Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Apr 18)
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Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (Apr 18)

Giorgi Natsvlishvili
Moneyline PickInter Miami to Win (-114)
Player PropLionel Messi to Score (-154)
Same Game ParlayInter Miami to Win + Lionel Messi to Score + Over 2.5 Goals (+175)
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Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Main Match Info

Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Moneyline Prediction

Inter Miami arrive with a stronger overall balance. They sit third in the Eastern Conference with 12 points from seven matches, level with Colorado but having faced tougher opposition. They’ve also remained unbeaten in five of their last six games.

Their away form has been particularly solid, with wins at New York City (2-3), D.C. United (1-2), and Orlando (2-4).

Colorado average 2.27 goals per game and concede regularly, having allowed 12 goals so far. They also collapsed against Toronto, losing 3-2 from 2-0 up with just 0.46 xG – a result that highlights their instability against quality opposition.

Given Inter Miami’s strong start, we expect the visitors to edge out a narrow victory.

Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Player Prop

Lionel Messi has scored five goals in six appearances this season for Inter Miami. He’s taken 39 shots in total, with 13 on target.

Even in a 2-2 draw with the New York Red Bulls, he still produced 0.28 xG and took three shots. Against Austin the week before, he found the net and recorded 11 shots.

Colorado are expected to attack at home, especially after scoring six against Houston. That’s good news for Messi because open MLS games create repeated transition moments and second-phase chances around the box.

Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Same Game Parlay

Inter Miami to Win: Inter Miami have avoided defeat in six of their seven games this season. Playing in Denver is a challenge for any club, but given the quality within the visitors’ squad, they’re favourites to claim all three points.

Lionel Messi to Score: Lionel Messi is the Herons’ top scorer with five goals. Against the Rapids, who allow too many goals, the Argentine should be able to add to his MLS tally.

Over 2.5 Goals: Both sides have been involved in high-scoring matches. Colorado have conceded 12 goals, and Miami have conceded six in their last three alone. An open game is likely.

Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami Team News

Colorado Rapids Team News 

Colorado thrashed Houston 6-2 at home before beating Union Omaha 1-0 in the Open Cup. But the earlier match against Toronto exposed the more fragile side of this team. The Rapids lost 3-2 after leading 2-0 and generated 0.46 xG.

Discipline was also a major concern, as both Jackson Travis and Miguel Navarro were sent off.

The key players are still Rafael Navarro, Paxten Aaronson, and Darren Yapi. Leading the club with five goals, Navarro comes in flying after scoring twice against Houston. Aaronson has netted three goals, while Darren Yapi has recorded two goals and two assists.

Colorado will be without Reggie Cannon, Ted Ku-DiPietro, and Connor Ronan. Miguel Navarro, meanwhile, will return from suspension.

Inter Miami Team News

The biggest news was the departure of head coach Javier Mascherano, only four months after leading the team to their first-ever MLS Cup title. Sporting Director Guillermo Hoyos will assume the role of interim manager.

Inter Miami have scored seven goals across their last three games. However, they’ve conceded six during that stretch, highlighting ongoing defensive issues. The Red Bulls scored twice despite taking only five shots, suggesting the Herons are allowing high-quality breakdowns.

Luis Suárez finally got off the mark for the season against Austin. Mateo Silvetti has also become an important secondary threat, scoring against both the New York Red Bulls and Austin. Rodrigo De Paul recorded his first league assist in the 2-2 draw with the NYRB.

Tadeo Allende is questionable with a hamstring issue, while Sergio Reguilon is also a doubt.

Colorado Rapids vs Inter Miami: Where to Watch (Canada) 

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