Toronto FC will face Inter Miami at Chase Stadium on Wednesday.
The pregame narrative: Inter Miami will be without Lionel Messi who got injured in the final match at Copa America and is expected to miss at least two games. As a result, I am backing Toronto FC to win or draw as my best bet for the match.
Check out our Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC odds and best bet for the match on July 17.
Inter Miami vs. Toronto FC odds overview
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| Toronto FC betting markets | Odds |
| Inter Miami to win | -124 |
| Draw | +310 |
| Toronto FC to win | +295 |
| Over 3.5 goals | +105 |
| Under 3.5 goals | -148 |
| Inter Miami to win or tie | -420 |
| Toronto FC to win or tie | +105 |
| Both teams to score — Yes | -235 |
| Both teams to score — No | +163 |
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Best bet overview
The Reds have had an underwhelming couple of months but still sit just inside the playoffs in the Eastern Conference.
That is somewhat surprising considering the team just ended a nine-game winless draught consisting of seven losses and two draws.
The side came from behind for a 2-1 win at home against the Philadelphia Union which resulted in a jump into eighth in the East, injecting some hope back into fans.
However, the reason I am backing them is that I'm expecting returning players to have a massive impact on the culture. Plus, it doesn't hurt that Messi is out, of course.
Jonathan Osorio and Richie Laryea will be returning from playing for the Canadian national team which finished fourth at Copa America in its first-ever appearance.
Osorio made an impact whenever he was on the field and Laryea was a full-time guy, playing almost every important minute of the tournament.
The latter has only played two games for his club this season and is basically a new player coming into the mix. He is one of the better defenders in MLS and will have a positive effect on the backline.
I have to believe part of the reason for the recent skid is the loss of these two returning players.
Inter Miami is coming off a poor performance as well so momentum could be a factor. The side lost 6-1 to FC Cincinnati.
Former FC Barcelona star, Sergio Busquets was shown a red card and will be suspended for this match, adding to the troubles for his team.
Getting Toronto FC to win or draw at plus-money odds is worth the risk against a shorthanded Inter Miami squad.
