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Inter Miami CF has been established as the leading contender to win the upcoming MLS Cup. With Lionel Messi at the helm, the team has favorable odds of +400, outpacing other strong competitors. The playoffs commence soon, featuring a best-of-three series against Nashville SC, which marks a critical moment for the team. As the playoff schedule unfolds, fans eagerly await to see if Inter Miami can leverage their star power and performance to clinch the championship.
Miami, FL – Inter Miami CF has emerged as the frontrunner to win the 2025 MLS Cup, according to the latest betting odds from DraftKings. The championship match is set to take place on December 6, aiming to crown the top team in Major League Soccer (MLS).
Inter Miami CF, led by world-renowned player Lionel Messi, holds the favored position with odds of +400. Following closely are the Philadelphia Union with odds of +500, and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, which have odds of +600. San Diego FC, in their inaugural expansion season, have captured attention with odds of +700.
The odds continue with LAFC at +750 and FC Cincinnati at +1000. The Seattle Sounders FC are listed at +1600, while New York City FC and Columbus Crew are both at +2000. Three teams, Charlotte FC, Nashville SC, and Minnesota United FC, share odds of +2500. The Chicago Fire FC, Austin FC, and Portland Timbers are tied at +5000, and FC Dallas holds the position as the least favored with odds of +8000.
First Round Matches and Schedule
The first round of the MLS playoffs features a best-of-three series format, where Inter Miami takes on Nashville SC. The two teams faced each other twice in the current season, with Inter Miami claiming a significant 5-2 victory in their most recent match, during which Messi notably achieved a hat-trick.
Inter Miami secured the third spot in the Eastern Conference, amassing a total of 65 points throughout the regular season. Meanwhile, the Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers advanced to the playoffs after achieving wild-card victories. Chicago won their last match against Orlando City with a score of 3-1, while Portland also defeated Real Salt Lake with an identical score.
Overall Playoff Structure
The playoff schedule is packed, with matches occurring from October 24 through November 9 for the first round. Following this initial phase, the format will transition to single-elimination, beginning with the conference semifinals scheduled for November 22-23, and culminating in the conference finals on November 29-30.
As the 2025 MLS Cup date approaches, the competition among teams is heating up, with Inter Miami CF’s star power and recent performance setting them apart. The playoff series will determine if they can capitalize on their advantages and fulfill the expectations set by their odds.
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Additional Resources
- MLS Soccer: MLS Cup 2025 Odds
- Athlon Sports: Inter Miami vs Nashville SC
- USA Today: MLS Playoff Predictions
- New York Times: MLS Cup 2025 Playoff Bracket
- Sports Illustrated: Complete MLS Cup Playoff Bracket
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