Last updated Jul 14, 3:36am ET

A high-quality showdown in the Eastern Conference is set for TQL Stadium in midweek, as Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami travel to FC Cincinnati.

The Argentine superstar has made history in the MLS this season after becoming the first player to score two goals in five straight matches. His goals have seen Miami win each of their last three since returning to domestic action.

However, FC Cincinnati have been one of the strongest teams in the East so far this season. They come into this round after suffering a recent defeat, with their loss against Columbus ending a four-game winning sequence.

FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami Overview

StatInformation
Date & TimeWednesday, July 16, 2025 @ 7:30 PM ET
WhereTQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio
How to WatchApple TV

Odds

Match ResultOdds
FC Cincinnati+132
Draw+265
Inter Miami+190

FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami Head-to-Head Record

TotalFC CincinnatiInter MiamiDraws
Wins11452
MLS Games10451
Goals442222 

Inter Miami recorded a 2-0 win in the most recent clash between the sides. However, that success ended a five-game winless run against FC Cincinnati. In this exact fixture last season, Cincinnati recorded a stunning 6-1 home success.

FC Cincinnati Team News

The high-flying Eastern Conference side will be without key defender Nick Hagglund this weekend. Meanwhile, Alex Kann is also unavailable for FC Cincinnati.

Possible Lineup

Catentano (GK); Robinson, Miazga, Engei, Yedlin, Anunga, Evander, Bucha, Orellano, Denkey, Kamara

Inter Miami Team News

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez will play in the striking positions this weekend. Inter only have two injury concerns with David Ruiz and Yannick Bright both ruled out.

Possible Lineup

Ustari (GK); Weigandt, Falcon, Martinez, Alba, Allende, Busquets, Cremaschi, Segovia, Messi, Suarez

FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami Picks

Despite their excellent attacking form, Inter Miami have been poor defensively throughout the MLS season. That is a major concern against one of the best home teams in the competition this week.

FC Cincinnati have won 60% of their home fixtures, and they have scored an impressive 1.8 goals per 90. For that reason, we like the chances of the hosts to land maximum points on Wednesday.  

Pick
FC Cincinnati (+132)
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