Inter Miami vs. NYCFC: MLS playoffs betting odds, prediction, pick

Jul 12, 2025; Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with defender Jordi Alba (18) after scoring his second goal against Nashville SC during the second half at Chase Stadium.

The MLS Cup playoffs resume on Saturday as Inter Miami hosts New York City FC in the Eastern Conference final.

The Herons have rounded into brilliant form right at the perfect time. Lionel Messi is once again proving why he's one of the greatest athletes in the history of sports.

Miami went into Cincinnati in the previous round and crushed them 4-0 to advance. Messi contributed a goal and three assists in the demolition.

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Looking down the barrel of an in-form Messi may strike fear into most teams, but NYCFC has overcome extreme adversity in these playoffs.

All three of their wins so far have come away from home against teams that rarely lose in their own stadium. They'll need to pull off their best piece of magic yet to once again escape a difficult situation.

If you are looking for betting advice for the matchup, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of OddsWire.

Inter Miami vs. NYCFC game odds

Inter Miami vs. NYCFC prediction, pick

You have to give NYCFC their props for how resilient they've been in the playoffs. But there's just no team in MLS that can stop Messi when he's at the top of his game.

Prediction: Inter Miami 3, NYCFC 0

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