LAFC vs Inter Miami Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Lionel Messi and Co. were the better side the last time both sides met.

Los Angeles FC are all set to host Inter Miami in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup 2025 quarterfinal. This is going to be an intense clash. LAFC are coming in after defeating the Columbus Crew in the round of 16. The Herons secured an easy win over Cavalier SC across two legs.

Los Angeles FC will be at home for the first leg. This will be the right moment for them to take a clear advantage going into the second leg. This is not going to be an easy contest for them, as the Herons are looking in good form here. LAFC might face some issues as they have lacked consistency from the start of the 2025 season.

Although Inter Miami will be away from home, they are in a very good form at the moment. The Herons will be looking to use this momentum to their advantage. Lionel Messi is back on the team after a minor injury, which increases their chances of prevailing on the field.

Kick-off:

• Location: Los Angeles, California
• Stadium: BMO Stadium
• Date: Thursday, April 3
• Kick-off Time: 09:00 IST/ 03:30 GMT / Wednesday, April 2: 22:30 ET/ 19:30 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Los Angeles FC: L-L-L-W-L

Inter Miami: W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Denis Bouanga (LAFC)

The 30-year-old will be ready to make an impact on the field for Los Angeles FC here. Denis Bouanga is one of the main men in the attacking front for the hosts. He has four goal involvements in four Champions Cup games this season. This can be a big concern for the Herons, who will be the visitors.

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

The Argentine is finally back in action for the Herons. Lionel Messi scored a goal just two minutes after his return to the field. This gives Inter Miami’s attack a much-needed boost. Leo Messi has scored three goals in three Concacaf Champions Cup matches this time. He might emerge as the game-changer for his side yet again.

Match Facts

• This will be the fourth meeting between the two sides across all competitions.
• LAFC have won two of their three games against Inter Miami.
• Inter Miami are undefeated in their last 14 matches.

LAFC vs Inter Miami: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @5/2 Betvictor
• Luis Suarez to score
• Goals over 3.5 @17/10 Boyle Sports

Injury and Team News

David Ruiz, Hector Martinez and three more players will not be in action for the hosts, Los Angeles FC.

Inter Miami will be without the services of Jeremy Ebobisse and Lorenzo Dellavalle as they have injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 3

LAFC won: 2

Inter Miami won: 1

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

LAFC predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Lloris (GK); Palencia, Tafari, Long, Smolyakov; Tillman, Igor Jesus, Delgado; Under, Bouanga, Martinez

Inter Miami predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Ustari (GK); Lujan, Fray, Allen, Alba; Allende, Redondo, Busquets, Segovia; Messi, Suarez

Match Prediction

Although both sides will be looking to get into the second leg with the advantage, the LAFC vs Inter Miami Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals fixture is likely to end in a draw.

Prediction: LAFC 2-2 Inter Miami

Telecast Details

USA – fubo TV, Fox Sports 2

India – FanCode

International – Youtube

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