FC Cincinnati travels to DC United for a crucial late-season MLS matchup at Audi Field on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Here's what you need to know:

Key Match Context:

• Previous meeting: 0-0 draw on July 31
• All-time series: DC United leads with 2 wins, 3 draws
• FC Cincinnati seeks first-ever win against DC United

Team Analysis:

FC Cincinnati:

• Won just twice since June 26 (2W-7L-7D)
• Brenner leads team with 7 goals
• Luciano Acosta tops with 8 assists
• Currently fighting to stay out of last place

DC United:

• One point from playoff spot in Eastern Conference
• Ola Kamara leads MLS with 16 goals
• Julian Gressel: 8 assists
• Strong home record (8 goals allowed at Audi Field)
• Perfect on penalty kicks (8/8 this season)

Betting Odds:

• DC United: -200
• FC Cincinnati: +500
• Draw: +360
• Total Goals: 2.5 (Over -130, Under +105)
• First Goal: DC United -250, FC Cincinnati +225, No Goals +850

Prediction: DC United's strong home form and prolific scoring make them heavy favorites. While Brenner provides attacking threat for Cincinnati, they'll need an exceptional performance to compete with Kamara and United's high-scoring offense.

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