Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | MLS 2024

Two of the informed sides battle each other for the three points

Inter Miami currently lead the Eastern Conference table with two points separating them from second-placed FC Cincinnati. The Herons have done well this season to come from behind to win matches. They did have a similar result in the last match against Philadelphia after conceding the first goal. Goals from Gressel in the opening minutes of the second half and a winner from Leo Afonso in the final minutes of extra time gave the Herons a crucial three points here. 

Columbus Crew are one of the best teams in the league after winning the last four consecutive matches in a row. They are languishing in the sixth position in the Eastern Conference after playing four matches less than their opponents. In the 15 matches they have played so far, the team has gathered 27 points. They played a thriller in the last match against New York City after Hernández scored the winning goal to register a 3-2 win over them. Victory in this match could reduce the gap between these two teams as there is a lot to play. 

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 20 June at 5:00 AM IST

Location: Chase Stadium

Form:

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

Columbus Crew (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-W

Player to Watch

Sergio Busquets (Inter Miami) 

Sergio Busquets is one of the best midfielders of this generation who has played a key part in Inter Miami’s strong start to the season. His ability to control the tempo of the game and dictate it makes him a vital member of the team. This season, he has made 18 appearances for the team scoring 1 goal and assisting another 4. With Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez not available, he will have to create chances for the team and help them get over the line. 

Cucho Hernández (Columbus Crew)

Cucho Hernández remains a potent threat for the Herons in this match after enjoying another impressive start to the season. He is currently leading the goal-scoring department for Columbus Crew with 5 goals from the 10 matches he has played. He also has 2 assists to his name to continue his impressive run of form. Hernández is a fast striker who is known for his clinical finishing and ability to score some wonderful goals to drag the team to victories. 

Match Facts

• Inter Miami averages 2.3 goals per match this season
• Columbus Crew have scored 11 goals in their last five matches
• Inter Miami are unbeaten in the last three matches against Columbus Crew

Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew: Betting tips and odds

Tip 1: Inter Miami to win this- 6/4 with sky bet

Tip 2: Both teams to score- 4/9 with bet365

Tip 3: Match to end with total goals under 3.5- 6/10 with William HILL

Injury and Team News

The Herons will be without Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Matias Rojas who are on international duty with their respective nations. Diego Gomez, Robbie Robinson, Nicolas Freire, and Facundo Farias are currently sidelined due to injuries. David Ruiz and Tomas Aviles are suspended for this match after receiving a red card in the last match. 

Meanwhile, Columbus Crew will be without Evan Bush due to an arm injury. The rest of the players will be available for selection except Aidan Morris who is in talks with Middlesbrough to complete a transfer. 

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 6

Inter Miami- 3

Columbus Crew- 2

Draw- 1

Predicted lineup for Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew

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

Callender; Weigandt, Sailor, Fray, Alba; Bright, Busquets, Cremaschi; Gressel, Campana, Taylor

Columbus Crew Predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

Schulte; Moreira,Camacho, Amundsen; Farsi, Zawadzki, Nagbe, Matan; Ramirez, Rossi; Hernandez

Match Prediction for Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew

The Herons have been performing excellently this season and once again proved the doubters wrong after securing victory in the last weekend without their star players. They remain favourites in this match but will have to play a compact defense as the visitors can hurt them on the counter. They are one of the best attacking sides in the tournament and will be aiming to give a torrid time to the Herons. 

Prediction: Inter Miami 2-1 Columbus Crew

Telecast for Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew

All MLS 2024 matches are telecasted on Apple TV.

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