Toronto FC vs Inter Miami CF – Match Preview

Toronto FC is gearing up to welcome Inter Miami CF at BMO Field on Friday, October 5th. The game, set for a 20:00 GMT start, opens Round 1 of the tournament. Toronto FC, after 33 games, is in 18th place with 37 points. Inter Miami CF leads with 68 points from 32 matches. Toronto FC aims for a strong start against the top-ranked Inter Miami CF. Both teams are eager for a win to set a positive season tone. Toronto FC looks to improve their standings, while Inter Miami CF wants to keep their lead.

Toronto FC – Form

Toronto FC’s recent performances have raised concerns. They faced a 4:1 defeat against New York Red Bulls on October 2nd. Before that, they drew 1:1 with Chicago Fire FC on September 29th. They also lost 2:0 to Colorado Rapids on September 22nd. The team struggled to score, managing only one goal across these matches.

Inter Miami CF – Form

Inter Miami CF comes into this game with strong away performances. They won 3-2 against Columbus Crew on October 2nd. This victory was unexpected. They also drew 1-1 with New York City FC, thanks to Leonardo Campana’s goal. Another 1-1 draw came against Atlanta United. These results show their ability to secure points on the road.

Toronto FC – Inter Miami CF – Head to Head

On August 8th, 2024, Inter Miami CF won 4:3 against Toronto FC in the Leagues Cup. Inter Miami CF has won 8 out of their last 10 games against Toronto FC. The teams have both scored in 4 of their recent 5 matches. Toronto FC has struggled, losing 7 of their last 9 games against Inter Miami CF. They have also conceded in 9 of their last 10 matches.

Toronto FC – Inter Miami CF – Standings

The standings show Toronto FC in 18th place with 37 points from 33 matches. They have conceded 60 goals and scored 40. Inter Miami CF is at the top with 68 points from 32 games. They have scored 72 goals and conceded 47. This performance aligns with their pre-season expectations.

Toronto FC vs Inter Miami CF – Top scorers

Prince Osei Owusu leads Toronto FC’s attack with 9 goals. Federico Bernardeschi has added 8 goals from midfield. Lorenzo Insigne, Deandre Kerr, and Derrick Etienne have also contributed. On the other side, Luis Suarez has 18 goals for Inter Miami CF. Lionel Messi follows with 17 goals. Leonardo Campana and Robert Taylor have added to the tally, with Jordi Alba scoring from defense.

Toronto FC vs Inter Miami CF – Full-Time Betting

Inter Miami CF is favored due to their form and head-to-head record. They have won 8 of their last 10 games against Toronto FC. The “halftime-fulltime” market may interest bettors looking for higher returns. The “draw-no-bet” option offers a safer bet, while the “double-chance” market could appeal to those expecting a surprise outcome.

Toronto FC vs Inter Miami CF – Over/Under Betting

The over/under market is active for this match. Past meetings suggest a high-scoring game. Toronto’s defense has struggled, while Inter Miami has a strong offense. The “Over 2.5” goals option is appealing at odds of 1.85. The “Under 2.5” option, at odds of 2.00, might attract those expecting a cautious game.

Toronto FC vs Inter Miami CF – BTTS Betting

The BTTS market is in focus for this match. The teams have both scored in 3 of their last 10 encounters. Toronto’s recent games have seen fewer BTTS outcomes, unlike Inter Miami’s away games. The “BTTS: Yes” option seems likely, but updated odds are needed for better speculation.

Toronto FC vs Inter Miami CF – Prediction