MLS Cup Winner 2024 Outrights: Odds, Prediction, and Best Picks

The 29th edition of Major League Soccer is well underway, almost sitting at half the way in the campaign have already provided several surprising outcomes to the spectators. However, as predicted by many, Inter Miami are leading the charge in the Supporters’ Shield table registering 35 points through 18 matches played.

The MLS Cup holders, Columbus Crew, start to their title defense has been less than impressive currently sitting with six victories through 14 matches. In a congested Eastern Conference table, it's not all doom and gloom for the Crew as they only sit four points back from third place.  

The 2023 Supporters’ Shield winners, FC Cincinnati, are off to where they left off last year, securing points. Cincinnati currently occupies the second-place spot in the table with a marginal gap between third place. It should be a thrilling finish at the top of the eastern table as it's clear Inter Miami and Cincinnati are the class on the east.

Los Angeles FC the once high-flying high-octane club in MLS is gaining momentum as the campaign progresses. Currently sitting in second place in the west, The Black and Gold defensive side of their game has rapidly improved in recent weeks. It won't last forever but LAFC picking up five straight clean sheets in MLS play, now makes them a dangerous squad leading into the postseason.

2024 Major League Soccer Cup Winner Outrights Odds

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Inter Miami were at the top of the Eastern Conference, Supporters’ Shield table, but since the Copa America, the Messi-less Inter Miami have been taken over by FC Cincinnati. Below them, there has been a lot of movement due to the recent outcomes. The Columbus Crew have leapfrogged multiple teams and are now among the top five competitors to win the prestigious Cup this season.

Meanwhile, Minnesota United and the Philadelphia Union have dropped a few places and out of the top 10 after their subpar performances in the campaign latterly. Meanwhile, The Vancouver Whitecaps have entered the conversation as MLS Cup hopefuls cracking into the top 10 thanks to their blistering start to 2024. The Caps are being led by Ryan Gauld and Brain White, between the two attacking players they have a combined 21 goals and 11 assists. The dynamic duo up to this point have carried the load helping the Caps maintain their top five position in the Western Conference table. Charlotte FC have entered the fray for the first time this season only losing three times in a 13-match run that has seen them sit comfortably in the Eastern Conference table.

MLS Cup 2024 – Analysis

Inter Miami despite dropping to secound place in the east, they still posses the best odds to claim the MLS Cup. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi will be returning to club duty with the conclusion of the 2024 Copa America. While missing their worldie talent, Inter Miami masterfly reeled off four wins in five matches without Messi.

Meanwhile, LA Galaxy are looking for redemption this season, and a resurgence could be on the cards after the five-time MLS Cup winners finished 13th in the Western Conference last season after winning just eight out of 34 league games. After 24 rounds, the club is in third place in the Western Conference with 43 points.

Greg Vanney’s men have significantly improved in year two under his tenure. In 2023 the Galaxy to finished the campaign with eight victories, this campaign they have already collected seven with still half a season to complete. A certain Los Galácticos player is making waves in MLS this season is the young talented defender Julian Aude. His stock keeps on rapidly rising each passing week showcasing his skills. His effect has also helped out the backline on this squad conceding an average of 1.9 goals against in 2023 versus the 1.47 average the club is advertising so far in 2024.

Vancouver Whitecaps, Minnesota United, Toronto FC, and Charlotte FC have shown signs of improvement. However, Real Salt Lake could become genuine title contenders out of this Group. Their last MLS Cup glory came in 2009, and now they are relying on Cristian Arango the leading goal scorer in MLS with 17 markers after 23 contests to become title contenders again.

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MLS Cup 2024 – Prediction

After scoring 51 goals in 23 matches, Inter Miami have already shown how prolific their attack is. Scoring almost three goals per match, the front three of Messi, Suarez, and Taylor will be hard to stop for any defense in the league. In midfield, Sergio Busquets has been robust and controls the tempo of the game well.

The back four of Jordi Alba, Tomas Aviles, Nicolas Freire, and DeAndre Yedlin looks staunch. Inter Miami are strong in all three departments. Drake Callender has kept four cleansheets in the 17 appearances. He has faced four penalties so far stopping one of them.

Almost two-thirds of way through the MLS campaign, the true contenders will identify themselves as the season progresses. The resurging LA Galaxy will aim for playoff qualification this year, and their rivals, Los Angeles FC, will have their eye on the MLS Cup.

The defending champions, Columbus Crew, and last season’s Shield winners, FC Cincinnati, are also expected to be in the race. New York City FC were staring at a sluggish 2024, but in recent weeks they have redeemed themselves and back in the playoff picture flirting with a top-three position in the table. New York Red Bulls, have shown signs of improvement and could reach the playoffs.

Based on the current form and squad analysis, it is safe to say that Inter Miami are one of the strongest clubs, if not the strongest, this season. They have the firepower to win the MLS Cup 2024.

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My Pick - Real Salt Lake (+1400) at FanDuel

They might not be the trendy team like Inter Miami or Los Angeles FC but Real Salt Lake are making noise in MLS and has what it takes to lift the MLS Cup at the end of the year. What makes an MLS club a true contender is their away form in a home-dominant league. RSL have only been defeated once in nine road games, making them a threat to grab a result in any situation. It also helps they possess one of the hottest strikers in the competition with Cristian Arango currently leading the Golden-boot race. It's worth a shot to sprinkle on RSL at +1400, if they continue this form the number will shrink and get lower odds.

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