⚽ FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami Prediction & Odds: MLS Betting Preview for May 13

Messi leads Miami into a battle between high-octane attacks in Wednesday's match against Cincinnati.
Lionel Messi is the focus of our FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami prediction.
Pictured: Lionel Messi is the focus of our FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami prediction. Photo by Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images.
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FC Cincinnati welcome Inter Miami to the TQL Stadium in search of consecutive home victories for the first time this season. However, my FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami prediction backs the visitors to maintain their place near the top of the Major League Soccer table with a victory.

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami come into this game with the best record on the road in MLS, legitimizing their place as the +105 favorites to beat +210 Cincinnati. The action begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on Apple TV.


🔮 FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami best bets

See all of our experts' soccer picks based on the latest odds from the best sports betting sites.; picks rated on a 1-to-5 star confidence scale based on betting value.

Bet  Odds  Units Confidence
Inter Miami ML +105 via bet365  1.5u -> 1.57u  ⭐⭐⭐
Lionel Messi anytime goal -130 via DraftKings 1u -> 0.77u  ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Total wagered: 2.5 units | Max profit:  2.34 units


⚽ FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami prediction

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Inter Miami ML (+105) 

With both teams possessing elite attacking units, there should be plenty of chances at either end of the field on Wednesday night. Cincinnati has the second-best scoring record in the league with 24 goals in 12 games, but Miami will have the edge against a defense that's conceded the third-most goals this season.

Although travelling to Cincinnati on short rest isn't ideal, Inter Miami have the talent and depth to cope with the inconvenience and continue the push to defend their MLS title.

Cincinnati will try to suffocate Miami's build-up play, but expect Miami to take advantage of defensive vulnerabilities that have surfaced far too often for a team trying to maintain a place in the playoff race.

Score prediction: Inter Miami 3, FC Cincinnati 2


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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami (-130) 

A perennial threat to score in any game, we're backing Lionel Messi to do what he does best and add to his nine MLS goals against FC Cincinnati.

The nature of a quick turnaround for both teams might lead to an increase in fouls. Cincinnati could try to disrupt Miami's movement around the box with tactical fouls, which would lead to an increase in opportunities for Messi to score if there's a set-piece within 25 yards of the goal.

Aside from free-kick opportunities, there will be chances for Messi to score when Cincinnati pushes up the field to support attackers in the Miami end. One turnover could spell disaster for the home side.


📊 FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami odds

Moneyline (3-way)

  • FC Cincinnati: +210 ($10 to win $11.60)
  • Inter Miami: +105 ($10 to win $21)
  • Tie: +300 ($10 to win $30)

Spread

  • FC Cincinnati: +0.5, -140 ($10 to win $7.14)
  • Inter Miami: -0.5, +100 ($10 to win $10)

Over/Under total goals

  • Over 3.5 goals: -125 ($10 to win $8.60)
  • Under 3.5 goals: -111 ($10 to win $9.09)

📈 FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami betting trends

FC Cincinnati Statistic Inter Miami
4-4-4 (6th) Season record 6-4-2 (3rd)
5-3-6 H2H record 6-3-5
2-3-0 Last 5 games 3-1-1
Tied 2-2 vs. Charlotte Previous result Won 4-2 vs. Toronto FC
FC Cincinnati have avoided defeat five times domestically when conceding the opening goal. Key stat Inter Miami are enjoying a seven-game unbeaten run on the road, winning six and drawing one.

🌤️ FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami weather

The 30% chance of rain in Cincinnati on Wednesday could make for a slick playing surface, while 16 mph winds could affect long balls and the accuracy of set pieces. Otherwise, conditions should be decent for the game, with temperatures dipping to around 45 in the evening.


💡 How I'm betting FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami

Even though they're at home, Cincinnati's defense is too shaky to trust against last season's champions. And since Inter Miami have the best road record (6-1-1), it seems natural to back one of the league's most talented teams to secure three points Wednesday.

The odds of Messi finding the back of the net are always decent, but his availability for Wednesday may be limited given that Miami only had four days' rest after their win over Toronto FC on Saturday. However, there could be value in betting on both teams to score based on the impressive attacking output of these two clubs.


📺 How to watch FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami

  • Date: Wednesday, May 13
  • Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Location: TQL Stadium (Cincinnati)
  • TV: Apple TV

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