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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Vancouver Whitecaps vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

The Vancouver Whitecaps (5 wins, 5 losses, 6 draws) welcome FC Cincinnati (12-1-3) to BC Place Saturday. Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Vancouver Whitecaps vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati has been red hot lately, making MLS history as the first team to reach 39 points in 16 games. It has won 6 straight games, 2 of which have been on the road, and also is on its way to the semifinal in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. FCC is led by its captain, M Luciano Acosta, who has 7 goals and 2 assists. No other player has more than 4 goals.

Vancouver is 2-3-1 over its last 6 games, but it hasn’t lost at home since a 2-1 defeat to Real Salt Lake to open the season. The Whitecaps are 5-1-3 at BC Place. They are led by F Brian White, who has a team-high 6 goals this season. The Whitecaps average 1.63 goals per game while they allow 1.25.

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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. FC Cincinnati odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Vancouver Whitecaps +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | FC Cincinnati +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +100)

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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

Vancouver Whitecaps 1, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+250).

The Whitecaps have drawn 3 times at home, and they are taking on the best team in MLS. Vancouver lost 2 of its first 10 games yet has dropped 3 of its last 6, so it isn’t playing at a high level right now either.

Given the Open Cup, FCC has given top players like F Brandon Vazquez more minutes than expected, so expect the potent offense to give rest to a few key forwards. FCC has drawn 3 of 7 road matches.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

FC Cincinnati has gone Under in 2 of its last 3 games and in 2 of its last 3 road matches. As noted, it may also give limited minutes to key attackers like Vazquez and M Alvaro Barreal.

Vancouver has gone Under in 2 of its last 4 but has topped 2 expected goals in just 1 of its last 6 matches.

Both teams also rank in the bottom half of the league in shots against, so defense has been paramount for both clubs. Considering that and the recent trends, take the UNDER 2.5 (+100).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (8 wins, 1 loss, 3 draws) welcomes the Columbus Crew (5-4-3) to TQL Stadium Saturday. Kickoff in the rivalry matchup is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati is the only team that has yet to lose or draw at home. It is 7-0-0 at TQL Stadium, winning 3-0 against CF Montreal Wednesday. FCC has scored 18 goals and allowed 12 through 12 matches. It has scored in all but 1 match. Offensively, it is led by F Sergio Santos, who has 4 goals this season.

The Crew, on the other hand, are just 1-3-1 on the road this season. They have scored 23 goals, the league’s 2nd-most, only trailing Atlanta’s 25. The Crew have scored in all but 1 match as well, and they are led by M Lucas Zelarayan, who has 5 on the season. The Crew are 1-1-1 over their last 3 matches, all at home. This is their first road match since April 29.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Columbus Crew +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: -110)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, Columbus Crew 2

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+260).

FCC hasn’t always been the better side in this battle, but they were last season. Even then, they couldn’t come out on top at home. They have drawn the Crew 2-2 in their last 2 home matches and have drawn them in 3 of their last 4 matches in Cincinnati.

FCC’s home winning streak is also destined to come to an end soon. They have been half an expected goal over their opponent in 5 of 7 home matches, which suggests they are not truly dominating at home.

The Crew, on the other hand, have had as many or more expected goals in 3 of 5 road matches. This should be a close game, and I’d take the DRAW (+260) for a small unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-135).

The Crew and FCC have gone Over this total in 5 of their last 6 games and in their last 3 in Cincinnati.

The Crew have gone Over in 2 of their last 3 games and have scored multiple goals in 5 of their last 8. Their attack is one of the most lethal in the MLS. They have had at least 1 expected goal in all but 3 games. They have also allowed a goal in 4 of their last 5 and multiple goals in 2 of their last 3. Their offense is good, and their defense is average at best.

FCC has gone Over in 4 of their last 5 games and has scored multiple goals in 3 of their last 5. They have gone Over in 4 of 7 home games and have scored multiple goals in 4 of 7 as well.

Considering their strengths offensively at home and the Crew’s playstyle, back the OVER 2.5 (-135).

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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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New England Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New England Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

The New England Revolution (6 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws) welcome FC Cincinnati (6-1-2) to Gillette Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the New England Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati is a perfect 5-0-0 at home but just 1-1-2 on the road. It defeated Louisville City 1-0 in a U.S. Open Cup match Wednesday and picked up a 2-1 win over Portland at home in MLS action last Saturday. FCC has won 4 of its last 5 MLS games and is led offensively by F Sergio Santos, who has 4 goals on the season.

The Revolution are 4-0-1 at home this season. They have scored 15 goals and have allowed a mere 8 on the season. New England is just 2-0-2 over its last 4 games and is led in scoring by F Giacomo Vrioni, who has 3 goals on the season. Four other players have scored at least twice this season.

