FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 23/08

Main prediction: FC Cincinnati to win

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 53% 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

Overview FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders

FC Cincinnati are favourites, with a 53% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Seattle Sounders Football Club win are at 5.02 and a draw at 8.5.

In the MLS, FC Cincinnati have 8 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 48 goal(s) scored and 46 conceded, having Evander as top scorer with 12 goal(s). Meanwhile, Seattle Sounders have 7 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 21 goal(s) scored and 26 conceded, and 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 are unbeaten in 3 matches in the MLS.

FC Cincinnati have conceded goals in their last 10 matches in the competition.

Seattle Sounders are winless in 8 matches in the competition.

Seattle Sounders have lost 8 matches in a row in the league.

Seattle Sounders have conceded goals in their last 13 matches in the league.

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 2.4 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:

8 win(s), 6 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.5 point(s) per match

48 goals scored (2.4 per match)

Top scorer: Evander (12 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), 9 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.26 point(s) per match

21 goals scored (1.11 per match)

Top scorer: Paul Rothrock (5 goal(s))

FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders key players

In the MLS, Evander carries Football Club Cincinnati's attack with 12 goal(s).

The playmaker is Evander, leading in assists with 10. In the whole season, Evander has 12 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, Albert Rusnák leads in assists with 5. 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 9.9 corners and 2.75 cards per match. Meanwhile, Seattle Sounders have 11.11 corners and 1.74 cards. See the numbers for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders in the table below.

FC Cincinnati

Home

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VS

Seattle Sounders

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.50
  PPG
  1.26
• 40%
  Wins
  37%
• 45%
  First to Score
  42%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 2.40
  Scored/game
  1.11
• 2.30
  Conceded/game
  1.37
• 1.56
  xG
  1.55
• 1.82
  xGA
  1.57

Trends

• 80%
  Both Score
  53%
• 10%
  Clean Sheet
  26%
• 10%
  Failed to Score
  26%

More tips for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders

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Correct score prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders

FC Cincinnati have good form and arrived for this match scoring well. Their favoritism in the odds is a consequence of this. Exact score: FC Cincinnati 2-0 Seattle Sounders. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.

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

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Seattle Sounders Football Club line-up

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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