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D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

D.C. United (6 wins, 8 losses, 5 draws) welcomes FC Cincinnati (13-1-4) to Audi Field Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

D.C. United comes into this game with a 3-3-3 home record. It is averaging 1.37 goals per game while allowing 1.37, having scored and allowed 26 through 19 matches. It is led by former Belgium star F Christian Benteke, who has 8 goals in 18 matches. United has lost back-to-back games, most recently losing 2-1 to Real Salt Lake at home.

FC Cincinnati beat Toronto 3-0 in a midweek match at home Wednesday, but it is just 3-1-4 on the road this season. FCC is averaging 1.67 goals per game. It is led by its defense, allowing a mere 0.89. Star M Luciano Acosta leads the team with 9 goals in 17 matches. M Alvaro Barreal has a team-high 4 assists.

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D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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Moneyline: D.C. United +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | FC Cincinnati +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Draw +250
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +100)

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D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

D.C. United 1, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+250).

FCC has drawn on the road as many times as it has won and lost combined.

While it beat United at home 2-1 on May 6, it has just 0.1 more expected goals than its opponent which suggests it didn’t drastically outplay DC despite being at home. FCC has drawn 2 of its last 4 road matches as well.

United has drawn 2 of their last 4 home matches. For a small unit, take DRAW (+250).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

United has scored in 5 straight home games despite having under 1.0 expected goals in 2 of those. They haven’t consistently generated offense. In 3 of those, they held their opponent to under 1.0 expected goals as well despite having allowed a goal per game over their 5 last matches.

Basically, they have scored often without creating many chances and allowed goals despite limiting quality opportunities. Both teams rank in the bottom half of the league in shots against, with Cincinnati No. 2 in save percentage.

FCC has gone Under this total in 3 of its last 5 matches and 3 of its last 4 on the road. Take the UNDER 2.5 (+100).

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FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (6 wins, 1 loss, 3 draws) welcomes D.C. United (4-4-2) to TQL Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati, which transferred star F Brenner to Serie A side Udinese last month, has struggled offensively, its main strength last season. Cincinnati is averaging 1.3 goals per game and is allowing just 1.1. It is coming off a 1-1 road draw against New England. FCC has yet to lose or draw at home, posting a perfect 5-0-0 record at TQL Stadium.

D.C. United is in playoff position, albeit most of the season is still remaining. United is averaging 1.4 goals per game while allowing 1.3. It is 2-2-1 on the road this season. F Christian Benteke, a former Belgium standout, is D.C.’s main offensive option, having scored 5 goals in 10 starts. United has won 3 straight games after posting a 1-4-2 record through its first 7.

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FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds

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Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | D.C. United +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Draw +275
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: -110)

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FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, D.C. United 0

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN FC CINCINNATI (-140).

FC Cincinnati has been unstoppable at home, and it hasn’t just beaten up low-tier sides either. It took down Seattle, the top team in the West, Houston and Portland — all teams in the top 8 in the West. It has had more expected goals in each of those matches as well.

As for United, it has won 3 straight, but all 4 of its wins this season have come against teams outside the top 7 in the East. It hasn’t beaten a team in the West either. This would be, by far, its most impressive result even coming away with a point.

Considering its lack of quality wins and FCC’s dominance at home, for a small unit given the juice, TAKE FC CINCINNATI (-140).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-110).

FC Cincinnati has gone Under in 3 of its last 4 home games with all 3 of those matches ending 1-0. Its lone 2 games which went Over at home ended 2-1. It has scored multiple goals in just 3 of 10 matches this season.

FCC’s strength this season has been its backline. FCC is tied for the 2nd-most clean sheets and sits No. 1 in interceptions. It has also allowed just 40 shots against through 10 games.

United has allowed just 38 shots against through 10 games. It has scored multiple goals in just 4 of 10 games and has been held scoreless in 2 of 5 road matches. United has gone Under in half of its games.

Ultimately, considering the strength of the home sides and the ability of both teams to limit attempts, BACK UNDER 2.5 (-110).

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D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

D.C. United (5 wins, 10 losses, 2 draws) welcomes the Columbus Crew (6-5-7) to Audi Field Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

After a tough start to the season, losing 3 of their first 7 and going on a 4-match scoreless streak, the Crew are starting to figure it out and have not lost since May 21. They’ve won 2 of their last 3 and are 3-0-1 in their last 4 road matches.

Columbus is led in scoring by F Derrick Etienne with 5 goals while 2021 All-Star M Lucas Zelarayan also helps balance the attack, having scored 3 on the season.

D.C. United is looking to rebound after a 7-0 road loss to Philadelphia. The Union were up 5-0 at the half. United is 3-5-1 at home this season. They have lost 4 of their last 5 and 2 of their last 3 home matches.

