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<rss version="2.0"><channel><description> Host of MLS Show “The Designated Pundits”&#xA;💸 BetUS TV MLS Expert (4x Capper of the Week)&#xA;📝 Member- North American Soccer Reporters</description><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social</link><title>@bobvsoccer.bsky.social - Bob Ventimiglia | MLS Analysis, Expert Picks</title><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvdgwpcsrd2d</link><description>I like the Washington Spirit to win this weekend, but the official play (with much better odds) is Under 3.5 goals and NO DRAW.  This match definitely deserves a winner, while the low goal total has an over 76% chance of hitting.</description><pubDate>12 Sep 2026 15:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvdgwpcsrd2d</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvdchqmhfk2w</link><description>Considering ALL the injuries to these two teams, I think Real Salt Lake against NYCFC has a better than usual chance at being a draw. &#xA;&#xA;I took a little 1/4 unit play at +270&#xA;&#xA;Last night we discussed this and more on out podcast- check the links below!&#xA;buff.ly/b2AA9pA</description><pubDate>12 Sep 2026 14:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvdchqmhfk2w</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvbu3k2xzo2g</link><description>I like the Rapids this week; they should get a win hosting CF Montreal.  &#xA;&#xA;Their odds need a partner to approach even money, so I will take them with the over on 1.5 goals. &#xA;&#xA;We discussed 11 matches for this weekend on last night’s livestream- buff.ly/L48gai4</description><pubDate>12 Sep 2026 00:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvbu3k2xzo2g</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvboiokr222p</link><description>The Seattle Reign should get the win this weekend over Bay FC.  I like the home advantage, although you are paying up just a hair with the 47% win probability. &#xA;&#xA;This is my second official NWSL pick of the weekend.</description><pubDate>11 Sep 2026 23:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvboiokr222p</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvbcihrq2x2m</link><description>When the Columbus Crew host RBNY we expect a low goal total.  Under 3.5 goals has a 67+% chance, and is a value at -142. &#xA;&#xA;Hear more on this week’s show- buff.ly/tbh5CF3</description><pubDate>11 Sep 2026 19:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvbcihrq2x2m</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvb42qwjgh23</link><description>Without Evander, I think FC Cincinnati could struggle against Charlotte FC this weekend. &#xA;&#xA;At +230 Charlotte is a value, but I will protect against the draw with a Draw No Bet at +156 instead. &#xA;&#xA;Catch this week’s podcast for more- buff.ly/298MW26</description><pubDate>11 Sep 2026 17:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvb42qwjgh23</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvatxfwavf2g</link><description>This weekend I think Angel City at +125 to beat the Denver Summit is a great play.  &#xA;&#xA;My model shows a 42.4% chance at a win, and the implied probability of a +125 bet is almost even.</description><pubDate>11 Sep 2026 15:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvatxfwavf2g</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvatfoysdp2x</link><description>MLS Week 26 is almost here, so here is my model’s predictions on each match. &#xA;&#xA;In the thread, I included win %, o/u 2.5, o/u 3.5, and both teams to score.&#xA;&#xA;Good luck this week!</description><pubDate>11 Sep 2026 15:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvatfoysdp2x</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mvarlnbuer2b</link><description>With NWSL’s week starting tonight, here are my model’s predictions for each match.  In the thread below, find the win%, chance at over/under on 2.5 and 3.5 goals, and the % chance that both teams score. &#xA;&#xA;Good Luck!</description><pubDate>11 Sep 2026 14:27 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvarlnbuer2b</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mv4wl5eeoc2f</link><description>Cuatro a Cero&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>10 Sep 2026 01:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv4wl5eeoc2f</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mv4nd3cody2w</link><description>Last up, I think the Vancouver Whitecaps and LA Galaxy both want want to be stingy tonight.  Low goal totals are probable according to the model, so let’s set that trend.&#xA;&#xA;Under 3.5 is the official play.</description><pubDate>09 Sep 2026 23:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv4nd3cody2w</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mv47ltjsek2d</link><description>Portland Timbers vs St. Louis City could be the sneaky game of the Matchday for MLS tonight. I will pass on closing a winner, but instead favor GOALS to be in supply. &#xA;&#xA;Official play is Both Team to Score and NO DRAW.  This game deserves a winner.</description><pubDate>09 Sep 2026 18:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv47ltjsek2d</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mv3zzcfjlx2v</link><description>Next official play for #MLS tonight is Austin FC on the Draw No Bet option. &#xA;&#xA;Protecting us from the volatility that sometimes accompanies Colorado is the way to go.  