Inter Miami vs Toronto 2023: Match Analysis, Predictions, and Lineups
Inter Miami is gearing up for an exciting clash against Toronto in the 2023 Major League Soccer (MLS) season. GOATX, your source for in-depth soccer analysis, is here to break down the team’s strengths, expected lineups, betting odds, and score predictions.
Analyzing Inter Miami vs Toronto’s Form: Following their recent 2-5 defeat to Atlanta United, Inter Miami currently sits at the 14th position in the Eastern Conference standings of the 2023 MLS season. They trail the 9th-placed DC United, who hold the playoff spot, by 7 points (28 points compared to 35 points), but with two fewer matches played. In their remaining seven matches, Inter Miami needs to secure at least six wins to secure a playoff berth.
Inter Miami holds several advantages as they head into the crucial last seven matches. In head-to-head encounters, they have only lost once to Toronto in their six meetings (with five losses). That sole defeat occurred on Toronto’s home turf when Inter Miami did not have Lionel Messi in their ranks.
Moreover, at home, Inter Miami boasts an impressive record with four wins and three draws in their last seven matches. Their most recent home loss at DRV PNK Stadium was a narrow 1-2 defeat to DC United on June 4, 2023.
On the other hand, Toronto has only won two out of their last 20 matches across all competitions, with four draws and 14 losses. Their away record is even worse, as they have not won any of their last 19 away matches (with four draws and 15 losses). It seems unlikely that Toronto will earn points or improve their position in the overall standings.
Latest Squad Updates for Inter Miami vs Toronto: Inter Miami’s head coach Tata Martino will miss several key players due to injuries, including Gregore, Corentin Jean, Ian Fray, and Franco Negri. Superstar Lionel Messi is also dealing with fitness issues following his national team duties.
In fact, Messi was rested entirely in the match against Bolivia (which Argentina won 3-0) in the World Cup 2026 South American qualifiers. However, considering the slim playoff hopes, Messi might start the game to help his team return to the path of victory.
Toronto, on the other hand, will be without some key players such as Sean Johnson, Prince Osei Owusu, and Adama Diomande. Coach Terry Dunfield’s team is currently below Inter Miami in the Western Conference MLS standings.
Expected Lineups for Inter Miami vs Toronto: Inter Miami (4-3-3): Callender; Yedlin, Avilés, Miller, Allen; Arroyo, Busquets, Cremaschi; Taylor, Campana, Messi. Toronto (4-3-3): Romero; Franklin, Rosted, Bradley, Petretta; Ibarra, Alonso Coello, Osorio; Bernardesc, Kerr, Insigne.
Betting Insights for Inter Miami vs Toronto: GOATX offers some exciting betting insights for the Inter Miami vs Toronto match.
Inter Miami’s Clean Sheet Record: In 3 out of their last 4 wins against Toronto, Inter Miami kept clean sheets. Furthermore, Toronto has failed to score in 7 out of their last 10 matches across all competitions and in 6 out of their last 7 away games.
Inter Miami as the Asian Handicap Winner: Inter Miami has won 5 out of their last 6 encounters against Toronto and 5 out of their last 6 home games. In contrast, Toronto has lost 9 out of their last 10 matches and 9 out of their last 11 away games. Therefore, Inter Miami looks like a strong bet in this match.
Leonardo Campana to Score or Assist: Ecuadorian forward Leonardo Campana leads Inter Miami’s scoring charts in the MLS with 9 goals and has provided 2 assists. Betfair offers favorable odds of 1.86 for Campana to score or assist in this match.
GOATX Score Prediction for Inter Miami vs Toronto: Facing Toronto at this juncture is ideal for Inter Miami to regain their winning momentum. Prior to their 2-5 loss to Atlanta United in the previous round, Inter Miami remained unbeaten in 12 matches, with Lionel Messi featuring in 11 of them. With home advantage, better form, and a positive head-to-head record, Messi’s Inter Miami is poised for victory.
Prediction: Inter Miami 2-0 Toronto
