MLS: DC United vs Inter Miami: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 14, 2024 at 2:43 PM

Modified at :March 14, 2024 at 2:43 PM

DC United take on Messi-led Inter Miami in MLS 2024.

The matchup between DC United and Inter Miami looks to be an exciting contest between two MLS teams that are desperate for points. With home support behind them, DC United hopes to take advantage of their welcoming surroundings.

But Inter Miami, who is captained by elite player Lionel Messi, present a serious threat. There could be flashes of brilliance from important players on both sides in this hard-fought match, as both teams are striving for the win.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 16 March at 11:30 PM IST

Location – Audi Field

Form:

DC United (in all competitions): L-L-W-D-D

Inter Miami (in all competitions): W-D-W-D-L

Player to Watch

Christian Benteke (DC United)

Christian Benteke’s signing to DC United provides an experienced striker to their forward options. Benteke is well-known for his strength, agility in the air and precise finishing & he gives DC United’s front line an entirely new viewpoint. His ability to create spacee and score important goals will be vital to their match success against resilient Miami.

Luis Suarez (Inter Miami)

Suárez is a versatile striker renowned for his consistent goal-scoring ability. He is excellent at receiving the ball, making runs, attacking crosses and anticipating rebounds. He is effective in a variety of scenarios. The Uruguayan is an extremely dangerous player in the penalty area because of his skill in both lone and paired formations.

Match Facts

Last June, D.C. United defeated host Inter Miami 2-1 after scoring two goals in the game’s last twenty-plus minutes.
While Inter Miami is doing average away from home, DC United is playing well at home. The average number of goals scored in DC United vs Inter Miami matches is 3.29.

Injury and Teams News

Due to a knock, Birnbaum and Jeahze will be out for the home side. As for the away side, Robbie Robinson could not possibly be able to play in the next game along with Franco Negri. Furthermore, Benjamin Cremaschi is still recovering; Fray and Farias are dealing with left ACL issues. The team may face difficulties in the upcoming away match as a result of these player availability issues.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 8

DC United – 5

Inter Miami – 1

Draw- 2

Predicted Lineup for DC United vs Inter Miami

DC United Predicted lineup (3-2-4-1):

Bono; Herrera, Bartlett, McVey, P. Santos; Klich, Hopkins; Stroud, Dajome, Ku-DiPietro; Benteke

Inter Miami Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Callender; Sailor, Aviles, Freire, Alba; Gressel, Busquets, Gomez; Messi, Suarez, Taylor

Match Prediction for DC United vs Inter Miami

The match between DC United and Inter Miami is going to be highly competitive, with both clubs eager for a win. Because of Inter Miami’s superiority and the participation of great players like Suarez and Messi, they may have a little advantage but DC United also have a big home field advantage.

Prediction: DC United 1-2 Inter Miami

Telecast for DC United vs Inter Miami

India – Apple TV

UK – Apple TV

US – Apple TV, Fox Sports

Nigeria – Apple TV

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