The +145 on ATX is a good bet, but playing chicken on this midweek plays isn’t a bad strategy, either.</description><pubDate>09 Sep 2026 17:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3zzcfjlx2v</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mv3pfbu4l32b</link><description>When NYCFC host the Revolution tonight, I wanted to favor NYCFC but get draw protection.  By pairing the double chance, representing ~68% of outcomes, with a small over on 1.5 goals which pushes us to -152 odds. &#xA;&#xA;Low risk, low reward to start Matchday 25.</description><pubDate>09 Sep 2026 14:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3pfbu4l32b</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mv3mmv2d7c2e</link><description>Couldn’t get a new podcast out this week ahead of Wednesday Soccer, but here are my model’s results for today, September 9, 2026. &#xA;&#xA;In the thread, find each match by win %, over/under 2.5 and 3.5, and BTTS chance. &#xA;&#xA;Good luck everybody!</description><pubDate>09 Sep 2026 13:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3mmv2d7c2e</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3muxueri5wl2s</link><description>Grade C from ESPN is a badge of honor.</description><pubDate>08 Sep 2026 01:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3muxueri5wl2s</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3muszfb6jns27</link><description>Is the third goal in the room with us?&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>06 Sep 2026 03:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3muszfb6jns27</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mustfefa362m</link><description>Tapia with the travela. &#xA;&#xA;Beauty in motion. Excellent technique.</description><pubDate>06 Sep 2026 01:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mustfefa362m</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mustbfhghc27</link><description>Harsh red for Ashley Westwood. &#xA;&#xA;Ref wants to make himself part of the game. What a shame.</description><pubDate>06 Sep 2026 01:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mustbfhghc27</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mussvnsph62m</link><description>That’s it. &#xA;&#xA;I can’t have this Dallas crap, giving up two goals to SKC. &#xA;&#xA;FC Dallas is officially outside of my circle of trust. &#xA;&#xA;I’m gonna need to have Jose Tellez on the show Monday to talk about it. &#xA;&#xA;See you there at 8:30 PM ET.</description><pubDate>06 Sep 2026 01:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mussvnsph62m</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3musnwqwcq22p</link><description>One last #MLS play for the weekend!&#xA;&#xA;FC Dallas should beat the pants off of Sporting KC this weekend. Pairing their home win with an under on 4.5 goals (a large total) comes in at -105.&#xA;&#xA;Hear more on The Designated Pundits- subscribe now on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform! buff.ly/aKupOLX</description><pubDate>05 Sep 2026 23:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3musnwqwcq22p</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mushj26dav2q</link><description>My last #NWSL play for the weekend features the Under on 3.5 goals in the Portland Timbers vs Washington Spirit match.  This one holds some volatility, but I still think the price is right at +104.</description><pubDate>05 Sep 2026 21:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mushj26dav2q</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mus4vcuzzx2e</link><description>When Austin FC hosts the SJ Earthquake in this weekend&#39;s #MLS matchup, I see a low goal total.  Under 2.5 at +158 odds is the official play, and one that should hit over 50% of the time. &#xA;&#xA;Good luck this weekend! 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I like Charlotte to score 2 or more- now at even money. &#xA;&#xA;Hear more- buff.ly/Ty3ITx8</description><pubDate>04 Sep 2026 23:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3muq3ab4qp72d</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3muppaeon5g2q</link><description>Over in #NWSL, the Utah Royals host the Boston Legacy TONIGHT, Friday September 4th. &#xA;&#xA;I like the Royals to win outright, and at -135 you&#39;re getting goods odds.</description><pubDate>04 Sep 2026 19:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3muppaeon5g2q</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mupis65hul2z</link><description>My first play for this weekend is the NYCFC vs Nashville SC match.  &#xA;&#xA;NYCFC doesn&#39;t shine as brightly at home this season as they&#39;d like, and I think they get overpowered by Nashville SC- who have too many ways to score. &#xA;&#xA;Check our podcast for more- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits</description><pubDate>04 Sep 2026 17:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mupis65hul2z</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/bobvsoccer.bsky.social/post/3mupaovarlm27</link><description>MLS has a Friday night match, so here are my model&#39;s predictions for this weekend, #MLS Matchweek 24!&#xA;&#xA;In the thread, you can find the over/under on 2.5 and 3.5 goals, as well as the both teams to score prop. &#xA;&#xA;Good luck this weekend, everybody!</description><pubDate>04 Sep 2026 15:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:ldvhybtxiqgefxbbjmrfosaj/app.bsky.feed.post/3mupaovarlm27</guid></item></channel></rss>