Prediction: FC Cincinnati vs New York City FC Betting Tips
Match preview and betting tips
On August 19, 2026, at the TQL Stadium, FC Cincinnati hosts New York City FC in Major League Soccer. With NYCFC slightly favored based on recent form, poise your bets on a possible draw or NYCFC victory, focusing on goals markets for potential value. This prediction guide highlights key insights to help you make informed betting decisions during this closely matched fixture.
FC Cincinnati vs New York City FC Betting Tips
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match. The match has already kicked off, so tips can no longer be added to a ticket.
Major League Soccer detailed statistics
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
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FC Cincinnati stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 33 | 12 | 10 | 11 |
| Home | 16 | 9 | 3 | 4 |
| Away | 17 | 3 | 7 | 7 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
New York City FC stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 33 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| Home | 17 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Away | 16 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Over | Under | |||
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| 0.5 goals | 28 | 27 | 5 | 6 |
| 1.5 goals | 21 | 13 | 12 | 20 |
| 2.5 goals | 11 | 5 | 22 | 28 |
| 3.5 goals | 5 | 2 | 28 | 31 |
| 4.5 goals | 1 | 1 | 32 | 32 |
| Over | Under | |||
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| 0.5 goals | 29 | 28 | 4 | 5 |
| 1.5 goals | 21 | 13 | 12 | 20 |
| 2.5 goals | 13 | 3 | 20 | 30 |
| 3.5 goals | 6 | 1 | 27 | 32 |
| 4.5 goals | 3 | 0 | 30 | 33 |
PPG
Per match
FC Cincinnati
0
New York City FC
0
Cards
Per match
FC Cincinnati
0
New York City FC
0
Goals scored
Per match
FC Cincinnati
0
New York City FC
0
Goals conceded
Per match
FC Cincinnati
0
New York City FC
0
Best scoring interval
FC Cincinnati
0
New York City FC
0
Most conceded interval
FC Cincinnati
0
New York City FC
0
FC Cincinnati cards
New York City FC cards
FC Cincinnati
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
New York City FC
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
Match Setup
FC Cincinnati vs New York City FC sees two sides with contrasting recent performances. NYCFC's dominant recent results and historical edge make them favorites, but Cincinnati's resilience at home keeps this fixture unpredictable.
Team News
FC Cincinnati's squad remains robust with key players like Evander and K. Denkey leading the attack. NYCFC relies heavily on their midfield maestro M. Moralez and Talles Magno for chances, though injury concerns could alter their attacking potency.
Tactical Betting Angle
Both teams favor attacking formations, with Cincinnati often deploying a 3-4-1-2 and NYCFC favoring a 4-2-3-1. Expect an open game with chances created from wide positions and set-pieces, enhancing opportunities for goals above the market average.
Game State Scenarios
Given the recent form and head-to-head history, New York City FC holds a slight advantage, especially considering their past dominance in matches against FC Cincinnati. The predicted scorelines and win probabilities suggest a closely contested game, but expect NYCFC to maintain their favorable streak.