Inter Miami remains the clear MLS odds favourite despite its recent comprehensive 4-1 setback against Nashville SC, which is tied with the Vancouver Whitecaps for the second-shortest odds at the BetMGM sportsbook.
The Whitecaps won for the first time in three matches, beating the Seattle Sounders 2-0.
MLS Championship Odds 2026
MLS Cup Prediction: Who Will Win the MLS Cup in 2026?
I predict Inter Miami will win the MLS Cup in 2026.
I’m not in the least bit concerned about the Herons’ 4-1 loss to Nashville SC, which has the inside track to winning the Supporters’ Shield. Enduring a downswing, a temporary malaise, was always going to be on the cards for Inter Miami after the World Cup.
Despite Lionel Messi’s awe-inspiring endurance and ability to age like fine wine, he’s human.
The 39-year-old went through an emotional rollercoaster by leading his nation to the World Cup final. It will take him some time to recover mentally, but I expect him to be ready when it matters most: the playoffs.
MLS Cup Favourites
Los Angeles FC suffered its first setback in six league matches, losing 1-0 to San Diego. That defeat saw its soccer odds decrease from +600 to +800.
Marc Dos Santos’ team remains among the five favourites, trading at the fourth-shortest odds, just ahead of the surging Chicago Fire.
The Fire have seen their odds improve from +2500 to +1100 in the past two weeks, thanks to their fifth win in the previous seven matches.
Philadelphia Union has won four straight, keeping its perfect post-World Cup record alive with a 3-2 comeback victory over New York City FC.
The Whitecaps sit on top of the Western Conference after their win against the Sounders.
Despite being the class of the West, I don’t think they’ll have enough to overcome the Herons in the postseason, particularly after losing Sebastian Berhalter on loan to Middlesbrough.
Nashville, meanwhile, poses the biggest threat to Inter Miami in the East. The summer signing of Elias Saad from FC Augsburg has strengthened its attack, making it arguably the most potent team going forward. Saad created two goals against the Herons on the weekend in his first start.
CF Montreal and Toronto FC remain near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, with Toronto three points ahead of its Canadian rivals.
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