MLS· Regular Season - 11· Soldier Field
Chicago Fire
FC Cincinnati2-3
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Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati Prediction & Betting Tips
Sunday, 3 May 2026 · Kick-off
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More Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Chicago Fire +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 91% | 1.09 | - |
| 1XChicago Fire or Draw | 82% | 1.23 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 73% | 1.37 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 68% | 1.47 | - |
| AH2 +1.5FC Cincinnati +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 60% | 1.66 | - |
| X2FC Cincinnati or Draw | 56% | 1.78 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 53% | 1.90 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 47% | 2.11 | - |
| 1Chicago Fire to win | 44% | 2.28 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Chicago Fire -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 40% | 2.52 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 32% | 3.13 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 27% | 3.72 | - |
| 2FC Cincinnati to win | 18% | 5.43 | - |
| AH2 -1.5FC Cincinnati -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 9% | 11.74 | - |
Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati preview & analysis
Match preview
Chicago Fire host FC Cincinnati in the MLS (Regular Season - 11) at Soldier Field on Sunday, 3 May 2026, with kick-off at 00:30 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Chicago Fire have won 1, FC Cincinnati have won 4 and 1 ended level. Those games averaged 3.2 goals, and both teams scored in 4 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Chicago Fire narrow favourites: Chicago Fire 44%, draw 38%, FC Cincinnati 18%. We expect around 3.8 goals (2.4 - 1.4 in expected goals), with 73% for over 2.5 and 68% for both teams to score.
Head to head
MLS table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Nashville SC | 29 | 20 | 6 | 3 | +41 | 66 |
| 2 |  Inter Miami | 29 | 14 | 10 | 5 | +20 | 52 |
| 3 |  New England Revolution | 29 | 15 | 4 | 10 | +7 | 49 |
| 4 | Chicago Fire | 29 | 14 | 6 | 9 | +9 | 48 |
| 5 |  Charlotte | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | +8 | 46 |
| 6 |  Philadelphia Union | 29 | 13 | 6 | 10 | +13 | 45 |
| 7 |  Orlando City SC | 29 | 11 | 5 | 13 | -15 | 38 |
| 8 |  New York Red Bulls | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | -15 | 36 |
| 9 | FC Cincinnati | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | -8 | 36 |
| 10 |  New York City FC | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | +2 | 33 |
| 11 |  Toronto FC | 29 | 7 | 12 | 10 | -11 | 33 |
| 12 |  DC United | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | -11 | 33 |
| 13 |  Columbus Crew | 29 | 9 | 5 | 15 | -3 | 32 |
| 14 |  Atlanta United FC | 29 | 8 | 6 | 15 | -12 | 30 |
| 15 |  CF Montreal | 29 | 6 | 6 | 17 | -24 | 24 |
Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati: FAQ
Who is the favourite to win Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati?
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Chicago Fire are favourites. Our model gives Chicago Fire a 44% chance of winning, FC Cincinnati 18%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati?
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We rate both teams to score at 68%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati kick off?
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Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati kicks off at 00:30 UTC on Sunday, 3 May 2026 at Soldier Field, Chicago.