United just hired EPL legend Wayne Rooney as their manager, but that shouldn’t help their near-term woes. United is led in scoring by F Taxiarchis Fountas, who has 9 goals on the season.

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D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew odds, lines, picks and predictions

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Money line: D.C. United +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Columbus Crew +180 (bet $180 to win $180) | Draw +250
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Prediction

Columbus Crew 1, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN DRAW +250.

Both teams have been equally bad in their current situation. United has lost 2 of its last 3 home matches, one to Nashville and the other to NYCFC. A 7-0 loss doesn’t instill confidence either.

However, United is 4-0-0 against teams other than Columbus that also sit 5th through 9th on the Eastern Conference table. The Crew did beat United 3-0 earlier in the season, but United had more expected goals in that match.

Also, United’s weakness has come defensively, and that will be shadowed by a horrible Crew attack, tied for the 3rd-fewest goals in the conference.

Add it all together, and these sides don’t have much splitting them given this situation. I’ll play a draw given that.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

If it were up to Columbus, this would be a slow-paced game. It ranks in the bottom half of the league in total passes and total attacking assists.

Those are a few reasons why they have just 23 goals in 18 matches. Columbus has scored multiple goals in just 3 of their last 8 matches and has topped this total in just 3 of those as well.

D.C. United, which has allowed 10 goals in their last 2 matches, have scored multiple goals just once in their last 5 matches.

While their defense has struggled, their opponents’ expected goals have eclipsed 2 just 4 times. Considering they’ll be at home as well, I expect a better effort.

Combine it all, and I’ll take the Under 2.5 (+100).

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FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati (0 wins, 1 loss, 0 draws) hosts D.C. United (1-0-0) at TQL Stadium Saturday for a 6 p.m. ET. kickoff. Below, we preview the FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati was absolutely embarrassed in its opener, on the road against Austin FC. Austin finished 14th in the Western Conference last season and lost their leading goal scorer to Charlotte. It won 5-0.

FCC looks like the worst team in the conference outside of potentially Charlotte, the most recent expansion team. They should get their most lethal scoring threat, F Brenner, in action, which should give their attack a boost.

As for D.C. United, they took down Charlotte 3-0.

F Ola Kamara scored as a sub with F Michael Estrada doing most of the damage, putting 2 in the back of the net. United was tested though as Charlotte put 5 shots on target yet none in the back of the net.

FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: FC Cincinnati +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | D.C. United +125 (bet $100 to win $122) | Draw +250
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Prediction

D.C. United 2, FC Cincinnati 1

Money line (ML)

BET on D.C. UNITED +125.

FC Cincinnati looked helpless last week. It wasn’t just a unique situation either. They lost 5-0 to what is projected to be one of the worst teams in the West, and it was clear their defense couldn’t keep up.

United should pose even a greater threat with Kamara having been tied for the second-most goals in the MLS a season ago. FCC was just 1-11-5 at home last season, totaling a mere 8 points in 17 home matches.

There’s no reason to expect them to come out on top in this one. With plus-money odds, I’d certainly back United, who looked terrific to start the 2022 season.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-130).

D.C. United gave up 5 shots on goal, and with Brenner starting to train with the team, having arrived in late February to Cincinnati, he should be able to help their attack.

FC Cincinnati, on the other hand, gave up 5 goals to Austin and allowed 2.18 goals per game last season.

It doesn’t seem like their defense has improved much, and I’d expect United to get at least a couple of goals, especially coming off a 3-goal performance against Charlotte.

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D.C. United vs. New England Revolution odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s D.C. United at New England Revolution odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of many MLS games Wednesday, D.C. United (8 wins, 8 losses, 3 draws) travel north to take on the New England Revolution (13-3-4) at Gillette Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. New England Revolution odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

New England is coming into this match as the top-ranked Eastern Conference side. The Revolution sit 12 points higher than second-place New York City FC.

With the second-leading goal scorer in MLS, F Gustavo Bou, leading the way, New England will prepare for a tough matchup against a strong United side led by F Ola Kamara, who is tied for third in goals in MLS.

United is sixth in the conference. However, they’re just 2-6-3 on the road, so the success away from home, where they’ve won six of eight games, just hasn’t been there.

D.C. United vs. New England Revolution: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: D.C. United +330 (bet $100 to win $330) | New England Revolution -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Draw +260
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +110)

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Prediction

New England Revolution 3, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

BET on the NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION -130. They’re 7-1-1 at home.

On a similar note, United is far worse on the road with 18 of their 27 points coming at home.

The Revolution won six of their last seven matches, and there’s no denying they’re the clear and obvious favorite in this one. It’d be shocking to even see a tie.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-145) as both sides have one of the league’s top goal scorers.

