Inter Miami vs San Diego

Inter Miami enter this match following a run of three draws, having most recently shared the points in a 2:2 result against Nashville SC on 12 September, where they maintained their unbeaten streak in the newest four listed matches. Their attack has been led by Lionel Messi, while goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair recorded 14 saves across the six matches on record. San Diego have struggled recently, losing their newest three matches, including a heavy 0:5 defeat at home to Philadelphia Union on 14 September. Goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos made 15 saves across his five appearances in the listed matches, during which Anders Dreyer contributed one goal and three assists.

• Inter Miami are without M. Silvetti and T. Allende, both ruled out, and I. Fray, who is in doubt.
• San Diego are missing O. Verhoeven, reported suspended, alongside A. Mighten, Gabriel Pirani, two goals over the listed matches, and M. Ingvartsen, all ruled out.
• Inter Miami have scored 15 goals across their listed matches, while San Diego have conceded 13 goals in the same period.
• Inter Miami recorded 13 shots per match over the listed matches, compared to 12 shots per match for San Diego.

Inter Miami look better placed given their stronger attacking production and the recent defensive struggles of San Diego, who have lost four of their last six matches. Lionel Messi, with nine goal involvements over the listed matches, remains the primary threat for the hosts, while Anders Dreyer leads the visitors with four goal involvements over the listed matches. Inter Miami's ability to consistently find the net suggests they have the edge in this matchup.