In matchweek 28, Atlanta United, one of the struggling teams in both the Eastern Conference and MLS overall, host mid-table Eastern Conference opponents Cincinnati. Despite their position, bookmakers believe the hosts have at least as much chance of winning.
Atlanta United
Atlanta United do have reasons for optimism. They are unbeaten in three league matches — one win and two draws. However, all three opponents are in the bottom half of the league table. Two of them failed to score past Lucas Hoyos. Atlanta United have scored at least one goal in 9 of their last 10 home MLS matches, although that has only been enough to avoid defeat in four of them.
Cincinnati
Cincinnati finished second in the Eastern Conference and the overall MLS table in the 2025 season, so their current 10th place in the conference looks distinctly disappointing. They have hit a poor run, going six league matches without a win (three draws and three defeats), which has seen them drop from fifth place. They have conceded at least two goals in five of those matches. This significantly increases the hosts' chances of scoring and securing at least a draw.
Atlanta United vs Cincinnati Prediction
Their last meeting at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium (a 4:2 win for Atlanta United) also supports our prediction that Atlanta United will score and avoid defeat.
