CF Montreal vs Orlando City SC Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 21/04/2024
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CF Montreal vs Orlando City SC Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 21/04/2024

Kai Edvard Iliev Kai Edvard Iliev

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CF Montreal vs Orlando City SCApril 21, 2024, 7:30 PM EDT
CF Montreal odds+144
Orlando City SC odds+154
Draw+245
Over\Under2.5 -32/-106

CF Montreal vs Orlando City SC. Shape of the Teams

A little bit of home comfort for Montreal as they gear up for their second consecutive game at Saputo Stadium after their first home victory against Cincinnati (2-1). 

Interestingly, the Quebec team had been on the road for their last five fixtures, which somewhat explains their disappointing record: Two victories and three defeats. Although this might not seem dramatic at first sight, Montreal is capable of much more. 

Besides their recent victory against the higher-placed Cincinnati, they also defeated current leader Inter Miami (2-3). After a surprising defeat against Seattle (5-0), their recent victory against Cincinnati should bolster Montreal’s confidence for the game against Orlando.

Life for Orlando has not exactly been great either, as they languish near the bottom of the standings. They kicked off their MLS campaign against none other than Montreal with a dull 0-0 draw.

Since then, their journey has been rocky, marked by four defeats and just three wins. Orlando managed to secure a victory in their most recent match, a 3-2 thriller against DC United.

Their only other successes have come against Austin and Atlanta. Although these are reasonable results for a club of Orlando’s calibre, if they continue like this, they won’t be able to leave the lower echelons of the league.

With the support of the home crowd, and despite their previous goalless encounter, Montreal will enter the game with an assertive approach. Over the last years, the advantage has tilted in Montreal’s favour. Now, with the confidence from their latest victory, they will be pushing for another win. 

Tactically, Montreal’s three-at-the-back setup could exploit Orlando’s vulnerabilities of its traditional four-man defense. This tactical imbalance is exactly what Montreal is looking for to keep the three points at home. 

CF Montreal vs Orlando City SC Main Match Info

CF Montreal vs Orlando City SC, Prediction, Odds

Betting odds give a slight edge to Montreal, which is likely a mere consequence of the home advantage. Yet, the natural imbalances should not be overlooked from a tactical standpoint. 

Orlando City tends to build up with a four-man defence, supported by a double pivot and a quartet of attackers. Although this strategy can be solid, such structures are usually rigid and often result in space between the lines that the enemy can exploit.

Contrastingly, Montreal employs the popular 3-4-3 setup with three defenders, four midfielders, and a frontline of a striker and two forwards.

This hints at the Canadians taking advantage of the spaces around Orlando’s double pivot. This setup allows Montreal to either aggressively cut off passing lanes or simply block access between the double-pivot and the four attackers.

It is also important to consider the scoring patterns of both teams. Orlando has been more consistent in finding the back of the net. But if Montreal have their night, they score more often. Montreal understands that they need to take their chances in this game, with the challenging away game against Columbus on the horizon.

Furthermore, Montreal tends to operate more cohesively as a unit rather than relying on individual brilliance. In contrast, Orlando’s performance often hinges on standout moments from specific forwards.

This is usually telling when it comes to encounters between teams evenly matched in quality. The side with the superior tactical structure often has the upper hand unless an attacker from the opposing team has a ‘eureka’ night.

CF Montreal vs Orlando City SC Betting Tip

While it is easy to follow the narrative that Montreal is the favourite due to their home advantage and Orlando’s recent struggles, both teams have shown that they’re capable of taking down tough opponents under the right circumstances. In many ways, that is the beauty of the MLS, which is known for its frequent upsets.

Orlando would be more than happy with a draw, while Montreal aims for a clear victory. However, fielding a three-at-the-back formation poses challenges. This setup exposes teams to potential 2v1 situations on the flanks, where a winger and full-back can outnumber a wide center-back.

Montreal, like Orlando, is a team with defensive shortcomings. Although they have a solid team foundation, they still depend on moments of individual brilliance to change the score. Montreal should be the protagonist of the night – and often enough, this guarantees a lead and the potential to dominate the game. 

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