The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another round of matches this weekend as Charlotte FC take on Gerardo Martino's Inter Miami side in an important encounter at the Chase Stadium on Saturday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will want to win this game.
Inter Miami vs Charlotte FC Preview
Charlotte FC are in sixth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have been inconsistent this season. The away side thrashed New England Revolution by a 4-0 scoreline last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
Inter Miami, on the other hand, are at the top of the league table and have been exceptional over the past year. The Herons were held to a 1-1 draw by New York City FC in their previous game and will look to take it up a notch this weekend.
Inter Miami vs Charlotte FC Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Inter Miami have a slight edge over Charlotte FC and have won three out of the six matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Charlotte FC's two victories.
- Inter Miami are unbeaten in their last three matches at home against Charlotte FC - the only away victory in this fixture was secured by Inter Miami in July this year.
- Inter Miami have won only one of their last five matches in MLS in which Lionel Messi has played in a run dating back to May this year.
- Charlotte FC ended a winless run of eight matches on the trot in all competitions when they secured a 4-0 victory against New England Revolution last week.
Inter Miami vs Charlotte FC Prediction
Inter Miami have an admirable squad at their disposal but have flattered to deceive in recent weeks. Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez can be unstoppable on their day and will look to exert their influence this weekend.
Charlotte FC have managed to overcome their slump and will need to prove their mettle in a tricky fixture. Inter Miami are the better team and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Inter Miami 2-1 Charlotte FC
Inter Miami vs Charlotte FC Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Inter Miami to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Charlotte FC to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Lionel Messi to score - Yes