertical transition game still poses threats.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Atlanta United FC

Thiago Almada (CAM): 6 goals, 7 assists — elite creator

Giorgos Giakoumakis (ST): 5 goals — physical finisher

Saba Lobjanidze (RW): 4 goals — pace + dribbling

Bartosz Slisz (DM): ball‑winning presence

Brad Guzan (GK): veteran shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Individual creativity

Strong counterattacking potential

Dangerous in open‑field transitions

Weaknesses:

Defensive instability

Poor set‑piece defending

Inconsistent midfield control

Philadelphia Union

Daniel Gazdag (CAM): 7 goals — penalty + late‑run threat

Julian Carranza (ST): 6 goals — strong movement

Mikael Uhre (ST): 4 goals — pace behind the line

José Martínez (DM): elite ball‑winner

Andre Blake (GK): top‑tier shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Vertical transition game

Strong pressing structure

Dangerous front three

Elite goalkeeping

Weaknesses:

Defensive lapses

Vulnerable to possession‑dominant teams

Inconsistent finishing

Injury Report

Atlanta United FC

Giorgos Giakoumakis — Questionable (hamstring)

Miles Robinson — Out (ankle)

Edwin Mosquera — Day‑to‑day (groin)

Philadelphia Union

Kai Wagner — Probable (calf)

Jack Elliott — Questionable (hip)

Quinn Sullivan — Out (knee)

Both teams enter with defensive concerns.

Recent Team Form

Atlanta United FC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 1–6–3

Goals For: 10

Goals Against: 21

Trend: Defensive collapse; Almada carrying attack.

Philadelphia Union — Last 10 Matches

Record: 2–5–3

Goals For: 12

Goals Against: 18

Trend: Attack inconsistent; defense struggling.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Philadelphia leads 6–2–2

At Subaru Park: Union unbeaten in 6 straight

Atlanta last won in Chester in 2019.

Key Matchups

Thiago Almada vs. José Martínez

Almada’s creativity vs Martínez’s ball‑winning. Edge: Almada — superior dribbling and passing range.

Julian Carranza vs. Atlanta Center‑Backs

Carranza’s movement vs Atlanta’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Carranza — major advantage.

Daniel Gazdag vs. Bartosz Slisz

Gazdag’s late runs vs Slisz’s defensive positioning. Edge: Gazdag — strong finishing.

Saba Lobjanidze vs. Kai Wagner

Lobjanidze’s pace vs Wagner’s overlapping threat. Edge: Even — depends on Wagner’s fitness.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	Atlanta	Philadelphia
Goals per match	1.17	1.26
Goals allowed	1.95	1.74
Possession	51%	47%
Passing accuracy	83%	80%
Shots per match	12.1	13.4
Expected goals (xG)	1.19	1.28

Both teams struggle defensively; Philadelphia holds slight attacking and chance‑creation edges.

Betting Trends

Atlanta United FC

3–11–3 overall

1–6–2 away

7 of last 10 matches OVER

Defense leaking goals.

Philadelphia Union

3–10–4 overall

2–5–3 at home

6 of last 8 matches OVER

Attack inconsistent but defense porous.

MATCH ODDS

Atlanta United FC            + 365

Philadelphia Union         – 145

Draw                                     + 315

Over 3 – 105                       Under 3 – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New Jersey

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 25,000

Weather Forecast — Harrison, NJ

Temperature: 81°F at kickoff

Wind: 6–10 mph southwest

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~15% chance of light showers

Impact:

Ideal conditions for high‑tempo pressing.

Slight humidity may slow Orlando’s defensive transitions.

Red Bulls’ aggressive press thrives in mild summer weather.

Team Overview

Orlando City SC (6–9–2)

Orlando enters in inconsistent form, struggling to find rhythm in the attacking third. Their defensive structure has been shaky, especially against high‑pressing teams. Facundo Torres remains the focal point of the attack, but Orlando’s midfield has lacked cohesion.

