Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami’s previous game and, unsurprisingly, his teammates were unable to get a win. The Herons are 1-3-2 in the MLS in games that Messi did not start. When it comes to their record when the soccer GOAT was in the starting lineup, it’s 7-1-0.
So, the big question is what’s our prediction for the Inter Miami vs. DC United game on Saturday, May 18 – will Lionel Messi play or not?
We just don’t know. There are some rumors that the knee injury he suffered isn’t serious. On the other hand, given how he’s important for Inter Miami, coach Gerardo Martino might decide to give him another day off. But can the Herons beat DC United without Messi on the field?
Before Betting on Inter Miami vs. DC United Prediction
We already told you that Inter Miami’s record without Messi in the starting XI is 1-3-2. Wanna guess against which team did that single win happen?
It’s DC United. It was a 3-1 win for the Herons in a game that took place in the US capital. Strikers Leonardo Campana and Luis Suarez were brilliant in that game, leading the banged-up Inter Miami which missed several other important players that day, in addition to Messi.
They were great, but the main reason why Inter Miami won is that DC United’s players were bad. This isn’t a horrible team, but these guys seem to always crash in big games.
They’re 4-5-4 overall in the 2024 MLS, with all four of their losses happening against big teams – the New York Red Bulls, NYCFC, Orlando City, and Inter Miami.
Inter Miami vs. DC United 2024 MLS Offshore Odds & Pick
| Offshore Sportsbook | Inter Miami | Draw | DC United |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| MyBookie | -165 | +350 | +360 |
| BetUS | -165 | +370 | +360 |
| SportsBetting.ag | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| XBet | -165 | +350 | +360 |
With or without Messi on the pitch, our Inter Miami vs. DC United prediction is that the home team will win. Unquestionably, Messi is Inter Miami’s best player, but this team has many other amazing players on the roster who should be able to deal with most teams in the 2024 MLS.
Pick: Inter Miami (-165)
