Main prediction: FC Cincinnati to win the clash
Alternative tip: FC Cincinnati to score at least one goal
Other market: over 10.5 corners
At home, FC Cincinnati are a tough opponent. The team host Seattle Sounders this 23/08, at 00:30, at TQL Stadium (West End Stadium), in the MLS 2026.
In their last 5 across all competitions, FC Cincinnati have won 3 time(s). Meanwhile, Seattle Sounders have won 0. FC Cincinnati have a 51% chance of winning according to the betting sites.
See where to watch, probable line-ups and also the prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders.
Prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
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Overview FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
FC Cincinnati are favourites, with a 51% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Seattle Sounders Football Club win are at 3.86 and a draw at 8.5.
In the MLS Soccer, FC Cincinnati have accumulated 7 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 46 goal(s) scored and 45 conceded. Ahoueke Denkey leads the scoring chart with 11 goal(s). Meanwhile, Seattle Sounders have accumulated 7 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 20 goal(s) scored and 24 conceded, with Paul Rothrock as top scorer with 5 goal(s).
In the last 3 clashes between FC Cincinnati and Seattle Sounders, all had under 9.5 corners.
FC Cincinnati have conceded goals in all of their last 3 clashes against Seattle Sounders.
FC Cincinnati have conceded goals in their last 9 matches in the competition.
Seattle Sounders are winless in 7 matches in the competition.
Seattle Sounders have lost 7 matches in a row in the league.
Seattle Sounders have conceded goals in their last 12 matches in the league.
In the last 5 matches involving Seattle Sounders, all had under 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between FC Cincinnati and Seattle Sounders
The two teams have only 3 clash(es) in their recent history. The record is:
FC Cincinnati: 1 win(s)
Seattle Sounders: 1 win(s)
Draws: 1
The most recent clash was on 12/03/2023, in the MLS. The score was: FC Cincinnati 1-0 Seattle Sounders.
With so few matches between them, each team's current form weighs more than the head-to-head record when defining the predictions for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders.
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FC Cincinnati: current form
FC Cincinnati's attack is firing: an average of 3.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the MLS:
7 win(s), 6 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.42 point(s) per match
46 goals scored (2.42 per match)
Top scorer: Ahoueke Denkey (11 goal(s))
Seattle Sounders: current form
Meanwhile, Seattle Sounders are going through a difficult patch: 5 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:
7 win(s), 3 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.33 point(s) per match
20 goals scored (1.11 per match)
Top scorer: Paul Rothrock (5 goal(s))
FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders key players
In the MLS, Ahoueke Denkey carries Football Club Cincinnati's attack with 11 goal(s).
The playmaker is Evander, leading in assists with 10. In the whole season, Ahoueke Denkey has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Paul Rothrock is the name that frightens the most for The Sounders with 5 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Jesus Ferreira leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Paul Rothrock has accumulated 5 goal(s).
FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders statistics in the MLS
FC Cincinnati have an average of 10.05 corners and 2.74 cards per match. Meanwhile, Seattle Sounders have 11.05 corners and 1.78 cards. See the numbers for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders in the table below.
FC Cincinnati
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W L W |
2 |
| Home | W W W W L |
2.4 |
| Away | D L D D W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 70% | 10% |
| Goals | 4.7 | 5 | 4.4 |
| Scored | 2.4 | 3 | 1.8 |
| Conceded | 2.3 | 2 | 2.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 80% | 70% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 45% | 40% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.7 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
1.82 | 1.72 | 1.93 |
Seattle Sounders
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L L |
0 |
| Home | L L L L W |
0.6 |
| Away | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 44% | 30% |
| Goals | 2.47 | 3.33 | 1.7 |
| Scored | 1.11 | 1.56 | 0.7 |
| Conceded | 1.37 | 1.78 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 67% | 40% |
| Without Conceding | 26% | 11% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 22% | 30% |
| 1st to Score | 45% | 33% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.74 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.57 | 1.51 | 1.63 |
More tips for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
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Correct score prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
The favoritism in the odds points to FC Cincinnati. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: FC Cincinnati 1-0 Seattle Sounders. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
Check out where to watch the live match between Seattle Sounders and FC Cincinnati:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for FC Cincinnati and Seattle Sounders
The line-ups for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders 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.
Football Club Cincinnati line-up
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5
Obinna Nwobodo
Midfielder
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9
Ahoueke Denkey
Forward
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10
Evander
Midfielder
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12
Miles Robinson
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17
Kenji Mboma Dem
Forward
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18
Roman Celentano
Goalkeeper
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20
Pavel Bucha
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21
Matt Miazga
Defender
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22
Gerardo Valenzuela
Midfielder
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24
Kyle Smith
Defender
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66
Ender Peña
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Seattle Sounders Football Club line-up
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5
Nouhou Tolo
Defender
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11
Albert Rusnák
Midfielder
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14
Paul Rothrock
Forward
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16
Alexander Roldan
Defender
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19
Daniel Musovski
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20
Kee-hee Kim
Defender
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25
Jackson Ragen
Defender
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26
Andrew Thomas
Goalkeeper
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45
Peter Kingston
Midfielder
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85
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
Defender
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90
Sebastian Gomez
Midfielder
The Seattle Sounders starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
Match: FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 23/08/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: TQL Stadium (West End Stadium)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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