Kamara vs. Bou will be thrilling to watch. The two combine for 23 goals, and their teams have thrived due to their attacking prowess.

The Revolution are the top offense in the East with United having the fourth-most goals. Both defenses have also given up more than 20 goals.

The Revolution have combined for 3 or more goals in five of their last six matches. United have a similar story as they hit the Over in each of their last three matches.

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D.C. United at Nashville SC odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s D.C. United at Nashville SC odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of four MLS games Sunday, D.C. United (8 wins, 7 losses, 3 draws) travel south to take on Nashville SC (6-2-10) at Nissan Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. Nashville SC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

Coming into this match with the most ties in MLS, Nashville has played the majority of its games at home and is yet to lose at Nissan Stadium. However, Nashville has yet to win on the road as well.

Nashville is coming off a 2-1 road loss to Inter Miami CF Aug. 8 while D.C. United is surging.

United took down CF and the Columbus Crew in their last two games and are unbeaten across their last five games, having climbed the table all the way to sixth place in the Eastern Conference.

D.C. United vs. Nashville SC: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: D.C. United +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Nashville SC +115 (bet $100 to win $155) | Draw +210
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +120 | U: -160)

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Prediction

Nashville SC 2, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” on NASHVILLE SC (+115) as it’s just a different team at home and has won six of 11 matches at Nissan Stadium. Along those lines, United has lost five of 10 matches on the road.

Twenty-six-year-old MF Hany Mukhtar has been the star of the season for Nashville SC. Even without D Walker Zimmerman, Nashville should be fine as United may be without up to six players.

Nashville has been dominant at home, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see them come out on top again. Without its top defender, put just half a unit on Nashville.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (+120) as both these teams have a balanced scoring attack. As Nashville is without its All-Star defender, expect United to get on the board at least once.

However, Nashville’s attack should be able to carry it to victory. Nashville scored 26 goals in 18 matches. United has scored 27 goals in 18 matches. These two teams have lethal attacking players.

Nashville hit the Over in four of its last seven matches while United played to the Over in six of their last eight. Expect at least 3 goals to be netted Sunday.

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D.C. United at Columbus Crew odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s D.C. United at Columbus Crew odds and lines, with MLS picks and predictions.

In one of 12 MLS games Wednesday night, D.C. United (6 wins, 7 losses, 3 draws) travel to take on the Columbus Crew (6-4-6) at Lower.com Field. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

With all the CONCACAF Gold Cup players back, both sides can look to return to their early-season form.

For the Crew, that means the return of F Gyasi Zardes. He scored 4 goals across his final five MLS matches before scoring twice in six Gold Cup appearances.

The Crew need his help as they were destroyed by NYCFC in their last outing. That said, they aren’t the only side that will have a key player return, as M Paul Arriola will be back for United.

Coming off a 0-0 draw with FC Cincinnati despite being shown two red cards, United will have the chance to jump into the Eastern Conference’s top-seven teams with a win or a draw and a CF Montreal loss.

D.C. United at Columbus Crew: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: D.C. United +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Columbus Crew +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Draw +200
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +125 | U: -170)

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Prediction

Columbus Crew 1, D.C. United 0

Money line (ML)

BET on the COLUMBUS CREW (+125) as the best value on the money line. It’s less of a bet on the Crew and more of a bet on just how awful United has been on the road this season.

United has lost five of nine road matches. On top of that, the Crew have won four of seven in front of their home crowd.

The Crew won two of their last four games and their defense has been the main reason for the success. After a brutal road loss, I expect them to bounce back at home.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (-170) although the cost is a bit steep.

Neither team ranks in the top 10 in MLS in goals. Even with Arriola and Zardes back, it’s unlikely they put in a full 90 minutes after both getting extensive time with the USMNT.

The Crew hit the Under in five of their last nine matches. United played to the Under in each of their last two matches as they’ve struggled to consistently score. They had just 5 shots on target in their last two games.

The Under is the better play but, at these odds, place only half a unit on it.

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D.C. United at FC Cincinnati odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s D.C. United at FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

In one of a plethora of MLS games Saturday, D.C. United (6 wins, 7 losses, 2 draws) travel to play FC Cincinnati (3-7-4) at TQL Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati welcomes DC United in hopes it can finally get three points at home. FCC is 0-3-2 in its brand-new stadium.

While FC Cincinnati should be back to full strength, D.C. United won’t be. United are still down F Paul Arriola and D Donovan Pines, who are both playing for the USMNT in CONCACAF Gold Cup action.

D.C. United are coming in with two wins, two losses and a draw over their last five games. They’re led by F Ola Kamara who has been one of the most dangerous attacking players in the MLS this season.

