FC Cincinnati heads to Red Bull Arena to face the New York Red Bulls in an Eastern Conference matchup. Kickoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, with the game available on ESPN+.

FC Cincinnati (+525) enters as significant underdogs despite winning the last two meetings, including a road victory last September. The Red Bulls (-185) hold a 3-2 all-time series advantage since FCC joined MLS.

Team Form

FC Cincinnati:

• Coming off 0-0 home draw vs D.C. United
• Currently 10th in Eastern Conference
• 11 of 14 points earned on road this season
• Recent additions Kenneth Vermeer and Geoff Cameron strengthening defense
• Luciano Acosta leads team with 4 goals, Brenner has 3 (all on road)

New York Red Bulls:

• Winless in last 4 matches
• Lost 3-2 to New England despite leading twice
• Dropped 13 points from winning positions this season
• 4 wins in 7 home games
• Caden Clark leads with 4 goals but hasn't scored since May
• Fabio leads team with 6 assists

Key Betting Lines:

• FC Cincinnati: +525 ML, -1.5 goals (-200)
• NY Red Bulls: -185 ML, -1.5 goals (+150)
• Draw: +330
• Total Goals: 2.5 (Over -150, Under +120)
• First Goal: FC Cincinnati +200, NY Red Bulls -225, No Goals +900

Analysis: Both teams have struggled closing out games this season. Given FC Cincinnati's strong road form and the Red Bulls' recent struggles, backing Cincinnati to score first or earn at least a point offers good value.

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