Inter Miami vs New York Red Bulls Prediction, Odds & Picks: Let the Messi Tour Begin

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26 August 2023

Inter Miami vs New York Red Bulls Prediction, Odds & Picks: Let the Messi Tour Begin

Let the tour begin! Although he has played numerous games in the League’s Cup and now 1 game in the Open Cup, tonight will be Messi’s MLS Regular Season debut.

We all need to remember one thing – Inter Miami sits last place in the league. Even though Miami is in last, they showed in their quest to winning the League’s Cup that they are a different team.

In the 8 cup games so far, Messi has totaled 10 goals and 6 assists. His last game in the Open Cup was the first game he did not score. However, he assisted on the 2 goals to send the game to Penalty Kicks where they eventually won.

This 2nd half of the season is going to be treated like a new one for Miami. Bringing in Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba have made this team more dangerous. These guys allow players like Josef Martinez and Leonardo Campana to become more open as we have seen.

During their League’s Cup run, Miami beat Philadelphia Union, Nashville SC and FC Dallas. They just beat FC Cincinatti the other night as well, so they are beating some good teams already.

Can Inter Miami really become the team to beat?

Before signing Lionel Messi, Inter Miami was a 44-1 favorite to win the MLS Cup. Today, they sit at 7.5-1. We call this the Messi Effect.

Going into some of these games, you really didn’t know what to expect. After watching a few, it’s clear they enjoy playing together and the chemistry is high.

I really think this team can make a run for the cup. Not just because they brought in Messi, but because of what we’re seeing. This team is jiving right now and I don’t know who can stop them.

Miami sits 14 points out of the 9th seed, so it is doable for them to climb the table, especially if they keep winning like this. They have already proven they can beat some of the best teams in the league.

They do have a few tough matchups ahead against Nashville, Atlanta, Orlando City and FC Cincinatti. Out of those 4 specific matchups, they beat 3 of them, so expect to see some of the same.

Tonight’s matchup is a good one for them facing the lower tier New York Red Bulls in NJ. Will the Mess Effect continue tonight? Let’s find out.

Betting Odds

Moneyline

New York Red Bulls +115
Draw +260
Inter Miami +200

Player Prop

Messi Anytime Goal -125

Game Information

Venue: Red Bull Arena, Harrison, NJ
Date: Saturday, August 26, 2023
Tip-off: 7:30PM EST
TV: Apple TV

New York Red Bulls vs Inter Miami Predictions and Picks

Pick: Inter Miami +200

These lines are interesting to me. It makes me feel like they are basing these lines off each teams' place in the standings. The Red Bulls aren’t much better, so they have the slight edge.

I think the only edge that the Red Bulls have is the line. They are going to be completely out matched by this new Miami team.

Messi should have fun tonight. One thing I noticed in the League’s Cup matches is the players are almost in awe of him.

You see him fly through everyone and everything as if they are just in amazement to watch him. And rightfully so. We all are in for such a treat the next few weeks as we witness history.

Player Prop: Lionel Messi Anytime Goal -125

Are you surprised? The man has scored in every game he has played except for 1. He has 3 multi goal games alone so far.

In his last game, he showed he can be dangerous from a far as well. The 2 dimes he dropped were not only impressive, but the absolute key to the victory.

Whether he’s slamming free kicks, dishing the ball out or finishing the plays sent to him – Messi is taking over.

I love this line. During the Leagues Cup, his line got as high as -170, so you think the books are trying to tell you something. All they’re telling me is you’re welcome for this line on the best bet in sports right now.