MLS· Regular Season - 31· Audi Field
DC United
FC Cincinnati25 Oct
DC United vs FC Cincinnati Prediction & Betting Tips
Sunday, 25 October 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Over 2.5 goals
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Predicted score
1-2
Fair odds
1.37
Expected goals
1.6 - 2.2
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More DC United vs FC Cincinnati tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH2 +1.5FC Cincinnati +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 88% | 1.14 | - |
| X2FC Cincinnati or Draw | 77% | 1.30 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 71% | 1.42 | - |
| AH1 +1.5DC United +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 67% | 1.49 | - |
| 1XDC United or Draw | 61% | 1.65 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 53% | 1.90 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 47% | 2.11 | - |
| 2FC Cincinnati to win | 39% | 2.54 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| AH2 -1.5FC Cincinnati -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 33% | 3.06 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 29% | 3.39 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 27% | 3.72 | - |
| 1DC United to win | 23% | 4.39 | - |
| AH1 -1.5DC United -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 12% | 8.24 | - |
DC United vs FC Cincinnati preview & analysis
Match preview
DC United host FC Cincinnati in the MLS (Regular Season - 31) at Audi Field on Sunday, 25 October 2026, with kick-off at 23:30 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
DC United are struggling for results, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 6 and conceding 11. Most recently they beat New York Red Bulls 2-1 at home. They're 12th in the table with 33 points from 28 games. FC Cincinnati arrive in mixed form, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 11 and conceding 12. Most recently they lost to New England Revolution 2-3 at home. They're 9th in the table with 36 points from 28 games.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, DC United have won 2, FC Cincinnati have won 3 and 1 ended level. Those games averaged 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 3 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes FC Cincinnati narrow favourites: DC United 23%, draw 38%, FC Cincinnati 39%. We expect around 3.8 goals (1.6 - 2.2 in expected goals), with 73% for over 2.5 and 71% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Both teams' recent games have been open, and our goals model expects this one to follow suit. Our pick is Over 2.5 goals, which our model rates at a 73% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is DC United 1-2 FC Cincinnati.
Recent form
DC United- 15 OctHNew York Red Bulls2-1
- 11 OctAInter Miami0-4
- 1 OctHSC Paderborn 070-1
- 27 SeptAVancouver Whitecaps3-3
- 20 SeptHCharlotte1-2
FC Cincinnati- 15 OctHNew England Revolution2-3
- 11 OctAAtlanta United FC3-1
- 27 SeptACF Montreal1-3
- 20 SeptAHouston Dynamo2-2
- 13 SeptHCharlotte3-3
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 |
DC United vs FC Cincinnati: FAQ
What is the DC United vs FC Cincinnati prediction?
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Our tip is Over 2.5 goals. Our predicted score is DC United 1-2 FC Cincinnati.
Who is the favourite to win DC United vs FC Cincinnati?
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FC Cincinnati are favourites. Our model gives DC United a 23% chance of winning, FC Cincinnati 39%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in DC United vs FC Cincinnati?
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We rate both teams to score at 71%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does DC United vs FC Cincinnati kick off?
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DC United vs FC Cincinnati kicks off at 23:30 UTC on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at Audi Field, Washington.
