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Inter Miami CF has established itself as the frontrunner to win the upcoming MLS Cup, driven by star player Lionel Messi. With recent impressive performances, including a hat-trick by Messi, the team’s odds stand at +400, making them the favorites among competitors. As the playoffs approach, many are eager to see if Inter Miami can maintain their momentum through the initial rounds, where they will face Nashville SC. With strong odds and a promising season behind them, the team’s prospects look bright as they vie for the prestigious title.
Miami, FL – Inter Miami CF has emerged as the favorite to win the 2025 MLS Cup, according to the latest betting odds released by DraftKings. With star player Lionel Messi leading the team, Inter Miami’s odds stand at +400, making them the top pick among all 16 teams in the MLS playoffs.
The 2025 MLS Cup is scheduled for December 6, and the playoff format kicks off with a best-of-three series in the first round. Inter Miami will face Nashville SC in this initial round, a team they have already bested twice during the regular season, including a recent match where Messi scored a remarkable hat-trick, contributing to a 5-2 victory.
Following Inter Miami, the Philadelphia Union are the second favorites to win the Cup with odds of +500. The Vancouver Whitecaps FC come in third at +600. Another intriguing team in the mix is San Diego FC, who are in their expansion season and are already drawing attention with odds of +700. The Los Angeles FC follows close behind at +750, while FC Cincinnati is listed at +1000.
Other teams in the playoff hunt include Seattle Sounders FC with odds of +1600, and New York City FC along with Columbus Crew, both tied at +2000. Charlotte FC, Nashville SC, and Minnesota United FC share odds of +2500, while Chicago Fire FC, Austin FC, and Portland Timbers are listed at +5000. FC Dallas finds itself as the least favored team, with odds of +8000.
As the playoffs progress, notable matches are set to take place from October 24 to November 9. The playoff structure will switch to a single-elimination format after the initial round, with the conference semifinals scheduled for November 22-23, and the conference finals taking place on November 29-30. The Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers recently secured their playoff positions through wild-card victories, with Chicago winning their last match 3-1 against Orlando City and Portland eliminating Real Salt Lake with the same scoreline.
Inter Miami secured the third spot in the Eastern Conference with a total of 65 points this season. The team’s performance, particularly the recent matches, has positioned them as a formidable contender in the playoffs. With Lionel Messi’s influence and a strong overall team performance, many fans and analysts are eagerly anticipating how far Inter Miami can go in the 2025 MLS Cup chase.
As the playoffs draw near, both fans and sports analysts will closely watch how the initial matches unfold, which could set the tone for the entire playoff run. Only time will tell if Inter Miami can capitalize on their momentum and meet expectations as the leading favorites to lift the MLS Cup.
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- 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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