MLS Picks and Predictions for May 24, 2026

Nate Hornung

Written by: Nate Hornung

Published: Sun May 24, 2026, 10:16 am ET

Read Time: 5 minutes

Miguel Almiron and Atlanta United take on the Columbus Crew tonight - MLS Picks

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Yesterday we went 2-1 on the MLS betting board, only missing a +333 long shot same game parlay. Today we have three more chances to make money betting on American Soccer, as the MLS has not one, not two, but three matches for us on Sunday's slate! Let's dive into our favorite MLS picks for tonight!

  • MLS YTD
  • 18-17 (51.4%)
  • +2.21u
  • Average Odds: +121

Head over to our MLS Picks Page for our expert's soccer analysis, or read my best bets below.

Major League Soccer: Sunday's Predictions May 24

Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United MLS Picks

Wessam About Ali has five goals and an assist for the Crew so far this MLS season - MLS Picks

Wessam About Ali has five goals and an assist for the Crew so far this MLS season

Best Bet: Columbus/Atlanta Under 3 (-110)Lucky Rebel Sportsbook

Both of these teams are towards the bottom of the Eastern Conference, but because we are on the pitch, no one is guaranteed to win. If you forced me to back a side in this match, it would be the draw at +330. Columbus has not given me the confidence to lay the juice with them, and I do not trust Atlanta's offensive production at all.

Therefore, I see this being either a scoreless, or a 1-1 draw, or a 1-0 game in favor of the hosts. Either way, I don't think we get three total goals. Both Atlanta and Columbus have scored less than 20 goals so far this season, while allowing right around 20 this year as well.

I have more faith in the back lines to show up and play well, rather than the offenses fixing everything in this match.

Prediction: 1-1 Draw (+725)

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Inter Miami vs. Philadelphia Union MLS Picks

Can Inter Miami find a way to knock off the worst team in the Eastern Conference?

Can Inter Miami find a way to knock off the worst team in the Eastern Conference?

Best Bet: Inter Miami ML/Both Team to Score Yes +130)) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook

Back the hosts to get the job done tonight, but not without allowing a goal to their visitors. The Philadelphia Union have won just one match all year long, but they are still netting at least one goal per contest. Pair that against a Miami team that leads the MLS in scoring, but is also not where they need to be in the goals allowed department.

Prior to shutting out Portland, they allowed three, two and four goals to Cincinnati, Toronto and Orlando City. The Union have avoided being shutout in their past three games, despite losing twice and drawing once. Tonight, I see them at least finding the back of the net once, while Miami should roll to an easy win at home.

Prediction: Inter Miami Wins 3-1 (+875)

LAFC vs. Seattle Sounders MLS Picks

Nkosi Tafari is a huge part of the success LAFC's back line has seen this year - MLS Picks

Nkosi Tafari is a huge part of the success LAFC's back line has seen this year

Best Bet: LAFC -0.5 (+100) Lucky Rebel Sportsbook

Plain and simple, we are taking who I view as the better team at home for a playable number. For whatever reason, the -0.5 is even money while the moneyline is listed at -102. Both bets require the same result to cash, so make sure you press the right button and get the most bang for your hard earned buck. All we need is a win for the home town team.

LAFC have now lost four straight matches, but all to relatively tough competition. Tonight they can turn it around. Seattle is coming off getting shutout by the LA Galaxy at home. Despite their recent form being poor, I am willing to back the hosts to get right in this spot for even money.

Prediction: LAFC Wins 2-0 (+975)

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Nate Hornung
Nate Hornung

Nate has been a recreational sports bettor for about 5 years. In that time, he has grown to love the pursuit of winners and sticking it to The Man. Nate loves data and uses his understanding of numbers to help him be a more profitable sports gambler, however he will be the first to tell you this game is about more than just stats.

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