New York Red Bulls (6–7–4)

The Red Bulls continue to rely on their trademark high‑pressing system. Their home form has been strong, and their defensive intensity often overwhelms opponents. Lewis Morgan and Dante Vanzeir have been key contributors, and the midfield has improved its ball‑winning efficiency.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Orlando City SC

Facundo Torres (RW): 7 goals — primary creator

Duncan McGuire (ST): 6 goals — strong hold‑up play

Nicolás Lodeiro (CAM): 4 assists — veteran playmaker

Wilder Cartagena (DM): ball‑winning presence

Pedro Gallese (GK): elite shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Strong individual attacking talent

Dangerous in transition

Reliable goalkeeping

Weaknesses:

Defensive lapses

Struggles against high press

Inconsistent midfield control

New York Red Bulls

Lewis Morgan (LW): 9 goals — elite finisher

Dante Vanzeir (ST): 5 goals — pace + movement

John Tolkin (LB): overlapping threat

Emil Forsberg (CAM): 3 goals, 5 assists — creative engine

Carlos Coronel (GK): strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

High‑tempo pressing

Strong wing play

Efficient chance creation

Home‑field advantage

Weaknesses:

Vulnerable to counters

Occasional finishing inconsistency

Can be exposed centrally if press is broken

Injury Report

Orlando City SC

Robin Jansson — Questionable (hamstring)

Rafael Santos — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Jack Lynn — Out (knee)

New York Red Bulls

Sean Nealis — Questionable (groin)

Cameron Harper — Day‑to‑day (foot)

Serge Ngoma — Out (hamstring)

Red Bulls enter slightly healthier overall.

Recent Team Form

Orlando City SC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 3–5–2

Goals For: 12

Goals Against: 18

Trend: Attack inconsistent; defense struggling vs high‑tempo teams.

New York Red Bulls — Last 10 Matches

Record: 5–3–2

Goals For: 16

Goals Against: 13

Trend: Strong home form; press creating chances.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Red Bulls lead 5–3–2

At Red Bull Arena: Red Bulls unbeaten in 5 straight

Orlando last won in Harrison in 2018.

Key Matchups

Facundo Torres vs. John Tolkin

Torres’ creativity vs Tolkin’s overlapping and defensive discipline. Edge: Torres — but Tolkin’s pressing can disrupt him.

Duncan McGuire vs. Andrés Reyes

McGuire’s physicality vs Reyes’ aerial strength. Edge: Even — depends on service.

Emil Forsberg vs. Wilder Cartagena

Forsberg’s creativity vs Cartagena’s ball‑winning. Edge: Forsberg — superior passing range.

Lewis Morgan vs. Orlando Back Line

Morgan’s finishing vs Orlando’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Morgan — major advantage.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	Orlando	Red Bulls
Goals per match	1.26	1.52
Goals allowed	1.68	1.41
Possession	49%	46%
Passing accuracy	82%	79%
Shots per match	11.7	14.3
Expected goals (xG)	1.21	1.48

Red Bulls hold advantages in chance creation, pressing efficiency, and defensive stability.

Betting Trends

Orlando City SC

6–9–2 overall

2–5–2 away

7 of last 10 matches OVER

Defense leaking goals.

New York Red Bulls

6–7–4 overall

4–2–3 at home

5 of last 7 matches OVER

Press generates high‑tempo games.

MATCH ODDS

Orlando City SC                + 180

New York Red Bulls         + 120

Draw                                     + 310

Over 3.5 – 130                   Under 3.5 – 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Stade Saputo, Montréal, Québec

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 20,801

Weather Forecast — Montréal, QC

Temperature: 78°F at kickoff

Wind: 4–8 mph northeast

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~20% chance of light showers

Impact:

Mild temperatures favor high‑tempo play.

Light wind has minimal effect on long balls.

Slight rain risk could quicken the pitch, benefiting New England’s vertical attack.

Team Overview

New England Revolution (9–5–2)

New England enters in strong form, driven by improved defensive organization and a balanced attack. Their midfield has been one of the most efficient in MLS, and their ability to control tempo has been a major factor in their climb up the Eastern Conference table.