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New England Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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  • Moneyline: New England Revolution +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | FC Cincinnati +2405 (bet $100 to win $240) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: -105)

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New England Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati  picks and predictions

Prediction

New England Revolution 1, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+240).

The Revs have drawn 2 of their last 4 games and have finished within .3 expected goals of their opponent in 4 of their last 6 outings.

They have consistently played to the level of their opponent but have been able to squeak out wins. FCC has drawn 2 of 4 road games and has been within .6 expected goals in all 4 road matches.

Couple it all and take the DRAW (+240).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-105).

Both teams are tied at the top of the Eastern Conference because of their defense.

FCC is allowing just 1.11 goals per game and has 5 clean sheets. It has allowed 0 or 1 goal in all but 2 games this season. FCC’s offense hasn’t been dynamic either as it has scored 0 or 1 in all but 3 games.

The Revs have a top-tier defense as well and have allowed just 2 goals in 5 home games and have allowed more than 1 goal just once all season.

Ultimately, considering both teams’ defensive strength, back the UNDER 2.5 (-105).

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St. Louis City SC vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s St. Louis City SC vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

St. Louis City SC (5 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws) welcome FC Cincinnati (5-0-2) to CITYPARK Saturday. Kickoff in the high-profile matchup is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the St. Louis City SC vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati sits atop the MLS with 17 points through 7 games. They are  4-0-0 at home and 1-0-2 on the road this season. FCC has won 3 straight games, all 1-0, and 4 of their 7 games this season have finished 1-0. They have 5 clean sheets and allow just .57 goals per game. FCC is led offensively by F Sergio Santos, who has 2 goals in 7 games played.

St. Louis City, in their first season, started off strong. They won 5 straight games, 3 on the road, and 3 by multiple goals, but have lost their last 2 — a 1-0 home loss to Minnesota United and a 3-0 road loss to Seattle. St. Louis City is led by F Klauss, who has 5 goals on the season.

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St. Louis City SC vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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  • Moneyline: St. Louis City SC +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | FC Cincinnati +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Draw +230
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: -105)

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St. Louis City SC vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

St. Louis City SC 1, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+230).

FCC has been good on the road, but not great. They have 2 draws in 3 road games. This mimics what the team did a season ago, ending with 7 draws in 17 road matches. FCC has finished within .5 expected goals of their opponent 3 times in 7 games.

While St. Louis has struggled lately, they still have quality wins over Austin and San Jose early on. They should be able to bounce back and get some type of result here. While they haven’t drawn this season, 4 of their 7 games have finished within .5 expected goals, so they play to the level of their opponent.

This should be a close battle, and for the value, I’d play a DRAW (+230).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-105).

Unlike last season, FC Cincinnati’s defense looks as legit as they come. They have held dominant offensive teams like Seattle, Nashville and Philadelphia scoreless. They have 5 clean sheets and rank 5th in the MLS in save percentage. They rank 1st in interceptions as well. They have gone Under this total in 5 of 7 games and in 2 of 3 on the road.

St. Louis sits 6th in interceptions and has had a different season in that regard. St. Louis has gone Under in 1 of 7 games, but they have 2 clean sheets and have held their opponent to 0 or 1 in 5 of 7. They have also failed to score in 2 straight after scoring 3 or more in 4 of their first 5. St. Louis has cooled down offensively and has had a relatively strong defense all season, allowing just 8 goals in 7 games.

Ultimately, both defenses have been strong while both offenses have been inconsistent. With that in mind, play to the strength of the teams and take the UNDER 2.5 (-105).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (4 wins, 0 losses, 2 draws) battle the Philadelphia Union (2-3-1) Saturday. Kickoff from TQL Stadium is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

The Union took down FC Cincinnati 1-0 in the Eastern Conference semifinals of the 2022 MLS playoffs on the way to losing the MLS Cup. Expectations were high again in 2023 for the East’s top seed after such a strong season.

However, despite most of their key starters returning, it has been a struggle early on. F/M Daniel Gazdag, who had 22 goals last season, has 2 through 5 games. Philadelphia is 0-2-1 through its last 3 games and is 0-2-0 on the road is currently 8th in the conference.

FC Cincinnati is 3-0-0 at home this season, having outscored the opposition 4-1 at TQL Stadium. FCC is coming off a 1-0 win over Inter Miami last Saturday. Cinci is led in scoring by M Junior Moreno and F Sergio Santos, both of whom have scored twice.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:35 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Philadelphia Union +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -135 | U: +100)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Philadelphia Union picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 1, Philadelphia Union 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+250).

