MLS betting tips: Saturday's picks include LAFC vs. Nashville play [5/16/2026]

Today’s MLS betting tips for May 16, 2026 are here, with LAFC vs. Nashville and Colorado vs. Salt Lake among the top plays identified by our model across Saturday’s MLS play.

Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest soccer odds to unearth real betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.

List of MLS betting tips tonight [5/16, updated 9:04PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best soccer bets, ranked by edge for Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Nashville ML (+112)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 52%
• Matchup: LAFC vs. Nashville (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on Nashville to defeat LAFC at +112 odds. A 52% probability produces an edge of 4.8%, making this the strongest play for today's MLS slate.

Colorado ML (+380)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 24.9%
• Matchup: Colorado vs. Salt Lake (9:30PM ET, Saturday)

Colorado ML carries a 2.6% edge and a probability of 24.9% at +380 odds, according to our model.

MLS best bets summary: Saturday, 5/16/2026

As of 9:04PM ET, here are our top MLS bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming MLS games to bet on [5/16/2026]

• LA Galaxy vs. Seattle (9:15PM ET, Saturday)
• Cincinnati vs. San Diego FC (9:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Colorado vs. Salt Lake (9:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Dallas vs. San Jose (10:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Portland vs. Miami (6:00PM ET, Sunday)
• LAFC vs. Nashville (8:00PM ET, Sunday)

Conclusion

Our MLS best bets are locked and loaded for May 16, 2026, featuring plays such as Nashville ML and Colorado ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.