CF Montréal (4–10–3)

Montréal continues to struggle with consistency, especially defensively. Their attack has shown flashes, but structural issues in midfield and a lack of finishing have led to dropped points. Home form has been slightly better, but still below league average.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

New England Revolution

Carles Gil (CAM): 5 goals, 7 assists — elite playmaker

Giacomo Vrioni (ST): 7 goals — strong target striker

Tomás Chancalay (LW): 4 goals — pace + creativity

Matt Polster (CM): defensive anchor

Henrich Ravas (GK): reliable shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Elite midfield creativity

Strong defensive shape

Efficient chance creation

Dangerous on set pieces

Weaknesses:

Occasional finishing inconsistency

Vulnerable to fast counterattacks

Reliance on Gil for creativity

CF Montréal

Matías Cóccaro (ST): 6 goals — physical finisher

Dominique Badji (FW): 4 goals — pace threat

Victor Wanyama (DM): midfield anchor

Rida Zouhir (CM): emerging playmaker

Jonathan Sirois (GK): strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

Physical forward play

Strong ball‑winning midfield

Home‑field energy

Weaknesses:

Defensive lapses

Limited creativity in the final third

Struggles against possession‑dominant teams

Injury Report

New England Revolution

Brandon Bye — Out (ACL)

Dylan Borrero — Questionable (hamstring)

Andrew Farrell — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

CF Montréal

Matko Miljevic — Out (knee)

Lassi Lappalainen — Questionable (groin)

George Campbell — Day‑to‑day (foot)

New England enters healthier overall.

Recent Team Form

New England Revolution — Last 10 Matches

Record: 6–2–2

Goals For: 17

Goals Against: 10

Trend: Strong defensive form; Gil in peak playmaking rhythm.

CF Montréal — Last 10 Matches

Record: 2–6–2

Goals For: 11

Goals Against: 20

Trend: Defensive struggles; inconsistent attack.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: New England leads 6–3–1

At Stade Saputo: Even split (3–3–1)

New England won the most recent meeting 2–0.

Key Matchups

Carles Gil vs. Victor Wanyama

Gil’s creativity vs Wanyama’s physicality. Edge: Gil — too much vision and passing range.

Giacomo Vrioni vs. Montréal Center‑Backs

Vrioni’s hold‑up play vs Montréal’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Vrioni — strong matchup.

Matías Cóccaro vs. Dave Romney

Cóccaro’s physicality vs Romney’s positioning. Edge: Romney — disciplined defender.

Tomás Chancalay vs. Zachary Brault‑Guillard

Chancalay’s pace vs Brault‑Guillard’s overlapping tendencies. Edge: Chancalay — dangerous in transition.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	New England	Montréal
Goals per match	1.47	1.05
Goals allowed	1.00	1.74
Possession	53%	48%
Passing accuracy	85%	81%
Shots per match	13.2	10.4
Expected goals (xG)	1.41	1.12

New England holds major advantages in chance creation, defensive stability, and midfield control.

Betting Trends

New England Revolution

9–5–2 overall

4–3–1 away

6 of last 9 matches UNDER

Strong defensive consistency.

CF Montréal

4–10–3 overall

3–4–2 at home

7 of last 10 matches OVER

Defense leaking goals.

MATCH ODDS

New England Revolution              + 245

CF Montreal Impact        + 110

Draw                                     + 260

Over 2.5 – 130                   Under 2.5 + 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Surface: Bermuda Grass

Capacity: 21,000

Weather Forecast — Fort Lauderdale, FL

Temperature: 86°F at kickoff

Wind: 8–12 mph east

Humidity: Very high

Rain: ~35% chance of scattered thunderstorms

Impact:

Heavy humidity slows pressing and favors possession teams.

Rain risk increases unpredictability and benefits strong set‑piece sides.

Miami’s technical midfield thrives in warm, sticky conditions.

Team Overview

Columbus Crew SC (5–8–4)

Columbus enters struggling for consistency after a midseason slump. Their possession‑based system remains intact, but defensive lapses and inconsistent finishing have cost them points. Cucho Hernández continues to be the focal point of the attack, but the midfield has lacked stability.