Philadelphia drew Sporting KC 0-0 in their last game. The Union have played close battles as of late with 4 straight games ending in a draw or with a 1-goal margin. Philly has been within .4 expected goals of its opponent in 4 straight games.

FCC has been a similar story as it has been within .7 expected goals of their opponent in all but 1 game this season. All 6 of its games has resulted in a draw or finished with a 1-goal margin.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

Philadelphia has gone Under in 3 of 6 games this season, but they have had 1.3 or fewer expected goals in 5 of their last 6. The Union have allowed less than 1 expected goal in 3 of 6 and have many familiar faces on their backline, one that allowed just .76 goals per game last season.

FCC is atop the East because of its defense and goaltending, allowing just 4 goals in 6 games with 4 clean sheets. Cincinnati is tied for the most clean sheets in the league and has the sixth-best save percentage while ranking No. 1 in interceptions as well.

Considering the strength so far for both teams, take the UNDER 2.5 (+100).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami CF odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati at Inter Miami CF odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (3 wins, 0 losses, 2 draws) welcome Inter Miami CF (2-3-0) Saturday. Kickoff from TQL Stadium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami CF odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati ranks 2nd in the Eastern Conference with 11 points after defeating Nashville FC 1-0 on the road last Saturday thanks to a 48th-minute goal by F Brandon Vazquez. While Nashville controlled possession 61% to FCC’s 39%, FCC dominated the attack with 7 shots on goal as opposed to Nashville’s 3.

Inter Miami CF has dropped 3 games in a row since starting the season with back-to-back wins, including a 3-2 heartbreaking loss against Chicago FC last week. Chicago scored the winner in the 92nd-minute winner after Miami had rallied from 2-0 down in the 38th minute to square things up by the 76-minute mark. Miami led possession with 67.1% and had 7 shots on target to Chicago’s 5 but was never able to secure an advantage.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami CF odds

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  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Inter Miami CF +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Draw +410
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145| U: +100)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami CF picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, Inter Miami CF 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There is not much value on a Cincinnati (-180) moneyline play.

Miami has not found any success on the road this season with a 0-2 road record and they are also on a 3-game skid. Meanwhile, FCC is undefeated at home with a 2-0 home record and has yet to lose a match this season making these odds justifiable, just a little steep.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+100).

FCC has only topped 3 goals in 2 games this season while Miami has topped 3 goals in just 1 of its 5 games. Cincinnati GK Roman Celentano is tied for 1st place in the MLS with 3 clean sheets and will surely wreak havoc on a Miami team that has yet to score in a road match.

Cincinnati ranks 3rd in the MLS in 2nd half scoring defense allowing just .2 goals per game in the back 45. Its defense has been scored on 1st just a single time this season which puts it at 4th in the league.

Expect Cincinnati to jump out to an early lead and look to control possession from there allowing UNDER 2.5 (+100) to hit.

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Nashville vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

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

FC Cincinnati (2 wins, 0 losses, 2 draws) and Nashville SC (2-1-1) battle on Saturday with kickoff from GEODIS Park set for 8:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Nashville vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati salvaged a 3-3 draw with the Chicago Fire last week. They started off up 1-0 and ended up trailing 3-1 before scoring 2 goals in the last 10 minutes. FCC has drawn both of their road games and won both home games. They are led by F Sergio Santos and M Junior Moreno, both of which have 2 goals on the season.

Nashville has scored 4 goals in 4 games and allowed just 1. Seattle is the only other team in the MLS with 4 games played and just 1 allowed goal. Nashville is coming off a 1-0 road loss to New England, having won both their home games 2-0. They are led n scoring by F Jacob Shaffelburg, who has 2 goals on the season. Star F Hany Mukhtar is a name to keep an eye on. He has 2 assists in 4 games.

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Nashville vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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  • Moneyline: Nashville +107 (bet $100 to win $107) | FC Cincinnati +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Draw +255
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Nashville vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

Nashville SC 2, FC Cincinnati 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET NASHVILLE SC (+107).

Nashville has dominated 2 good opponents at home. They beat NYCFC 2-0 to open the season then CF Montreal 2-0 on March 11. It wasn’t just that they won, but the how. They had .9 more expected goals than NYCFC and 1.2 more expected goals than Montreal. Both those opponents were playoff teams last season.

Meanwhile, FCC drew both their games on the road with the teams having combined for just 1 win this season. FCC has been within .3 expected goals of their opponent in 3 of 4 games and has played 3 teams that missed the playoffs last season.

Nashville’s defense, led by USMNT star D Walker Zimmerman, is also the real deal and should limit a lethal FCC attack. Ultimately, considering their home strength, back NASHVILLE SC (+107).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN OVER 2.5 (+110).

