DC United vs FC Cincinnati: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 25/10

DC United and FC Cincinnati meet again. The clash, valid for the MLS 2026, takes place this 25/10 (Sunday), at Audi Field (Buzzard Point), at 00:30.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, DC United have won 1 time(s). FC Cincinnati have won 1. FC Cincinnati are the favourites with a 42.00% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for DC United vs FC Cincinnati.

Overview DC United vs FC Cincinnati

FC Cincinnati are favourites, with a 42.00% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Football Club Cincinnati win are at 2.381 and a draw at 3.93.

In the Major League Soccer, DC United have 7 win(s), 12 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 37 goal(s) scored and 51 conceded. The top scorer is Thai Baribo, with 16 goal(s). On the other side, FC Cincinnati have 9 win(s), 9 draw(s) and 11 defeat(s), with 60 goal(s) scored and 70 conceded. Ahoueke Denkey is the top scorer with 17 goal(s).

DC United have conceded goals in all of their last 3 clashes against FC Cincinnati.

In the last 5 matches involving DC United, all had over 2.5 goals.

DC United have conceded goals in their last 5 matches in the competition.

In the last 4 matches involving DC United, the first half had 2 or more goals.

FC Cincinnati have conceded goals in their last 19 matches in the league.

Head-to-head between DC United and FC Cincinnati

In 14 clashes, DC United have the advantage over FC Cincinnati: 6 win(s) against 4 and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 01/06/2025, in the MLS. DC United won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for DC United vs FC Cincinnati, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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DC United: current form

DC United are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.

See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:

• 7 win(s), 12 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.14 point(s) per match
• 37 goals scored (1.28 per match)
• Top scorer: Thai Baribo (16 goal(s))

FC Cincinnati: current form

Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:

• 9 win(s), 9 draw(s), 11 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.24 point(s) per match
• 60 goals scored (2.07 per match)
• Top scorer: Ahoueke Denkey (17 goal(s))

DC United vs FC Cincinnati key players

In the MLS, Thai Baribo carries D.C. United's attack with 16 goal(s).

The playmaker is Keisuke Kurokawa, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Thai Baribo has 16 goal(s).

On the other side, Ahoueke Denkey is the name that frightens the most for The Orange and Blue with 17 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Evander leads in assists with 10. In the whole season, Ahoueke Denkey has accumulated 17 goal(s).

DC United vs FC Cincinnati statistics in the MLS

DC United have an average of 10.42 corners and 2.03 cards per match. FC Cincinnati have 10.14 corners and 2.55 cards. The statistics for DC United vs FC Cincinnati are in the table below.

DC United

Home

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FC Cincinnati

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.10
  PPG
  1.30
• 23%
  Wins
  33%
• 37%
  First to Score
  47%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.27
  Scored/game
  2.07
• 1.77
  Conceded/game
  2.37
• 1.44
  xG
  1.73
• 1.70
  xGA
  1.67

Trends

• 63%
  Both Score
  77%
• 20%
  Clean Sheet
  7%
• 30%
  Failed to Score
  17%

Correct score prediction for DC United vs FC Cincinnati

FC Cincinnati are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: DC United 0-1 FC Cincinnati. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.

Where to watch DC United vs FC Cincinnati

Check out where to watch the live match between FC Cincinnati and DC United:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for DC United and FC Cincinnati

The line-ups for DC United vs FC Cincinnati in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

D.C. United line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Football Club Cincinnati line-up

The FC Cincinnati starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for DC United vs FC Cincinnati

Match: DC United vs FC Cincinnati

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 25/10/2026

Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Audi Field (Buzzard Point)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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