Main prediction: both teams to score (BTTS)
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Orlando City and FC Cincinnati have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 16/08 (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 2 time(s) and score 2 goals per match. Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati have won 3 time(s). Orlando City have a 45% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati.
Prediction for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
BTTS - Yes
Overview Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
Orlando City are favourites, with a 45% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Football Club Cincinnati win are at 3.077 and a draw at 8.
In the Major League Soccer, Orlando City have 6 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 30 goal(s) scored and 47 conceded. The top scorer is Martín Ojeda, with 11 goal(s). On the other side, FC Cincinnati have 7 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 45 goal(s) scored and 44 conceded. Ahoueke Denkey is the top scorer with 11 goal(s).
Orlando City are unbeaten against FC Cincinnati in 3 matches.
Orlando City have conceded goals in all of their last 5 clashes against FC Cincinnati.
In the last 3 matches involving Orlando City, all had under 9.5 corners.
In the last 8 matches involving FC Cincinnati, all had over 2.5 goals.
FC Cincinnati have conceded goals in their last 8 matches in the league.
In the last 11 matches involving FC Cincinnati, the first half had 2 or more goals.
Head-to-head between Orlando City and FC Cincinnati
In 14 clashes between Orlando City and FC Cincinnati, the record is balanced: 5 win(s) for each side and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 24/05/2026, in the MLS. Score: FC Cincinnati 6-2 Orlando City.
A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.
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Orlando City: current form
Orlando City's attack is firing: an average of 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:
6 win(s), 2 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.11 point(s) per match
30 goals scored (1.67 per match)
Top scorer: Martín Ojeda (11 goal(s))
FC Cincinnati: current form
On the other side, FC Cincinnati also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 3.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the MLS:
7 win(s), 5 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.44 point(s) per match
45 goals scored (2.5 per match)
Top scorer: Ahoueke Denkey (11 goal(s))
Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati key players
In the MLS, Martín Ojeda carries Orlando City Soccer Club's attack with 11 goal(s).
The playmaker is Justin Ellis, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Martín Ojeda has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Ahoueke Denkey is the name that frightens the most for The Orange and Blue with 11 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Evander leads in assists with 10. In the whole season, Ahoueke Denkey has accumulated 11 goal(s).
Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati statistics in the MLS
Orlando City have an average of 10.95 corners and 2.5 cards per match. FC Cincinnati have 9.78 corners and 2.78 cards. Follow all the statistics for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati below.
Orlando City
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W L D |
1.4 |
| Home | W D W W L |
2 |
| Away | L W L L W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 50% | 20% |
| Goals | 4.28 | 3.5 | 4.9 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.88 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 2.61 | 1.63 | 3.4 |
| Both Teams to Score | 61% | 75% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 13% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 13% | 40% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 75% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.4 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
2.01 | 1.94 | 2.06 |
FC Cincinnati
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W W D |
2 |
| Home | W W W L W |
2.4 |
| Away | L D D W D |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 67% | 11% |
| Goals | 4.94 | 5.22 | 4.67 |
| Scored | 2.5 | 3.11 | 1.89 |
| Conceded | 2.44 | 2.11 | 2.78 |
| Both Teams to Score | 78% | 67% | 89% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 22% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 11% | 11% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 33% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.58 | 1.72 | 1.44 |
|
xGA
|
1.82 | 1.7 | 1.93 |
More tips for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
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Correct score prediction for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
The favoritism in the odds points to Orlando City. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Orlando City 1-0 FC Cincinnati. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
Check out where to watch the live match between FC Cincinnati and Orlando City:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Orlando City and FC Cincinnati
The line-ups for Orlando City 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.
Orlando City Soccer Club line-up
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3
Adrián Marín
Defender
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4
David Brekalo
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6
Robin Jansson
Defender
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7
Antoine Griezmann
Forward
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8
Braian Ojeda
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11
Tiago Carvalho
Forward
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20
Eduard Velasco
Midfielder
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22
Justin Ellis
Forward
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24
Griffin Dorsey
Defender
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71
Maxime Crépeau
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77
Iván Angulo
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
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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11
Samuel Gidi
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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24
Kyle Smith
Defender
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29
Bryan León
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66
Ender Peña
The FC Cincinnati starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
Match: Orlando City vs FC Cincinnati
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 16/08/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Inter&Co Stadium (The Exploria)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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