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MLS: DC United vs FC Cincinnati – Prediction, Stats & Odds

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On Saturday, FC Cincinnati will look to extend their impressive unbeaten run to eleven MLS matches when they take on DC United at Audi Field.

With eight wins and two draws in their last ten games, the Eastern Conference leaders are on fire. They hold a commanding seven-point lead over second-placed Nashville. And if their last encounter in May is anything to go by, where they defeated DC United 2-1 at TQL Stadium, Cincinnati will be feeling confident heading into this one.

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DC United Form

DC United have been a bit bleak in their last three matches, although it opened with a 1-2 victory against Inter Miami CF. Unable to follow that up, they went down 3-1 against Atlanta United, before handing over all three points in a 1-2 defeat against Real Salt Lake. Wayne Rooney’s men only pulled off two wins from a possible six in recent Major League Soccer matches on home soil. Of the remaining four matches, they drew two and lost two, as they scored ten and conceded seven goals.

FC Cincinnati Form

FC Cincinnati claimed seven points from their last nine available, as they won by 1-3 and 1-0 against New York City FC and Chicago Fire FC, respectively. Last time out, Vancouver Whitecaps ended up stealing a point in a 1-1 draw. The Garys managed a decent return of three wins in their last six Major League Soccer away matches, in which they scored eight while also conceding eight times. They also experienced two draws and one defeat.

DC United vs FC Cincinnati Stats

Here are some facts that might be useful for placing bets on the upcoming game between DC United and FC Cincinnati. The facts are based on statistics from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all tournaments.

  • In the last 5 matches in a row DC United played, both teams scored
  • In the last 6 DC United matches the sum of goals was over 2.5
  • In 10 of the last 12 DC United matches the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • In 8 of the last 9 DC United home matches the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • DC United have scored in 11 of the last 12 home matches
  • FC Cincinnati have scored in 34 of the last 36 matches
  • FC Cincinnati have not lost the last 13 matches in a row
  • FC Cincinnati have won 11 of the last 13 matches
  • FC Cincinnati have not lost 15 of the last 17 away matches
  • FC Cincinnati have scored in 15 of the last 17 away matches

DC United vs FC Cincinnati⁣ – In-form players

Christian Benteke is definitely one to watch. The DC United striker has scored three goals in just six Major League Soccer matches. And if that’s not enough to get you pumped up, the visitors are hoping Luciano Acosta will add to his impressive tally of six Major League Soccer goals. You won’t want to miss this!

DC United vs FC Cincinnati Betting Tips

Full-time result

DC United have struggled to defend their turf, winning only three of their last 10 home matches. They also drew three and lost four games. On the other hand, FC Cincinnati have shown impressive form on the road, winning four of their last 10 away games and drawing four. The good news for Cincinnati fans is that the team has not lost any of the last nine games, indicating a strong, confident squad.

Both teams to score

DC United broke the deadlock in just four of their previous ten games, but have scored in their last four meetings with FC Cincinnati. BTTS has paid out in the home team’s five most recent matches. Impressively, FC Cincinnati scored the first goal in nine out of the previous ten games and won three times to nil.

Total goals

Over 2.5 goals came out eight times in the previous ten matches across all tournaments for DC United, who scored an average of 1.5 goals along the way. Over 2.5 goals came up in six of FC Cincinnati’s previous ten matches across all tournaments. They managed to score an average of 1.8 goals in these matches. DC United’s last 6 matches had more than three goals. FC Cincinnati are on a fine streak of scoring at least one goal in their last 15 matches.

Match predictions: DC United vs FC Cincinnati

To sum up, the upcoming match between DC United and FC Cincinnati seems to be a good betting opportunity.

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