Inter Miami vs New York City FC Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2025 MLS Cup playoffs Eastern Conference final

Three of the last five matches between this club have ended in a draw.

Inter Miami are ready to face New York City FC in the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. This is going to be a high-stakes battle, which is scheduled to take place at the DRV PNK Stadium.

Lionel Messi and company are getting closer to clinching another title and they will be ready to put up a tough fight against their upcoming opponents. Inter Miami dominated the proceedings when they last faced New York City FC. They will be looking to repeat the result and get to the MLS Cup Final.

Time is ticking. We’re ready 😤 pic.twitter.com/ynkrVTiT4b

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) November 26, 2025

The Pigeons will be under pressure as they were completely outplayed by the Herons last time around. They outplayed the Philadelphia Union in the semifinals. New York City FC must come up with a top set of play if they want to succeed against Inter Miami in their upcoming Major League Soccer fixture.

Kick-off:

• Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
• Stadium: DRV PNK Stadium
• Date: Sunday, November 30
• Kick-off Time: 4:30 a.m. IST (Saturday, Nov 29; 11:00 p.m. GMT/ 06:00 p.m. ET/ 09:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Miami: W-W-L-W-W

New York: L-W-D-W-W

Players to Watch

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

The Argentine great has been an outstanding performer for Inter Miami this season. In 32 MLS appearances this season, he has scored 35 goals and has 26 assists to his name. With his current run of form, Lionel Messi is going to be a constant menace to the opponent’s defence.

Calm, sharp, decisive. Leo Messi takes tonight’s #IconOfTheMatch again. 🏆✨ @RoyalCaribbean pic.twitter.com/YLl0ku72a0

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) November 24, 2025

Hannes Wolf (New York City FC)

Hannes Wolf will be keen to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against an in-form Inter Miami. The 26-year-old has been one of the top performers for New York City FC this season.

He can control the midfield well and can also be a problem from the left wing. Wolf has scored 11 goals and has seven assists in 33 league games this season.

Match Facts

• Inter Miami have not conceded any goals in their last two matches.
• New York City FC have only conceded one goal in their last four games.
• The Pigeons have failed to secure a win in any of their last four meetings against the Herons.

Inter Miami vs New York City FC: Betting Tips and Odds

• Inter Miami CF to win @8/15 Unibet
• Leo Messi to score @1/2 Virgin Bet
• Goals over 3.5 @21/20 Boyle Sports

Injury and Team News

David Ruiz and Ryan Sailor will not be in action for Inter Miami. They are injured. Ian Fray might also miss out due to his fitness issues.

New York City FC will be without the services of Alonso Martinez, Andres Perea, Keaton Parks and Malachi Jones. They are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 14

Inter Miami won: 2

New York City won: 8

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineups

Inter Miami predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Rios Novo (GK); Weigandt, Falcon, Allen, Alba; De Paul, Busquets, Rodriguez; Allende, Messi, Silvetti

New York City FC predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Freese (GK); Gray, Martins, Haak, Gustavo; Ojeda, Shore, O’Toole, WOlf; Fernandez, Moralez

Match Prediction

This is going to be an intense battle between these clubs as both of them will be looking for a win here. Inter Miami are likely to emerge victorious in their upcoming MLS clash against New York City FC.

Prediction: Miami 3-1 New York

Telecast Details

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