Cincinnati vs Orlando City: Match Prediction for MLS
In their last two encounters, Cincinnati and Orlando City each secured narrow away victories. How will the match unfold on October 6? Can we expect a goal drought today? We invite you to check out our predictions and select your precise wagers.

Command Analysis

FC Cincinnati

Current Form
Cincinnati enters the upcoming match sitting third in the Eastern Conference standings, already securing a playoff spot. There remains a chance to compete for second place, though the team appears to have slowed down, seemingly coasting through the remainder of the regular season. In their last three matches, Cincinnati has faced a winless streak, with one draw and two losses. In their most recent away match, they lost 2-3 to New York City.
Injuries and Suspensions
The team is dealing with significant player absences. Injured players such as Avazia, Foster, Kann, Miagza, and Santos will not participate today. Kelsey is also unavailable due to accumulated yellow cards.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In their last three matches, Cincinnati has trailed at halftime.
- Both teams have scored in four of their most recent matches.
Projected Lineup: Celentano - Powell, Robinson, Hadebe, Yedlin - Nwobodo, Buha, Orellano, Acosta - Pinto, Kubos.

Orlando City

Current Form
Orlando sits just behind today's opponent in the standings at fourth place and has already secured a spot in the playoffs. The team has made a strong push at the end of the season, winning four out of their last five matches, clearly heading into the playoffs in good form. In their last game, Orlando defeated Philadelphia Union 2-1 at home.
Injuries and Suspensions
Brkalo and Stajduhar will miss today's match due to injuries.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Orlando has only lost the first half in one of their last five matches
- In the previous three games involving the team, there has been a goal exchange
Projected Lineup: Gallese - Smith, Schlegel, Jansson, Rafael Santos - Araujo, Cartagena, Torres, Oieda - Angulo, Enrique.
Trends
Bet No goals in both halves
In the last four encounters, no goals were scored in either half
1.98Bet Orlando City to score in the second half
In the last five matches, Orlando has scored in the second 45 minutes
1.61Bet Exact score 1:2
The hosts suffered their last two defeats by a one-goal margin
12.00Tip and bets
We believe bookmakers are slightly overrating the hosts who have not secured a victory in their last three matches. In contrast, Orlando City has been finishing the regular season strong, winning four out of their last five games, and clearly has the potential to earn at least one point today.
Our prediction is that Orlando City will not lose at odds of 1.93
Bet on Total Goals
In the last nine head-to-head matches, neither team has scored more than three goals. We don't expect a breakthrough today that would lead to a high-scoring game.
Our second bet is under 3.5 total goals with odds of 1.57
First Half Bet
In the last five matches, Cincinnati has managed to win in the first half only once. We believe the visitors will avoid defeat during this period and at least secure a draw.
Prediction – Orlando City will not lose in the first half with odds of 1.55