D.C. United at FC Cincinnati: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: D.C. United +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | FC Cincinnati +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Draw +250
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -105 | U: -130)

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Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

BET on FC CINCINNATI (+155) to get its first win at home. Without Arriola, D.C. United’s attack isn’t quite the same.

Along those lines, United has been downright awful away from home, losing five of eight games. Although FC Cincinnati has struggled at home, the crowd has continued to show up.

Despite their fortune so far, most teams are better in front of their home crowd. Cincinnati lost 3-0 to Nashville SC in its last outings, but is 1-2-3 over its last six games.

Cincinnati is in store for a win at home, and against a short-handed United side, it’s as good as chance as it’ll get.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-105) as both sides have had high-scoring matches lately.

United hit the Over in four of their last five matches. FC Cincinnati has seen at least 3 goals scored in three of their last four matches.

While Arriola may not be with the team, Kamara has been doing enough to scare the FC Cincinnati defense. Backed by F Brenner and winger Luciano Acosta, FCC’s attack has also been lethal.

FC Cincinnati has scored 8 goals in its last five games while United tallied 12 over their last five matches. Combine it all, and the Over looks like good value.

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New York Red Bulls at D.C. United odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New York Red Bulls at D.C. United odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New York Red Bulls (5 wins, 5 losses, 3 draws) visit D.C. United (5-7-2) Sunday at Audi Field. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the New York Red Bulls vs. D.C. United odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Red Bulls take to the road where they’ve struggled this season at 1-4-2. New York is 1-1-3 over its last five games and isn’t missing any players for CONCACAF Gold Cup action.

The same can’t be said for United, as they will be down F Paul Arriola and D Donovan Pines, both of which are playing for the USMNT. United has been solid at home at 4-2-0; however, they’re just 1-2-2 over their last five games.

New York Red Bulls at D.C. United: Odds, picks and predictions

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Money line: New York Red Bulls +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | D.C. United +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Draw +230
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -115)

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Prediction

D.C. United 1, New York Red Bulls 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+230) as both sides are relatively at the same level in terms of talent.

Along those lines, the few players absent for United pulls the bar back to even as they’ve been a formidable opponent at home. With Arriola out, United will lose some pace in the middle.

Over the last five games for each side, there have been five combined draws. Neither team is a stranger to seeing the same score on the board at the end of the game.

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Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-115) as neither team has been overly dominant in the attacking third.

United has scored 20 goals through 14 matches while the Red Bulls have put 18 in the back of the net through 13 games. Both have consistent defenses, allowing a combined 34 goals in 27 matches.

The Under hit in three of United’s last eight games and three of the Red Bulls’ last four. It’s the best value as both teams rank in the top seven of MLS in interceptions.

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Analyzing Wednesday’s D.C. United at Chicago Fire matchup with betting advice and picks

Breaking down the odds and lines for Wednesday’s D.C. United at Chicago Fire MLS matchup with betting advice and predictions.

In one of many MLS games Wednesday, D.C. United (5 wins, 7 losses, 1 draw) visit the Chicago Fire (3-8-2) at Soldier Field. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the D.C. United vs. Chicago Fire FC odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets, picks and predictions.

The Chicago Fire take the field after losing 5-1 to Nashville SC Saturday. The Fire will look to get back in the win column behind F Ignacio Aliseda and his 3 goals in eight appearances. However, they’ll need to learn to defend, having given up the third-most goals in the Eastern Conference this season.

D.C. United is without USA MF Paul Arriola, who typically plays an important attacking role in their midfield. That burden will be put on F Ola Kamara, who has 5 goals on the season. A win could vault United from ninth place to seventh in the conference and put them in playoff contention.

D.C. United at Chicago Fire: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:05 p.m. ET.

Money line: D.C. United +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Chicago Fire +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Draw +260
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -160 | U: +120)

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Prediction

Chicago Fire 2, D.C. United 1

Money line (ML)

BET on the FIRE (+110) because they’ve been respectable at home.

Chicago has all of its wins and draws at home and is just better in front of the home crowd at the intimidating Soldier Field. On top of that, the Fire have played well lately with wins in two of their last three matches.

While United hasn’t necessarily struggled, they have lost two of their last three games. They’re also just 1-5-1 on the road.

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Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the OVER 2.5 (-160) because Chicago is on fire and also has a horrible backline.

The Fire were absolutely embarrassed by Nashville MF Hany Mukhtar last time they took the pitch. However, aside from that, they’ve been a scoring machine over their last four matches in averaging 2.5 goals per game.

United scored at least 1 goal in four of their last five matches, including a 7-goal outburst against Toronto FC July 3. The Toronto defense is the worst in the East, but Chicago isn’t too far behind.

With both teams scoring lately, expect a high-scoring game. Given the cost on the total, I’d only consider putting half a unit on it.

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