MLS Betting Preview: FC Cincinnati Hosts Atlanta United in Key Eastern Conference Clash
FC Cincinnati faces Atlanta United at TQL Stadium on August 13 at 7:30 p.m. ET in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup. Here's what you need to know:
FC Cincinnati's Recent Form:
- Coming off impressive 3-1 win vs Philadelphia Union
- Scored 7 goals in last 2 matches
- Currently sitting in 6th place in Eastern Conference
- Brandon Vazquez (14 goals), Brenner (8 goals), and Luciano Acosta (6 goals, 8 assists) leading attack
- Recent addition of USMNT defender Matt Miazga from Chelsea should strengthen defense
Atlanta United Status:
- Dealing with multiple key injuries including Miles Robinson and Brad Guzan
- 2 wins, 2 draws in last 5 matches
- Just 4 points behind Cincinnati in playoff race
- Ronaldo Cisneros leads team with 7 goals
- Will be missing midfielder Matheus Rosetto due to ankle injury
Match Details:
- TV: ESPN+ and STAR 64 (Cincinnati)
- Head-to-head: Atlanta leads series with 6 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss
- Atlanta has outscored Cincinnati 14-5 in their matchups
Betting Odds:
- FC Cincinnati: +120
- Atlanta United: +190
- Draw: +260
- Total Goals Over/Under 2.5: Over (-155), Under (+120)
Analysis: With Cincinnati's high-scoring form and Atlanta's injury issues, the home side has a good opportunity to earn three points if they can score first and get the crowd involved. Atlanta has struggled offensively lately with two shutouts in their last three matches.