Main prediction: Houston Dynamo to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance Houston Dynamo
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Houston Dynamo play at home this 20/09. The opponent is FC Cincinnati, at Shell Energy Stadium (The Oven), at 01:30, in the MLS Soccer 2026.
Houston Dynamo take to the pitch with 13 win(s) and 32 goals in the league. Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati have 8 win(s) and 52 goals. Houston Dynamo lead the betting with a 49.50% chance at the sportsbooks. Check who is starting, how to watch the match and the prediction for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati.
Prediction for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
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Overview Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
Houston Dynamo are favourites, with a 49.50% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Football Club Cincinnati win are at 3.99 and a draw at 4.444.
In the MLS, Houston Dynamo have 13 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 32 goal(s) scored and 28 conceded, having Guilherme as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati have 8 win(s), 8 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 52 goal(s) scored and 59 conceded, and Ahoueke Denkey as top scorer with 13 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Houston Dynamo and FC Cincinnati
The two teams have only 3 clash(es) in their recent history. The record is:
Houston Dynamo: 0 win(s)
FC Cincinnati: 2 win(s)
Draws: 1
The most recent clash was on 26/02/2023, in the MLS. The score was: FC Cincinnati 2-1 Houston Dynamo.
With so few matches between them, each team's current form weighs more than the head-to-head record when defining the predictions for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati.
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Houston Dynamo: current form
Houston Dynamo have played 25 match(es) in the MLS.
See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:
13 win(s), 4 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.72 point(s) per match
32 goals scored (1.28 per match)
Top scorer: Guilherme (13 goal(s))
FC Cincinnati: current form
For the visitors, FC Cincinnati have played 24 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
8 win(s), 8 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.33 point(s) per match
52 goals scored (2.17 per match)
Top scorer: Ahoueke Denkey (13 goal(s))
Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati key players
In the MLS, Guilherme carries Houston Dynamo Football Club's attack with 13 goal(s).
The playmaker is Guilherme, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Guilherme has 13 goal(s).
On the other side, Ahoueke Denkey is the name that frightens the most for The Orange and Blue with 13 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Evander leads in assists with 10. In the whole season, Ahoueke Denkey has accumulated 13 goal(s).
Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati statistics in the MLS
Houston Dynamo have an average of 9 corners and 2.32 cards per match. FC Cincinnati have 10.17 corners and 2.67 cards. The statistics for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati are in the table below.
Houston Dynamo
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W D D L |
1 |
| Home | W D W W D |
2.2 |
| Away | L D L W W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 52% | 67% | 38% |
| Goals | 2.4 | 1.92 | 2.85 |
| Scored | 1.28 | 1.25 | 1.31 |
| Conceded | 1.12 | 0.67 | 1.54 |
| Both Teams to Score | 36% | 33% | 38% |
| Without Conceding | 44% | 50% | 38% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 25% | 31% |
| 1st to Score | 48% | 58% | 38% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.37 | 1.52 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.27 | 1.51 |
FC Cincinnati
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L D W |
1 |
| Home | D D W W W |
2.2 |
| Away | L L D L D |
0.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 58% | 8% |
| Goals | 4.63 | 4.83 | 4.42 |
| Scored | 2.17 | 2.83 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 2.46 | 2 | 2.92 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 75% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 8% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 48% | 50% | 42% |
|
xG
|
1.61 | 1.87 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
1.78 | 1.6 | 1.96 |
More tips for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
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Correct score prediction for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
The favoritism in the odds points to Houston Dynamo. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Houston Dynamo 1-0 FC Cincinnati. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
Check out where to watch the live match between FC Cincinnati and Houston Dynamo:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Houston Dynamo and FC Cincinnati
The line-ups for Houston Dynamo 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.
Houston Dynamo Football Club line-up
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5
Lucas Halter
Defender
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6
Artur
Midfielder
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11
Lawrence Ennali
Forward
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18
Diadie Samassekou
Midfielder
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19
Mateusz Bogusz
Midfielder
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20
Guilherme
Forward
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23
Duncan McGuire
Forward
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24
Aliyu Ibrahim
Forward
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31
Jonathan Bond
Goalkeeper
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34
Agustin Resch
Defender
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36
Felipe Vieira
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Football Club Cincinnati line-up
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4
Nick Hagglund
Defender
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9
Ahoueke Denkey
Forward
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11
Samuel Gidi
Midfielder
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12
Miles Robinson
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16
Tom Barlow
Forward
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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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22
Gerardo Valenzuela
Midfielder
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66
Ender Peña
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88
Andrei Chirila
Defender
The FC Cincinnati starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
Match: Houston Dynamo vs FC Cincinnati
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 20/09/2026
Time: 01:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Shell Energy Stadium (The Oven)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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