Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Major League Soccer match.
FC Cincinnati remain one of the standout sides in the Eastern Conference, and despite a brief dip in form, they’re firmly in the race for top spot. Meanwhile, D.C. United continue to struggle for consistency and sit adrift of the playoff race — a familiar position after missing out on even the wild card round in 2024.
FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati have slipped from the summit recently, with a three-game winless run seeing them fall behind Philadelphia Union. However, that stretch included just one home fixture. They were particularly unlucky in their 3:3 draw with FC Dallas, conceding the equaliser in stoppage time. Even in their 2:4 defeat to Atlanta United FC, FC Cincinnati managed to score twice — making it clear that putting at least two past them is often a necessity for any team hoping to get points. Their attack remains potent, especially at TQL Stadium.
D.C. United
Goals are proving hard to come by for D.C. United. They have failed to score in four of their last five games, and only broke that drought in the 91st minute against New England Revolution to salvage a draw. The team’s ongoing winless run looks likely to continue, and facing a side like FC Cincinnati — particularly away from home — is a tough ask for an attack lacking both rhythm and confidence.
FC Cincinnati vs D.C. United Prediction
FC Cincinnati may not be at their sharpest, but their attacking quality is enough to capitalise on D.C. United’s lack of firepower. Even two goals from the hosts could be more than enough to seal three points against such a blunt opponent.