While Nashville’s defense is elite, FCC’s attack is as well. They have scored 6 goals in 4 games and are averaging 1.5 goals per game on the road.

FCC has also allowed a goal per game this season, but their defense will be challenged by Mukhtar as well. They allowed 3 goals to a Chicago side that had just 1 goal in its 2 games prior.

Nashville has scored multiple goals in both home games, and that trend is likely to continue. For a small unit, back the OVER 2.5 (+110).

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Chicago Fire vs. FC Cincinnati odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Chicago Fire vs. FC Cincinnati odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago Fire (0 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) welcome FC Cincinnati (2-0-1) to Soldier Field Saturday. Kickoff in this Eastern Conference battle is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Chicago Fire vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati enters off a 1-0 home victory over the previously undefeated Seattle Sounders last Saturday, holding them off despite a late-game red card. FCC is 0-0-1 on the road this season, drawing Orlando 0-0 in their lone away match on March 4. All 3 of Cincinnati’s goals this season have come from a different player with M Obinna Nwobodo, F Sergio Santos and F Brenner all finding the back of the net.

The Fire are the only team in the Eastern Conference that has played just 2 games and are 1 of 4 teams in the conference that has yet to record its second goal. Chicago drew NYCFC 1-1 at home on March 4 then lost to Philadelphia 1-0 on the road on March 11. M Fabian Herbers has the team’s lone goal.

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Chicago Fire vs. FC Cincinnati odds

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  • Moneyline: Chicago Fire +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | FC Cincinnati +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Chicago Fire vs. FC Cincinnati picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 1, Chicago Fire 1

Moneyline (ML)

SPRINKLE DRAW (+250).

The Fire most likely won’t be a playoff team this season, but they will be able to compete.

The Fire and NYCFC finished within one expected goal in Chicago’s first game, and then the Fire had just .3 fewer expected goals than Philadelphia on the road. Keeping that game close is impressive as Philadelphia is one of the best teams in MLS.

FCC drew its lone road match of the season and has only won both its other games by 1 goal. Two of FCC’s 3 games have ended within .3 expected goals.

Both teams play to the level of their opponent, so back the DRAW (+250) with a partial unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-110).

FC Cincinnati hasn’t had the same dynamic offense we saw last season. They are averaging just a goal per game and have had 1.8 combined expected goals in their last 2 games. The Fire have a similar story, having yet to either score or allow 2 goals in a game this season.

Both teams would be in the top ten in the MLS in interceptions (Fire only have 2 games when most have 3). However, FCC has only allowed 9 shots while the Fire have allowed 6. Both teams have sturdy defenses and struggling offenses.

Back the UNDER 2.5 (-110).

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FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds and lines, with expert MLS picks, predictions and best bets.

FC Cincinnati (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) welcomes the Seattle Sounders (2-0-0) to TQL Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.

FC Cincinnati kicked off their season at home with a 2-1 win over Houston. They followed it up by taking to the road and drawing Orlando despite having 4 more shots and 3 more shots on target. FCC had 57% possession in that game. They sit tied for 5th in the East.

FCC drew Seattle 1-1 last season on the road.

The Sounders, on the other hand, are 1 of 2 teams in the Western Conference that kicked off the season undefeated. They have 6 goals for and 0 against. Seattle is coming off a 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake, ending with 6 more shots on goal and 60% possession.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: FC Cincinnati +107 (bet $100 to win $107) | Seattle Sounders +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Draw +255
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders picks and predictions

Prediction

FC Cincinnati 2, Seattle Sounders 2

Moneyline (ML)

LEAN DRAW (+255).

These two sides drew last season, and this should be a highly competitive battle.

Seattle has already proven to be one of the best teams in the West, especially at full strength after a season of injuries last year. They have given up 17 shots through 2 games as well. So while they have a dynamic offense, the defense could concede.

FC Cincinnati ended last season with 6 draws in 17 home games and had fewer expected goals in their lone home matchup. They were one of the most draw-heavy sides last season and have a similar roster, one even stronger defensively.

Ultimately, for the value, back DRAW (+255).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-115).

Both teams are 1-1 O/U on this total, but it hasn’t been because of a lacking attack.

FCC had ample chances against Houston and then played a slower game against Orlando; whereas, Seattle had 4 goals on Colorado and scored 2 against a lacking Real Salt Lake team.

The FCC backline allowed 1.6 expected goals to Houston. Seattle should be able to have ample opportunities with F Jordan Morris and F Raul Ruidiaz.

FCC has had more than an expected goal in both games while Seattle has had 2 or more in both games and has allowed 17 shots, showing at least some weakness in the final third.

Considering the fast style of play this should be at, take the OVER 2.5 (-115) despite the juice.

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