Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2025 MLS Cup final

Messi and Muller will collide in a final yet again.

2025 was an incredible year for Major League Soccer, and fans will witness its conclusion this weekend when Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami will host Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS Cup final. Both teams have shown unmatched grit and determination this season. Fans can expect a nail-biting encounter between them.

Inter Miami will have the home advantage, having finished the regular season with more points. Javier Mascherano’s side have scored 13 goals in their last three games and are looking unstoppable at the moment. They blew away NYCFC in the Eastern Conference final and will be motivated to give a great send-off to Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.

Vancouver Whitecaps, on the other hand, dominated San Diego FC to become the Champions of the Western Conference. They have already handed two defeats to the Herons this season.

Vancouver saw a dip in form after losing the CONCACAF Champions Cup final against Cruz Azul. However, they bounced back and are just one game away from winning their first-ever MLS Cup.

Kickoff:

• Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• Stadium: Chase Stadium
• Date and Kickoff time: Dec 7 – 01:00 am IST; Dec 6 – 07:30 pm/11:30 AMPT/02:30 pm ET
• Referee: Guido Gonzales Jr
• VAR: In Use

The matchup is set. 🍿It'll be @InterMiamiCF vs. @WhitecapsFC in MLS Cup pres. by Audi. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/33xPdfcOlC

— Major League Soccer 🏆 (@MLS) November 30, 2025

Form:

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

Vancouver Whitecaps (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-L

Players to watch out for:

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami CF)

The Argentine maestro is arguably having the greatest individual campaign in Major League Soccer history. Lionel Messi has registered 43 goals and 24 assists in 48 appearances this season. He has been at his creative best in the knock-out stages and has formed a great attacking partnership with Mateo Silvetti and Tadeo Allende.

His team will need Lionel Messi to pull off something magical in the final, as the Vancouver Whitecaps have proved to be a tricky opponent for them.

Thomas Müller (Vancouver Whitecaps FC)

The German legend has taken Major League Soccer by storm. He has racked up eight goals and three assists in 11 appearances. Muller has a phenomenal record against Messi in head-to-head encounters.

He has registered seven wins compared to Leo’s three. Muller’s ability to read the game and position himself in the right place at the right time is a hallmark of his game. He is known for exploiting space and creating passing lanes, which will be very tricky for the hosts to handle.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 3-1 win for Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
• Inter Miami won 5-1 against New York City FC in their last game.
• Vancouver Whitecaps won 3-1 against San Diego FC in their last game.

Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps: Betting tips & odds:

• Tip 1: Inter Miami to win – 1.72 by Pinnacle
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.59 by 1XBET
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.92 by Stake

Injury and Team news:

David Ruiz and Ryan Sailor will be unavailable for the home side. They are currently battling hamstring and knee injuries, respectively.

Vancouver Whitecaps, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Ranko Veselinovic, Rios, Halbouni, Adekugbe, and Schonlau for their clash.

Head-to-Head:

Total matches: 3

Inter Miami won: 1

Vancouver Whitecaps won: 2

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups:

Inter Miami (4-3-3)

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

Vancouver Whitecaps (4-4-2)

Takaoka(GK); Ocampo, Laborda, Johnson, Ahmed; Priso, Berhalter, Cubas, Sabbi;Muller, White

Match Prediction:

This MLS Cup final will be a historic one. It will be the first one that will feature two World Cup winners going head-to-head against each other. Considering their home advantage, Inter Miami are expected to clinch a win.

Match Prediction: Inter Miami 2-1 Vancouver Whitecaps

Telecast Details:

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