Preview: DC United vs Inter Miami Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | MLS 2026

The Black and Red have failed to secure a win against the Herons in their last five attempts.

DC United are all set to lock horns with Inter Miami for their round three fixture of the 2026 Major League Soccer. The M&T Bank Stadium is going to witness this entertaining contest.

The Black and Red are coming in after facing a 0-1 defeat against Austin FC in their previous league fixture. They secured a win against the Philadelphia Union in their opening game of the MLS 2026. DC United are going to be the host for their next matchup, and it is going to put them at an advantage.

After losing their opening Major League Soccer contest, Inter Miami CF made a strong comeback to secure a 4-2 win against Orlando City. They will be eager to extend their winning run. The Herons will be confident for their upcoming fixture due to their record against DC United.

Kick-off:

• Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
• Stadium: M&T Bank Stadium
• Date: Sunday, March 8
• Kick-off Time: 03:00 AM IST (Saturday, March 7; 10:30 PM GMT/ 05:30 PM ET/ 02:30 PM PT)
• Referee: Filip Dujic
• VAR: In use

Form:

DC United: W-L

Inter Miami: L-W

Players to Watch

Tai Baribo (DC United)

After netting a goal for DC United in the opening fixture, Tai Baribo failed to continue his goal-scoring run. He is going to play a crucial part in the final third for the hosts and will surely create problems for the Herons. Baribo will be looking to come up with a top performance and get his name back on the scoresheet.

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

The Argentine great is coming in after scoring a sensational brace against Orlando City and will be gearing up to help his side on the attacking front yet again. Lionel Messi looked in good touch. He will be eager to keep his form going for Inter Miami.

He also works as a key playmaker on the field, making him a constant threat to the opponents.

Match Facts

• Inter Miami have failed to secure a clean sheet in their last two attempts.
• DC United have one clean sheet in their last two games.
• The Herons have secured three wins in their last five fixtures against the Black and Red.

DC United vs Inter Miami: Betting Tips and Odds

• Inter Miami to win @3/4 Betway
• Leo Messi to score @4/6 Skybet
• Goals under 3.5 @8/13 Unibet

Injury and Team News

DC United will miss out on the services of Aaron Herrera, Hakim Karamoko and Gabriel Segal. They are not match fit.

Luis Suarez and Sergio Reguilon are not going to be in action for Inter Miami due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 11

DC United won: 4

Inter Miami won: 4

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

DC United predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Johnson (GK); Hefti, Bartlett, Rowles, Kurokawa; Stroud, Peltola, Servania, Kijima; Baribo, Peglow

Inter Miami predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

St. Clair (GK); Mura, Falcon, Micael, Allen; De Paul, Bright; Allende, Messi, Segovia; Berterame

Match Prediction

The hosts will be under pressure, and the Herons will be looking to use it to their advantage. Inter Miami are likely to come out on top to secure a win against DC United in their upcoming MLS clash.

Prediction: DC United 1-2 Miami

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