Inter Miami vs Orlando City Prediction, Odds, Picks: Bet Draw (+290) on May 18

Forget what has happened so far and the odds to win MLS. Things can drastically change when it comes to a derby. After a rough patch, Inter Miami expects to start building a winning streak while Orlando City wants to reclaim the throne as the best team in Florida and send the Herons out of the Eastern Conference top five.

Welcome to rivalry week! Let’s dig deeper into Sunday’s Florida derby!

Inter Miami vs Orlando City Betting Trends

• The previous meeting finished with a goalless draw.
• The all-time series is 5-5-5.
• Both scored in three of the last five encounters.
• The total exceeded three goals in three of the previous five meetings.
• They have never drawn 0-0 when clashing in Miami.

Top 2 MLS Picks for Inter Miami vs Orlando City

1. Inter Miami vs Orlando Draw (+290)

Some are afraid to say it, but I will say it: Inter Miami no longer intimidates rivals. After losing 4-1 to Minnesota United, the Herons visited the San Jose Earthquakes and struggled to win a point thanks to a 3-3 draw.

To be fair, Luis Suarez didn’t play for personal reasons, but Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba did. And a team can’t depend on a single player to win; this is not the same MLS as 10 years ago.

Regarding Suarez and the soccer player props, we must wait a bit longer to confirm if he will be available for the derby. Fafa Picault, who also missed the match against the Earthquakes due to a headache, will return.

Don’t get me wrong, I am not saying Inter Miami is a disaster, but it’s not as intimidating as Messi’s first year. In addition, Orlando City is highly motivated after beating Charlotte FC 3-1, and the difference between the two is now only one point.

Bet This Pick: Inter Miami vs Orlando City – Draw (+290)

2. Inter Miami vs Orlando Game Total: Over 3 (-115)

Rivalry week is one of the most special weeks in the MLS schedule, especially when it includes a matchup between two of the league’s top scoring teams. Inter Miami and Orlando City have scored 24 goals each. Only three other teams have scored more this MLS season.

Even if Suarez doesn’t return, I expect Inter Miami to keep scoring because Messi and Picault have found the back of the net more than any other player in the Herons’ squad. Regardless of the result and who gets to play, Miami scored in its previous five games.

As for Orlando, the Lions scored 3+ goals in their previous three games. No wonder both teams to score offers a -180 price in the props. Keep an eye on Martin Ojeda, one of the league’s top scorers with eight goals.

AN ABSOLUTE ROCKET FROM MARTÍN OJEDA 🚀 pic.twitter.com/5VYfpE8j0M

— Orlando City SC (@OrlandoCitySC) May 15, 2025

Don’t forget to check the latest MLS news before placing your bets. My final prediction is a highly entertaining 2-2 draw.

Bet This Pick: Game Total – Over 3 Goals (-115)

Inter Miami vs Orlando City How to Watch

• Match: Inter Miami (6-3-2) vs Orlando City (4-6-2)
• Date: Sunday, May 18
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Location: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale
• Inter Miami vs Orlando City Live Stream: Fubo.TV

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