MLS: St. Louis vs. Minnesota Picks — United’s Poor Form to Continue on the Road? (Jul 26)

The Western Conference standings make for good reading for Minnesota United. However, they enter this round of matches having failed to win in their last two MLS matches.

But, Minnesota will be hopeful of getting their form back on track in St. Louis, having lost just 17% of their away matches in the MLS so far this season.

St. Louis are effectively out of the race for a playoff place after losing two of their last three matches to sit 14^th in the Western Conference. However, they will take confidence from their recent victory against the Portland Timbers.

St. Louis vs. Minnesota Overview

Odds

St. Louis vs. Minnesota Head-to-Head Record

Minnesota United have a very strong record against St. Louis in the MLS, having won each of the last four head-to-head meetings. The latest clash came in the U.S. Open Cup in May, with United claiming a dramatic 3-2 home success. The only win for St. Louis against their opponents was recorded in September 2023.

St. Louis Team News

The home team this weekend will be without regular first-choice defender Joakim Nilsson. Otherwise, the hosts have a fully fit squad available.

Possible Lineup

R. Burki (GK); T. Totland, J. Yaro, T. Baumgartl, J. Orozco, C. Wallem, T. Ostrak, C. Teuchert, M. Hartel, S. Becher, J. Klauss

Minnesota Team News

United will only be without Kipp Keller for the trip to St. Louis this weekend. However, Anthony Markanich could be handed a start after impressing from the bench last time out.

Possible Lineup

D. Clair (GK); J. Gressel, J. Diaz, M. Duggan, N. Romero, J. Rosales, A. Markanich, C. Harvey, R. Lod, J. Pereyra, T. Oluwaseyi

St. Louis vs. Minnesota Picks

St. Louis City have endured mixed fortunes in home matches throughout the season, but their poor defensive record could be challenging to overlook.

Minnesota have been consistent on their travels in the MLS, scoring an average of 1.42 goals per game and winning just under half of their matches. Therefore, an away win is the preferred selection.