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Inter Miami encountered a setback last weekend, falling 2-0 at Red Bull New York. The Herons previously had a three-game winning streak.

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Despite all the star power up and down their roster, Miami are looking up at the New England Revolution – who leapfrogged them during Matchday 32 – in the Eastern Conference standings.

Although they hold a four-point lead over fourth-place Chicago Fire FC, the Herons will be eager to reclaim the No. 2 seed in the East and move closer to clinching a 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup spot.

With Messi, Miami are always a threat. And with the season winding down, expect the defending MLS Cup champions to carry a "must-win" attitude.

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FC Cincinnati enjoyed a six-point week, earning back-to-back wins over D.C. United.

In their latest matchup, a 2-0 Cincy victory, Evander recorded 1g/1a to become the second player in MLS history with at least 15 assists in three consecutive seasons. Tom Barlow added the insurance tally. 

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Unlike their South Florida counterparts, FC Cincinnati aren't slated to earn home-field advantage in the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs. Instead, they're simply looking to secure a postseason spot!

Thanks to two straight wins, the Orange & Blue now hold a three-point edge over Red Bull New York (ninth place) and a four-point advantage over rival Columbus Crew (10th place).

In fact, a win against Miami, combined with Columbus losing at FC Dallas, could secure a playoff berth for head coach Pat Noonan's side and take them out of the Wild Card places altogether.

Inter Miami are sizable favorites over Cincinnati, taking 66% of the market compared to 17% for the visitors.