Picking a side with Minnesota United vs Houston Dynamo betting is difficult as neither team scores, and both are missing key attackers. Amine Bassi and Hector Herrera have seven of the Houston Dynamo’s 10 league goals this year in the MLS stats, but both were sent off on Saturday and will miss this game.
Meanwhile, Minnesota United has played all year without the suspended Emanuel Reynoso, who tallied 11 goals last year and made the Loons a favorite in MLS odds throughout the 2022 season.
Minnesota United FC vs. Houston Dynamo Odds
Moneyline: Looking at the Minnesota United vs Houston Dynamo betting, the hosts are favored at -130 on the moneyline. Meanwhile, Houston is a +295 underdog with a draw at +265.
Over/Under Total: The goal total is 2.5 with the over at -120 and the under at +100.
Minnesota United FC vs. Houston Dynamo Information
Minnesota United FC vs Houston Dynamo
Location of the game: Allianz Field. St. Paul, Minnesota.
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 17. 8:30 p.m. ET.
How to watch: Apple TV
Minnesota United FC vs. Houston Dynamo Analysis
Minnesota United Performance Recap and Analysis
United has lost two straight MLS games and they have gone six in a row without a win since beating St. Louis City FC 1-0 on April 1.
The biggest problem has been scoring goals as they were shutout three times in that span and scored more than one goal just one time, in a 3-2 loss at Vancouver Whitecaps.
United did manage to win a pair of U.S. Open Cup games, including a penalty kick win over Philadelphia Union. But the magic from cup games has not translated into MLS action.
Key Injuries:
Bakaye Dibassy (thigh), Mikael Marques (ankle) and Ryan Jiba (knee) are all out. Emanuel Reynoso is suspended.
Betting Trends to Know:
United has failed to win in all four home games on the MLS schedule this season. They have three draws at home but all three wins have come on the road. They have won five straight meetings with the Dynamo.
Houston Dynamo Performance Recap and Analysis:
Houston’s six-match unbeaten streak in all competitions ended with a 1-0 home loss to Seattle Sounders on Saturday. Houston was reduced to 10-men early when Amine Bassi picked up a straight red card and they finished the game with nine when Hector Herrera picked up a second yellow in the 78th minute.
The Dynamo sit in a playoff spot in the MLS standings thanks to their defense. While they have scored just 10 goals against MLS teams, they have only allowed nine. Goalkeeper Steve Clark has five clean sheets in 10 starts this season.
Key Injuries:
Ifunanyachi Achara (knee), Teenage Hadebe (leg) and Tate Schmitt (knee) are all out. Amine Bassi and Hector Herrea both got red cards in the last game and will be suspended against Minnesota.
Betting Trends to Know:
Houston had not allowed a goal in 536 minutes before Seattle scored on Saturday. They had just nine wins all-time on the road against Western Conference teams in 94 games. Houston has scored in both games against Minnesota last year but lost 2-1 both times.
Minnesota United FC vs. Houston Dynamo Betting Picks
- Moneyline: The best bet here is for a draw. Neither team can score, and when looking at the MLS picks for Minnesota United vs Houston Dynamo betting, +265 draw is the best moneyline option.
- Over/Under: Under 2.5 goals at +100. Again, both teams struggle to score, and this game has 1-0 or 1-1 written all over it, especially the way MUNFC play at home.
- Spread: Houston +0.5 – If either team is going to win, Houston is the best bet, and this covers for a draw as well.
Minnesota United FC v. Houston Dynamo Score Prediction
- MLS Pick: These MLS teams will meet again this month in the U.S. Open Cup. Look for a slow game on Wednesday and a 1-1 draw.
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