Puebla vs Inter Miami
, KO: 01:00 Jul 28, 2024, Chase Stadium
INTER MIAMI begin their Leagues Cup campaign with a Group N clash against Liga MX strugglers Puebla. Miami have looked almost unstoppable in recent times and should ease past their hosts, who are out of sorts at the moment.
It has been a difficult campaign so far for Puebla, who have picked up just one win from four Liga MX matches this season. They head into Sunday’s clash off the back of a 2-1 defeat to Atlas last weekend.
Puebla’s problems did not start this season as they have been poor for a long time, winning just once in their last 16 matches across all competitions. Jose de la Torre’s men have lost their last 10 away matches across all competitions.
In contrast to Puebla, Inter Miami have been flying high in the MLS this season as they are currently five points clear at the top of the Eastern Conference standings. Gerardo Martino’s men have won six of their last seven matches across all competitions.
Inter Miami are coming off a 2-1 victory over Chicago Fire in an MLS fixture last weekend, with Matias Rojas and Jordi Alba getting the goals. That was the third straight home win for Miami, although they are without a clean sheet in their last five matches at Chase Stadium.
How the bookies view it: Puebla rank outsiders
Inter Miami have been installed as overwhelming favourites among the bookies and are priced at 1/2 by Betfred to claim the win. An unlikely victory for Puebla is valued at 4/1 by Betfred, who is also offering 3/1 for a draw.
Head to head: First ever meeting
There are no previous meetings between Puebla and Inter Miami.
Players to watch: Suarez to lead prolific attack
Luis Suarez is yet to find his rhythm since returning from the Copa America bug remains the leading scorer for Inter Miami with 12 MLS goals. The striker could be supported by Robert Taylor and Matias Rojas and all three men could ensure Miami score first at 4/9 with Betfred.
Lucas Cavallini has been the shining light in a disappointing campaign for Puebla, scoring four goals in four Liga MX matches this season. Rafael Duran has also caught the eye lately and both men could combine to ensure Puebla score first at 15/8 with Betfred.
Probable line-ups
Alberto Herrera was taken off at halftime against Atlas and is unlikely to start for Puebla on Sunday. Jair Gonzalez is likely to earn a place in midfield while Lucas Cavallini should retain his place in attack.
Inter Miami are likely to make changes to their team with Ian Fray pushing to start. However, Luis Suarez is expected to lead the line once again while Tomas Aviles should continue in the heart of the defence.
Puebla: Rodriguez, Angulo, Orona, Guarte, Gustavo Ferrareis, de Buen, Gonzalez, Castillo, Alvarez, Duran, Cavallini
Inter Miami: Callender, Alba, Fray, Aviles, Weigandt, Busquets, Rojas, Redondo, Taylor, Gressel, Suarez
Anything else catch the eye?
Puebla and Inter Miami have struggled to keep things tight at the back and could be set to produce goals on Sunday. Over 4.5 goals is priced at 3/1 by Betfred, who is also offering odds of 11/8 for over 3.5 goals.
Given the minimal odds for a straight Inter Miami victory, a win and both teams to score could be considered at 15/8 with Betfred. Miami could also be backed to score in both halves at 23/20 with Betfred.
This match between Puebla and Inter Miami will be played on Jul 28, 2024 and kick off at 01:00. Check below for our tipsters best Puebla vs Inter Miami prediction. You may also visit our dedicated betting previews section for the most up to date previews.
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