Inter Miami vs DC United Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | MLS 2026

The Herons are on a two-match winning streak against Black-and-Red.

Inter Miami CF will be looking to take on D.C. United for their round 28 fixture of the 2026 Major League Soccer. This is going to be an interesting clash, taking place at the Nu Stadium.

Lionel Messi and company are coming off a 1-2 loss at the hands of Columbus Crew. They conceded a goal in the final moments of the game, leading them to drop three points. Inter Miami will be eager to get back to winning ways. They are now 14 points away from the table-toppers, Nashville.

The Kily González-led side will be at home, and it is going to be a perfect opportunity for them to take control. They should come up with a calm and composed approach in defence.

DC United are now on a four-match winless run. They were held to a draw by Vancouver Whitecaps in what was a six-goal thriller. René Weiler’s men scored a goal in the final moments, and this helped them secure a point. Their next league game is not going to be an easy one.

The Black-and-Red have only secured six wins in 26 MLS games this season and are in 11th place on the Eastern Conference points table. Being away from home will make things tougher for them, but they are likely to come up with a strong fight.

Kick-off:

• Location: Miami, Florida, USA
• Stadium: Nu Stadium
• Date: Sunday, October 11
• Kick-off time: 05:00 am IST (Saturday, October 10; 11:30 pm GMT/ 07:30 pm ET/ 04:30 pm PT)
• Referee: Lukasz Szpala
• VAR: In Use

Form:

Inter Miami: D-D-W-D-L

DC United: W-D-L-D-L

Players to Watch

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

The 39-year-old might have played his farewell game for the Argentina national football team, but he is still going strong in club football. He is going to play a crucial part in the attacking front for Inter Miami. Lionel Messi has scored 21 goals and has 11 assists to his name in 24 Major League Soccer appearances. With the ball at his feet, he is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence.

Tai Baribo (DC United)

Tai Baribo will be a crucial asset in the final third for DC United. He is going to be deployed as one of the strikers. The 28-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can engrave his name on the scoresheet and help his side get back to winning ways. The Israeli forward has scored 14 goals in 20 MLS matches this season.

Match Facts

• Inter Miami have only secured one win in their last five matches.
• DC United have failed to win their last four outings.
• The Herons have won four of the last five meetings between the clubs.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Inter Miami to win @2/5 Unibet
• Leo Messi to score @40/85 BetVictor
• Goals under 3.5 @23/20 betfair

Injury and Team News

Inter Miami will miss out on the services of Tadeo Allende due to his injury and Santiago Morales, as he is suspended.

Gabriel Segal is not going to be a part of the squad for DC United. He is not fully fit.

Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 12

Inter Miami (wins): 5

DC United (wins): 4

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Inter Miami predicted XI (3-4-3)

Novo (GK); Lujan, Casemiro, Micael; Mura, De Paul, Bright, Reguilon; Messi, Suarez, Pinter

DC United predicted XI (4-4-2)

Johnson (GK); Hefti, Bartlett, Rowles, Kurokawa; Nono, Hopkins, Dozzell, Kijima; Ordaz, Baribo

Match Prediction

Inter Miami at home are going to have a slight edge. DC United will be looking to come up with a strong fight, but might not be able to do enough.

Lionel Messi and company are likely to come out on top and secure three points.

Prediction: Inter Miami 2-1 DC United

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