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MLS 2025 Landon Donovan MVP Award Winner

BEOmod508
StatusClosed
CategorySport
Tracking Started27 May 2025
Last Updated08 Sep 2025 15:37 UTC
BetmodBet Popularity279

LEADERBOARD

# Bet options Chance to win Change Odds Return on 100 Related
1 1Implied Projected WinnerLionel Messi 20% 5.000 500 Related
2 1Implied Projected WinnerBrian White 8.33% 12.000 1200 Related
3 1Implied Projected WinnerTai Baribo 7.14% 14.000 1400 Related
4 1Implied Projected WinnerAlonso Martinez 6.25% 16.000 1600 Related
5 1Implied Projected WinnerEvander Ferreira 5.88% 17.000 1700 Related

Event information

Overview of the Award

The Landon Donovan MLS MVP Award, named in honor of the U.S. soccer legend in 2015, crowns the league’s most outstanding player each season. Selection is made via votes from media, club staff, and current MLS players.
For full background and history, see Wikipedia – Landon Donovan MVP Award.
Wikipedia


2025 MVP Race: Current Odds & Favorites

  • Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) – The 2024 MVP and clear frontrunner at around +110 (Square Bettor). His exceptional form continues to make him the favorite.

  • Brian White (Vancouver Whitecaps) – Dark-horse with longer odds near +800, backed by consistent scoring.

  • Tai Baribo (Philadelphia Union) – A surprising contender at around +1100, riding strong momentum.

  • Other Notables:

    • Ryan Gauld, Hugo Cuypers, Christian Benteke, Alonso Martinez at roughly +1600+1800.

    • Luis Suárez, Luciano Acosta, Evander, Denis Bouanga among longer-shot names around +2000.
      squarebettor.com

Alternate betting lines via Bet365 list:

  • Messi at –138

  • Luis Suárez at +550

  • Christian Benteke at +1000, with several others ranging from +1600 to +2500
    Bet365 News


Betting Considerations

  • Sustained Excellence: Messi’s dominant impact and stats keep him atop the odds.

  • Emerging Storylines: Players like White and Baribo offer value if momentum swings.

  • Voting Dynamics: Intangibles like leadership, consistency, and team success can sway votes beyond just goals/assists.

  • Watch for Surprises: As the season heads to Decision Day, lesser-known names may gain steam through standout performances.


Expert Commentary & Coverage

  • Sports Illustrated highlights three top contenders:

    1. Anders Dreyer (San Diego FC) — a breakout star leading in goal contributions.

    2. Lionel Messi — famed veteran facing mounting fatigue concerns.

    3. Evander (Cincinnati) — consistent creative influence in midfield.
      SI

  • MLSsoccer Analyst Panel (Feb 2025):

    • Messi leads many predictions for MVP.

    • Miguel Almirón (Atlanta United) and Evander appear regularly among broader MVP votes.
      mlssoccer


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Quick Summary

  • Award: Landon Donovan MLS MVP

  • 2025 Favorite: Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) — odds range roughly +110 to –138

  • Key Challengers: Brian White, Tai Baribo, with notable mentions like Evander and Anders Dreyer

  • Betting Angle: Messi offers consistency, others present speculative upside

  • Best Sources: Square Bettor, Bet365, Sports Illustrated, MLSsoccer, Wikipedia

Projection Chart

This projection chart for BetMod 508 shows the Top 5 wagering options for "Sport" at 2025-12-01 23:18:43. The current order displaying on the Chart above is "Lionel Messi" as the projected winner, "Brian White" is in second place, "Tai Baribo" is in 3rd place right now, "Alonso Martinez" is showing up at 4th from the top, "Evander Ferreira" is showing up at 5th from the top.