Inter Miami CF (11–2–4)

Miami is one of MLS’s top teams, driven by elite attacking chemistry, strong midfield control, and improved defensive organization. Their home form has been exceptional, and their star‑powered attack remains one of the most dangerous in the league.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Columbus Crew SC

Cucho Hernández (ST): 9 goals — explosive finisher

Diego Rossi (LW): 5 goals, 4 assists — pace + creativity

Darlington Nagbe (CM): possession anchor

Aidan Morris (CM): ball‑winning engine

Patrick Schulte (GK): strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

Possession structure

Strong wing play

High‑tempo transitions

Weaknesses:

Defensive inconsistency

Vulnerable to elite playmakers

Struggles closing matches

Inter Miami CF

Lionel Messi (CAM): 10 goals, 11 assists — elite creator

Luis Suárez (ST): 12 goals — clinical finishing

Sergio Busquets (DM): tempo controller

Jordi Alba (LB): overlapping threat

Drake Callender (GK): reliable shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Elite chance creation

Strong possession control

High‑level finishing

Veteran leadership

Weaknesses:

Vulnerable to pace in transition

Occasional defensive gaps

Heavy reliance on Messi for creativity

Injury Report

Columbus Crew SC

Christian Ramírez — Questionable (hamstring)

Will Sands — Out (ACL)

Mohamed Farsi — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Inter Miami CF

Jordi Alba — Probable (calf)

Sergio Busquets — Day‑to‑day (hip)

Facundo Farías — Out (knee)

Miami’s core stars are expected to play.

Recent Team Form

Columbus Crew SC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 3–4–3

Goals For: 14

Goals Against: 17

Trend: Attack inconsistent; defense struggling vs top teams.

Inter Miami CF — Last 10 Matches

Record: 7–2–1

Goals For: 23

Goals Against: 12

Trend: Elite attacking form; strong home performances.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Miami leads 6–3–1

At Chase Stadium: Miami has won 4 straight

Columbus last won in Miami in 2021.

Key Matchups

Lionel Messi vs. Aidan Morris

Messi’s playmaking vs Morris’ ball‑winning. Edge: Messi — too much creativity in tight spaces.

Luis Suárez vs. Columbus Center‑Backs

Suárez’s movement vs Crew’s inconsistent marking. Edge: Suárez — clinical finishing.

Cucho Hernández vs. Drake Callender

Cucho’s explosiveness vs Callender’s positioning. Edge: Even — depends on service.

Diego Rossi vs. Jordi Alba

Rossi’s pace vs Alba’s experience. Edge: Rossi — speed advantage, especially if Alba is limited.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	Columbus	Miami
Goals per match	1.47	2.05
Goals allowed	1.63	1.26
Possession	52%	58%
Passing accuracy	84%	88%
Shots per match	12.9	15.4
Expected goals (xG)	1.38	1.92

Miami holds major advantages in chance creation, finishing, and defensive stability.

Betting Trends

Columbus Crew SC

5–8–4 overall

2–5–3 away

6 of last 8 matches OVER

Defense leaking goals.

Inter Miami CF

11–2–4 overall

7–1–1 at home

5 of last 7 matches OVER

Elite home scoring.

MATCH ODDS

Columbus Crew SC          + 400

Inter Miami FC                  – 160

Draw                                     + 320

Over 3.5 – 105                   Under – 3.5 – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

Surface: Bermuda Grass

Capacity: 20,000

Weather Forecast — Washington, D.C.

Temperature: 84°F at kickoff

Wind: 7–12 mph southeast

Humidity: High

Rain: ~25% chance of scattered showers

Impact: Humid conditions slow pressing intensity; slight rain risk favors Nashville’s defensive structure.

Team Overview

Nashville SC (12–2–3)

Nashville enters as one of MLS’s most defensively dominant teams. Their low‑block structure, elite organization, and counterattacking efficiency have made them one of the toughest sides to break down. Hany Mukhtar remains the creative engine, and the front line has improved its finishing consistency.

