2023 MLS Cup Playoffs Round 1 Odds: Game 3 to Reach Conference Semifinals

Three Major League Soccer Round One series come to an end this weekend starting on Friday when the Seattle Sounders take on FC Dallas. Then on Saturday, Houston Dynamo hosts Real Salt Lake before Sunday’s matchup between Columbus Crew and Atlanta United.

Which teams get it done and move to the second round and which squads head home for the offseason?

Read on for the betting lines for MLS Cup Round 1 final matches, plus analysis and free pick for the third match to secure a spot in the Conference Semifinals.

2023 MLS Cup Playoffs Round 1 Odds: Game 3 to Reach Conference Semifinals | MyBookie Playoff Betting Preview

2023 Major League Soccer season | 28th edition of the Major League Soccer
Round One: | Game 3: Friday, November 10th – Sunday, November 12th, 2023

New England Revolution vs Philadelphia Union | Philadelphia leads 1-0
Odds: New England -0.5 +130 / Philadelphia +0.5 -150
Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 at 9:00 pm ET
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts

2023 Major League Soccer Playoffs

Seattle Sounders vs FC Dallas | Game 3 Series Tied 1-1

MLS Odds: Seattle Sounders -138 vs FC Dallas +380
Friday, November 10th at 10:00 pm ET
Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington

Why Seattle Sounders is a good bet versus FC Dallas
Although Seattle lost Game 2 versus Dallas, the Sounders are in excellent form. In their last 7, Seattle has won 4 with 2 draws and the loss to Dallas.

In the first game between the Sounders and their first round rivals, Albert Rusnak scored a penalty and Jordan Morris got a goal at minute seventy-four to pace Seattle’s 2-0 victory. A similar game should emerge on Friday night.

Why FC Dallas is a good bet versus Seattle Sounders
Dallas wasn’t dominating the way Seattle was leading up to the MLS Cup Playoffs. But since the playoffs have started, Dallas has played great soccer.

FCD set the tone on Oct 21 with a fantastic 4-1 victory over the LA Galaxy. The loss to Seattle in Game 1 ensued, but then in Game 2, Dallas throttled the Sounders 3-1. Dallas has momentum heading into Game 3.

Final Betting Prediction: Seattle Sounders vs FC Dallas
FC Dallas played great in Game 2. The underdog in this found the net in all 3 shots on goal. But although FC Dallas has some momentum, Seattle probably should have won the last head-to-head.

The Sounders controlled possession over 68% of the time. Also, Seattle had more shots on goal, more corners, and more overall shots. The Sounders win.

MLS Cup Game 3 Pick: Seattle Sounders -138 | Bet Seattle Sounders vs FC Dallas Today
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Houston Dynamo FC vs Real Salt Lake | Game 3 Series Tied 1-1

MLS Odds: Houston Dynamo FC -152 vs Real Salt Lake +390
Saturday, November 11th at 6:00 pm ET
Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, Texas

Why Houston Dynamo FC is a good bet versus Real Salt Lake
The home team chalk had a chance to eliminate road squad Real Salt Lake in Game 2. Real SL got the victory via penalty kicks, 5-4.

Houston won’t allow Salt Lake to gain control of this match. The Dynamo beat RSL 2-1 in Game 1. Don’t be surprised if Houston pushes the attack more in Game 3 than they did in Game 1.

Why Real Salt Lake is a good bet versus Houston Dynamo FC
Salt Lake played well in the first game. Although Houston won, RSL was fantastic on defense, holding Houston to 5 shots on goal from 23 total shots.

Real allowed 2-of-5 to sail to the back of the net. In Game 2, RSL’s defense frustrated Houston enough to force penalty kicks. Salt Lake’s defense keeps them in this match.

Final Betting Prediction: Houston Dynamo FC vs Real Salt Lake
Houston is the chalk because this happens on their pitch and the Dynamo have the more electric attack.

However, Real Salt Lake’s defense is legit. It frustrated Houston in 2 straight matches and will do so again on Saturday. The longer the Dynamo play without scoring, the more difficult shots they will take, which plays into Real Salt Lake’s hands. RSL gets a game winning goal late in the match.

MLS Cup Game 3 Pick: Real Salt Lake +390 | Bet Houston Dynamo FC vs Real Salt Lake Today
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Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United FC | Game 3 Series Tied 1-1

MLS Odds: Columbus Crew -169 vs Atlanta United FC +370
Sunday, November 12th at 7:00 pm ET
Lower.com Field, Columbus, OH

Why Columbus Crew is a good bet versus Atlanta United FC
Columbus failed against Atlanta in Game 2, but the matchup happened in Atlanta. So ATL U had a big edge.

The Crew decimated Atlanta United in the first game, beating their rivals 2-0. Even in Game 2, Columbus got the attack going, scoring a couple of goals. Expect Columbus to show their best on Sunday.

Why Atlanta United FC is a good bet versus Columbus Crew
Atlanta United lost the first game via a 2-0 score. But the ATL didn’t sit back in Game 2. Instead, they produced a 4-2 victory.

The attack in Game 2 impressed. 50% of Atlanta’s shot, 7-of-14, were on goal. Not only that, but Atlanta took chances and controlled possession. If the ATL comes out with the same fire, the road dog can pull off the upset victory.

Final Betting Prediction: Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United FC
The differences between the first game and the second game in this series is startling. In Game 1, Atlanta United took a single shot attempt.

Not a single shot on goal, but a single shot attempt. Atlanta picked it up big time in Game 2. A United won’t go back to the Game 1 tactics. Instead, the ATL will continue their aggressive play. It will be as solid in the third matchup as it was in the second. The road dog pulls off the upset win in regulation.

MLS Cup Game 3 Pick: Atlanta United +370 | Bet Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United FC Today
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