Orlando City vs DC United: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

Orlando City and DC United have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 18/10 (Sunday), at Inter&Co Stadium (The Exploria), at 00:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Orlando City have won 3 time(s) and score 2.6 goals per match. Meanwhile, DC United have won 1 time(s). Orlando City have a 54.64% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Orlando City vs DC United.

Overview Orlando City vs DC United

Orlando City are favourites, with a 54.64% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a D.C. United win are at 4.59 and a draw at 5.128.

In the MLS, Orlando City have 11 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 13 defeat(s), with 51 goal(s) scored and 66 conceded, having Martín Ojeda as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, DC United have 6 win(s), 12 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 34 goal(s) scored and 46 conceded, and Thai Baribo as top scorer with 14 goal(s).

Orlando City have conceded goals in all of their last 3 clashes against DC United.

In the last 5 matches involving Orlando City, all had over 2.5 goals.

In the last 3 matches involving Orlando City, all had over 3.5 goals.

Orlando City have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the competition.

In the last 3 matches involving Orlando City, all had over 9.5 corners.

DC United are winless in 4 matches in the competition.

In the last 3 matches involving DC United, all had over 2.5 goals.

DC United have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the league.

Head-to-head between Orlando City and DC United

In 22 clashes, DC United have the advantage over Orlando City: 10 win(s) against 9 and 3 draw(s). The most recent was on 26/04/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: DC United 3-2 Orlando City.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Orlando City vs DC United, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Orlando City: current form

Orlando City's attack is firing: an average of 2.6 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:

11 win(s), 4 draw(s), 13 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.32 point(s) per match

51 goals scored (1.82 per match)

Top scorer: Martín Ojeda (13 goal(s))

DC United: current form

For the visitors, DC United have played 27 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.

See their performance:

• 6 win(s), 12 draw(s), 9 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.11 point(s) per match
• 34 goals scored (1.26 per match)
• Top scorer: Thai Baribo (14 goal(s))

Orlando City vs DC United key players

In the MLS, Martín Ojeda carries Orlando City Soccer Club's attack with 13 goal(s).

The playmaker is Justin Ellis, leading in assists with 9. In the whole season, Martín Ojeda has 13 goal(s).

On the other side, Thai Baribo is the name that frightens the most for The Black-and-Red with 14 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Keisuke Kurokawa leads in assists with 6. In the whole season, Thai Baribo has accumulated 14 goal(s).

Orlando City vs DC United statistics in the MLS

Orlando City have an average of 10.82 corners and 2.36 cards per match. DC United have 10.34 corners and 1.96 cards. The statistics for Orlando City vs DC United are in the table below.

Orlando City

Home

DWLLW

VS

DC United

Away

WLDLD

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.31
  PPG
  1.18
• 38%
  Wins
  25%
• 45%
  First to Score
  39%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.86
  Scored/game
  1.29
• 2.38
  Conceded/game
  1.68
• 1.45
  xG
  1.43
• 1.90
  xGA
  1.70

Trends

• 69%
  Both Score
  61%
• 14%
  Clean Sheet
  21%
• 17%
  Failed to Score
  32%

Correct score prediction for Orlando City vs DC United

The favoritism in the odds points to Orlando City. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Orlando City 1-0 DC United. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Orlando City vs DC United

Check out where to watch the live match between DC United and Orlando City:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Orlando City and DC United

The line-ups for Orlando City vs DC United 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.

Orlando City Soccer Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

D.C. United line-up

The DC United starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Orlando City vs DC United

Match: Orlando City vs DC United

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Inter&Co Stadium (The Exploria)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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