D.C. United (5–5–7)

D.C. United has been inconsistent but competitive. Their attack shows promise, especially through Benteke’s aerial dominance and Klich’s midfield creativity. However, defensive lapses and inconsistent pressing have cost them points. Audi Field remains a difficult venue for visiting teams.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

Nashville SC

Hany Mukhtar (CAM): 7 goals, 8 assists — elite playmaker

Sam Surridge (ST): 6 goals — strong hold‑up play

Jacob Shaffelburg (LW): 4 goals, pace threat

Walker Zimmerman (CB): Defensive anchor

Joe Willis (GK): Reliable shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Elite defensive structure

Efficient counterattacks

Strong aerial presence

Mukhtar’s creativity

Weaknesses:

Low shot volume

Occasional reliance on set pieces

Limited midfield depth

D.C. United

Christian Benteke (ST): 10 goals — dominant target striker

Mateusz Klich (CM): 4 goals, 6 assists — midfield creator

Theodore Ku‑DiPietro (CAM): 3 goals — emerging playmaker

Aaron Herrera (RB): Strong two‑way fullback

Alex Bono (GK): Solid shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Strong aerial attack

Physical midfield

Home‑field advantage

Benteke’s hold‑up play

Weaknesses:

Defensive inconsistency

Vulnerable to counters

Struggles against compact defensive blocks

Injury Report

Nashville SC

Walker Zimmerman — Probable (ankle)

Aníbal Godoy — Questionable (hamstring)

Randall Leal — Out (knee)

D.C. United

Christian Benteke — Probable (groin tightness)

Russell Canouse — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

Mohamed Jeahze — Out (foot)

Nashville’s midfield depth is the bigger concern; D.C.’s attack hinges on Benteke’s availability.

Recent Team Form

Nashville SC — Last 10 Matches

Record: 7–1–2

Goals For: 17

Goals Against: 8

Trend: Elite defensive form; Mukhtar in strong rhythm.

D.C. United — Last 10 Matches

Record: 3–3–4

Goals For: 14

Goals Against: 16

Trend: Competitive but inconsistent; defensive lapses remain.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Nashville leads 5–3–2

At Audi Field: Even split (2–2–1)

Nashville won the most recent meeting 2–1.

Key Matchups

Hany Mukhtar vs. Mateusz Klich

Mukhtar’s creativity vs Klich’s midfield control. Edge: Mukhtar — more decisive in the final third.

Christian Benteke vs. Walker Zimmerman

Benteke’s aerial dominance vs Zimmerman’s elite positioning. Edge: Even — depends on Zimmerman’s fitness.

Sam Surridge vs. D.C. Center‑Backs

Surridge’s hold‑up play vs D.C.’s inconsistent defensive line. Edge: Surridge — strong matchup.

Jacob Shaffelburg vs. Aaron Herrera

Shaffelburg’s pace vs Herrera’s defensive discipline. Edge: Herrera — but Shaffelburg can break lines.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	Nashville	D.C. United
Goals per match	1.47	1.29
Goals allowed	0.94	1.52
Possession	46%	49%
Passing accuracy	81%	83%
Shots per match	12.8	11.4
Expected goals (xG)	1.36	1.22

Nashville holds defensive and finishing advantages; D.C. holds slight possession and passing edges.

Betting Trends

Nashville SC

12–2–3 overall

5–1–2 away

7 of last 10 matches UNDER

Elite defensive consistency.

D.C. United

5–5–7 overall

3–2–4 at home

6 of last 8 matches OVER

Attack strong at home; defense inconsistent.

MATCH ODDS

Nashville SC                       + 135

D. C. United                       + 190

Draw                                  + 250

Over 2.5 – 110                   Under 2.5 – 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026

Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio

Surface: Kentucky Bluegrass

Capacity: 26,000

Weather Forecast — Cincinnati, OH

Temperature: 79°F at kickoff

Wind: 5–9 mph southwest

Humidity: Moderate

Rain: ~15% chance of light showers

Impact: Ideal conditions for high‑tempo play; slight humidity may slow late‑game pressing.

Team Overview

San Jose Earthquakes (10–4–3)

San Jose enters as one of the Western Conference’s most balanced and efficient teams. Their counterattacking structure has been elite, their defensive shape significantly improved, and their attacking trio continues to produce high‑quality chances. Espinoza remains one of MLS’s most dangerous creators, and Ebobisse’s finishing has been reliable.

