Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire prediction and betting tips - June 30, 2024

Prediction on game Win Seattle Sounders FC

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On the night of Sunday, June 30, Seattle Sounders will host Chicago Fire. This inter-conference match will kick off at 4:30 AM Central European Time. Dailysports experts have prepared a forecast for this encounter.

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Seattle Sounders

Seattle competes in the Western Conference of MLS. Currently, they are on the playoff brink with 25 points from 20 matches, trailing the ninth team in the West on tiebreakers. However, Sounders have two games in hand, which could widen the gap. The season has started poorly for them, especially considering last year's second-place finish in the Western Conference and their run to the MLS quarterfinals.

Despite their struggles, Seattle's defense remains solid, conceding only 25 goals in 20 matches, the third-best in the conference. However, their offense needs improvement, as they have scored 27 goals, with only three teams netting fewer. Seattle needs to work on their attack to secure a playoff spot. Their recent form also leaves much to be desired, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches.

Chicago Fire

Chicago competes in the Eastern Conference and is a bottom-tier team in their division. They have amassed 18 points from 19 regular-season matches, averaging less than one point per game. Currently, Fire sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, trailing the next team by just one point. However, the playoff race is not over for Chicago, as the gap between the ninth and last-place teams in the East is just three points.

With a bit of luck and favorable results, they could still sneak into the playoffs. Nonetheless, Fire need to improve both their defense and offense. They have conceded 34 goals, the fourth-worst in the Eastern Conference, and have scored 23 goals in 19 matches, with only one team scoring fewer. Injuries also plague Chicago, with four players set to miss the match against Seattle due to injuries.

Additionally, their star player, Shaqiri, is absent, as he is representing Switzerland at the Euros. Chicago's recent form mirrors that of Sounders, with two wins, two draws, and one loss.

Interesting Facts and Head-to-Head History

• The last meeting between these teams ended in a narrow 1-0 victory for Chicago Fire.
• Seattle Sounders have scored in 7 consecutive matches, while Chicago Fire have conceded in 9 consecutive matches.
• Chicago Fire have won only one of their last 5 away matches.

Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire Prediction

Both teams are fighting for playoff spots in their respective conferences, so motivation will be high. However, I believe Seattle is the favorite in this game. Firstly, they are playing at home; secondly, Chicago has been unconvincing on the road recently (one win in 5 matches); thirdly, Fire have conceded in nine consecutive matches. Therefore, I am betting on a Seattle victory at odds of 1.58.

Prediction on game Win Seattle Sounders FC

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