Inter Miami CF vs. Seattle Sounders FC: Match Prediction Preview, Lineups, H2h for September 17, 2025

This Wednesday, Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale will host a key MLS match as Inter Miami meets the Seattle Sounders. Here’s a look at the potential outcome and a valuable betting option.

Match Preview

Inter Miami, led by Javier Mascherano, is facing challenges, dropping to eighth in the Eastern Conference after recent losses. Even with Lionel Messi on the team, Inter has struggled offensively, failing to score in the last two matches. However, they remain strong at home, with six consecutive wins reinforcing their status as tough opponents.

The team’s main weakness is their inability to recover after conceding goals—they haven’t managed to come back for a win in the MLS since last fall. Nonetheless, Miami typically earns points when playing against Western Conference teams at home. This match presents an opportunity for them not just to end their slump but also to seek revenge for their defeat in the Leagues Cup final.

The Seattle Sounders, coached by Brian Schmetzer, have shown great consistency since their loss at the Club World Cup. They’ve lost only once in their last 16 matches and remain near the top of the Western Conference standings. Their effective rotation strategy and solid tactics have helped them keep a strong balance between offense and defense.

However, Seattle isn’t as strong on the road, getting most of their points at home. When they fall behind in away games, their performance declines. In their head-to-head matchups, Seattle has the advantage, having beaten Inter Miami twice without conceding a goal, including in the Leagues Cup final, which may play a role in their mindset going into this match.

Probable Lineups

• Inter Miami: Ustari, Frey, Allen, Falcon, Alba, De Paul, Bright, Busquets, Segovia, Messi, Allende
• Seattle Sounders: Frei, A. Roldan, Andrade, Reagan, Tolo, Vargas, C. Roldan, Ferreira, Rusnák, Morris, Musovski

Match Facts and Head-to-Head

• Inter Miami has won their last six home matches in MLS.
• Seattle Sounders are unbeaten in their last five games across all competitions.
• In two previous encounters, Seattle has beaten Inter by a total of 5-0.

Prediction

This game is crucial for Inter Miami as they look to end their winless streak and get back at Seattle for the Leagues Cup final loss. They perform better at home, and their motivation will be a key factor. Seattle is generally solid but less formidable away. Betting on an Inter Miami win at 2.02 odds is a worthwhile risk.