FC Cincinnati (6–6–5)

Cincinnati has been inconsistent but remains dangerous at home. Their possession‑heavy style and wingback‑driven attack still create problems for opponents, but defensive lapses have cost them points. Lucho Acosta remains the heartbeat of the team, capable of unlocking defenses with a single pass.

Current Rosters — Key Contributors

San Jose Earthquakes

Cristian Espinoza (RW): 6 goals, 9 assists — elite creator

Jeremy Ebobisse (ST): 8 goals — strong hold‑up play

Jackson Yueill (CM): 3 goals, 5 assists — midfield anchor

Rodrigues (CB): Defensive leader

Daniel (GK): Excellent shot‑stopper

Team Strengths:

Counterattacking efficiency

Strong wing play

Improved defensive shape

Set‑piece threat

Weaknesses:

Occasional midfield gaps

Vulnerable to high press

Reliance on Espinoza for creativity

FC Cincinnati

Lucho Acosta (CAM): 7 goals, 7 assists — elite playmaker

Aaron Boupendza (ST): 6 goals — dynamic finisher

Obinna Nwobodo (DM): Ball‑winning machine

Alvaro Barreal (LWB): 4 assists — dangerous in wide channels

Roman Celentano (GK): Strong reflexes

Team Strengths:

Creative midfield

Strong wingback play

High‑tempo pressing

Home‑field advantage

Weaknesses:

Defensive inconsistency

Vulnerable to counters

Occasional finishing inefficiency

Injury Report

San Jose Earthquakes

Nathan — Out (ACL recovery)

Jamiro Monteiro — Questionable (hamstring)

Benji Kikanović — Day‑to‑day (ankle)

FC Cincinnati

Matt Miazga — Questionable (groin)

Sergio Santos — Out (hamstring)

Ian Murphy — Probable (knee)

Cincinnati’s defensive health is the bigger concern.

Recent Team Form

San Jose Earthquakes — Last 10 Matches

Record: 6–2–2

Goals For: 18

Goals Against: 11

Trend: Strong defensive form; Espinoza in peak playmaking rhythm.

FC Cincinnati — Last 10 Matches

Record: 4–3–3

Goals For: 15

Goals Against: 14

Trend: Inconsistent but competitive; Acosta carrying the attack.

Series History

Last 10 meetings: Cincinnati leads 5–3–2

At TQL Stadium: Cincinnati unbeaten in 4 straight

San Jose last won in Cincinnati in 2019.

Key Matchups

Cristian Espinoza vs. Alvaro Barreal

Espinoza’s crossing + creativity vs Barreal’s attacking wingback role. Edge: Espinoza — more consistent final‑third production.

Lucho Acosta vs. Jackson Yueill

Acosta thrives between lines; Yueill must track him tightly. Edge: Acosta — elite playmaker in home environment.

Jeremy Ebobisse vs. Matt Miazga (if healthy)

Ebobisse’s physicality vs Miazga’s aerial strength. Edge: Even — depends on Miazga’s fitness.

Boupendza vs. Rodrigues

Boupendza’s pace vs Rodrigues’ positioning. Edge: Rodrigues — strong one‑on‑one defender.

Statistical Comparison (2026)

Category	San Jose	Cincinnati
Goals per match	1.58	1.32
Goals allowed	1.05	1.47
Possession	49%	53%
Passing accuracy	82%	85%
Shots per match	13.4	12.1
Expected goals (xG)	1.42	1.28

San Jose holds defensive and finishing advantages; Cincinnati holds possession and passing advantages.

Betting Trends

San Jose Earthquakes

10–4–3 overall

4–3–2 away

6 of last 9 matches UNDER

Strong defensive consistency.

FC Cincinnati

6–6–5 overall

4–2–3 at home

5 of last 7 matches OVER

Attack strong at home; defense inconsistent.

MATCH ODDS

San Jose Earthquakes    + 245

FC Cincinnati                     – 110

Draw                                     + 325

Over 3.5 – 130                   Under 3.5 + 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 31, 2026