Things are starting to heat up at the top of the MLS’ Eastern Conference. For most of the season,Atlanta United FChad emerged as the frontrunner to win the division. And while they’re still clearly in the running, the New York Red Bulls are currently the top dog in the East.
Since Atlanta is but a single point behind the Red Bulls, we could see United take back the East any moment now. Will we see it in this weekend’s Atlanta United FC vs. Colorado Rapids matchup? Let’s check on thelegal sports bettingodds to get a better idea.
Atlanta United FC vs. Colorado Rapids – Saturday, September 15th
When:3:30 pm ET
Where:Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, Colorado
TV:Local Broadcasts
Stream:MLS TV
Legal Sports Betting Odds by BetNow.eu:
"Atlanta United FC +1 (-110) 3½ (-100) -125"
Colorado Rapids -1 (+200) 3½ (-125) +300
Atlanta United FC/Colorado Rapids Draw +250
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Atlanta United FC
United steps into this weekend’s action flashing a 27-16-6 record that as aforementioned, pegs them as the second best team in the MLS. Right now the one point lead New York owns over Atlanta, doesn’t look all that frightening. However, if Atlanta loses their momentum, that lead could certainly snowball.
Atlanta United is coming off a 3-1 loss to DC and it’s clear that they need to rebound on the road here. Luckily they’ll be going up against one of the weaker teams out of the Western Conference. However since this is the first time this season these two have crossed paths, no one is certain how this matchup will turnout. Well, at least the MLS betting odds feel pretty confident about how this pairing will turn out.
Players to Watch:Josef Martinez(27 GP, 28 G, 3 A),Miguel Almiron(27 GP, 9 G, 9 A), andHector Villalba(22 GP, 4 G, 5 A).
Colorado Rapids
The Rapids rush into this inter-conference matchup flashing a meager 6-6-15 record that ranks them penultimate in the Western Conference. Right now the club is a whopping 25 points behind the conference leading FC Dallas. However, they really only need to climb up to the No. 6 spot in the conference to secure a spot in the playoffs.
Right now Seattle Sounders FC holds that crucial last slot, with 41-points on the season. Clearly, Colorado is too far behind that race as well. But at the very least, the Rapids can take to the pitch this weekend to try to spoil Atlanta’s evening. They might have a tough time doing so however.
Players to Watch:Edgar Castillo(25 GP, 3 G, 5 A),Tommy Smith(27 GP, 3 G, 3 A), andJoe Mason(14 GP, 3 G, 0 A).
Atlanta United FC vs. Colorado Rapids Betting Predictions
Trends
- Atlanta is 3-1-1SUin their last 5 matchups
- Atlanta is 8-2-3SUon the road this season
- TheTOTALhas goneUNDERin 8 of Atlanta’s 13
- Colorado is 1-1-3SUin their last 5 matchups
- Colorado is 5-3-6SUat home this season
- TheTOTALhas goneOVERin 12 of Colorado’s 14 home games this season
Atlanta United FC vs. Colorado RapidsBettingPicks
So what’s the best bet to make in this MLS matchup? Considering who they’re facing, taking Atlanta is the only sensible option here. The money line is a decent option, but you’ll be better off sticking to the spread here. It’s either that or trying your luck against the TOTALS line.
Score Prediction: 4-1 Atlanta.
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