MLS Betting Preview: FC Cincinnati Hosts Atlanta United in Key Eastern Conference Clash

MLS Betting Preview: FC Cincinnati Hosts Atlanta United in Key Eastern Conference Clash

By Michael Harrison

February 28, 2025 at 09:26 PM

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.

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