FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Sep 2025

MLS Betting Preview: FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City

FC Cincinnati host Orlando City in this MLS fixture at TQL Stadium, with kick-off set for 19:00 on Sunday 28 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

City to Make it a Close Encounter

We’ll chance Orlando +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and divide our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they meet Cincinnati. A win delivers a payout at -120 although a draw would still land a return.

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2-1 Win for Cincinnati in Last Head-to-Head

FC Cincinnati have been handed back-to-back league losses. Their last MLS game saw them land a 3-2 road victory over LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park. The Ohio outfit had the majority of the ball enjoying 54% possession and ten shots on target, while Brenner da Silva got two goals and Ender Echenique scored the other.

Orlando City won their previous game which was at home. It was a 3-2 victory against Nashville SC at Inter&Co Stadium. The Lions were restricted to 42% possession and recorded seven shots on goal, with Martin Ojeda finding the net twice and Duncan McGuire bagging one.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cincinnati beat Orlando away when the teams last met. It was a 2-1 scoreline at Inter&Co Stadium. The previous 10 H2H games have resulted in four wins apiece and two draws.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	FC Cincinnati	31	18	4	9	47	39	8	47:39	58
9	Orlando City	30	14	9	7	58	43	15	58:43	51

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5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.4 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 10.6 attempts. Cincinnati have had 49.1% possession and 3.9 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 10.1 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.5 corners.

Evander Ferreira leads the way with 5 goals, while Brenner da Silva and Pavel Bucha have scored 3 and 2 respectively. Leading assistor is Evander Ferreira with 5.

Orlando have 5 victories, 2 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 2.1 goals from 6.6 shots on goal and 12.5 attempts. There’s been an average of 50.7% possession, 4.9 corners taken and 4.1 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.7 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 8.7 attempts.

Martin Ojeda is top of the team’s scoring charts with 7 goals, Ramiro Enrique has 4 and Luis Muriel is on 3. Martin Ojeda, Luis Muriel and Ivan Angulo have clocked up 3 assists each in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

FC Cincinnati predicted lineup (3-5-2): Evan Louro (GK), Miles Robinson, Nick Hagglund, Lukas Engel, Ender Echenique, Pavel Bucha, Evander, Samuel Gidi, Luca Orellano, Kévin Denkey, Brenner.

Orlando City predicted lineup (4-4-2): Pedro Gallese (GK), Alex Freeman, Rodrigo Schlegel, Robin Jansson, David Brekalo, Marco Pašalić, Kyle Smith, Eduard Atuesta, Iván Angulo, Luis Muriel, Martin Ojeda.

FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City Prediction & Betting Tips

We dive into the top FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City betting angles, including our main match prediction, correct score play, corners market tip, standout player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

Orlando look a quality wager for this MLS encounter and we can bet the away team at -120 with a +0.25 goal handicap. The latest numbers imply that they can swerve defeat and claim a victory.

Our panel of football writers survey the latest injuries and suspensions. When combined with the form guide, this helps us secure the best odds. Our stats-led approach backed up by key MLS data is helpful.

Key FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Orlando in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Orlando in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Orlando in 2 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cincinnati in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cincinnati in 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Cincinnati in 6 of their last 10 games against Orlando.

City +0.25 Probability

When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 54.6% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

Orlando Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -120 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Cincinnati 1 - 2 Orlando

Let’s go for Orlando to win 2-1, a bet which is available at +800. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Brenner Over 0.5 Shots On Target -120

Brenner (Cincinnati) can be backed to have at least one shot on goal at -120. When it comes to wagering Shots on Target, we think the betting odds really stand out for this pick.

Latest Brenner Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+230

First

+800

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-120

Under 0.5

-130

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Luis Muriel to Score +190

Luis Muriel (Orlando) has racked up three goals in his past four MLS matches. It’s worth a play on the +190 that he is Anytime Goalscorer as there’s lots of value for these betting odds.

Latest Luis Muriel Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+190

First

+600

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

+112

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Corners Prediction

Cincinnati Under 5.5 Corners -154

Cincinnati have had under 5.5 corners in 9 of the past 10 games, while the previous five Orlando matches have involved them conceding less than 5.5 corners. We advise betting on the -154 that Cincinnati won’t cover the line, with this Team Corners pick hopefully providing a return.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Cincinnati

Total

8.40 3.90 4.50

Home

9.00 4.80 4.20

Away

9.10 4.10 5.00

Orlando

Total

9.00 4.90 4.10

Home

8.00 5.20 2.80

Away

10.50 4.50 6.00

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-120

Under 9.5

-118

Cincinnati Corners

Over 5.5

+108

Under 5.5

-154

Orlando Corners

Over 4.5

+108

Under 4.5

-154

Most Corners

1

-147

X

+600

2

+150

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FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Cincinnati Win on the Cards According to the Bookies

With a roughly 45% chance of triumphing, the bookmakers aren’t giving too much away with their +120 betting odds for FC Cincinnati winning this MLS clash. The market suggests that Orlando City are least likely to win at +175.

You can back Cincinnati at -149 on the Draw No Bet market, with money back if the game is a draw. Orlando are +105 and this could be an attractive option for those who want some insurance.

If you want to bet on three goals or more, then Over 2.5 is the shortest odds. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at -208 on the BTTS market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+120

X

+295

2

+175

Half-Time Result

1

+165

X

+155

2

+205

Double Chance

1X

-227

12

-417

X2

-156

Draw No Bet

1

-149

2

+105

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-105

2 Hcp +0.25

-120

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+143

Over 2.5

-185

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-208

No

+148

Evander Favourite to Score the First Goal

Evander is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +380 while there’s also the chance to back him to find the net at +120.

Evander (Cincinnati)

First

+120

Anytime

+380

Kevin Denkey (Cincinnati)

First

+155

Anytime

+500

Martín Ojeda (Orlando)

First

+180

Anytime

+550

Luis Muriel (Orlando)

First

+190

Anytime

+600

Duncan McGuire (Orlando)

First

+200

Anytime

+525

Brenner (Cincinnati)

First

+230

Anytime

+800

Dominik Marczuk (Cincinnati)

First

+230

Anytime

+800

Marco Pasalic (Orlando)

First

+260

Anytime

+700

Gerardo Valenzuela (Cincinnati)

First

+290

Anytime

+950

Luca Orellano (Cincinnati)

First

+300

Anytime

+900

Tyrese Spicer (Orlando)

First

+300

Anytime

+900

Kei Kamara (Cincinnati)

First

+310

Anytime

+900

Alexander Freeman (Orlando)

First

+500

Anytime

+1400

Iván Angulo (Orlando)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Dagur Thórhallsson (Orlando)

First

+700

Anytime

+2000

Eduard Atuesta (Orlando)

First

+700

Anytime

+2000

Pavel Bucha (Cincinnati)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Kevin Denkey (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

-250

Under 0.5

+145

Martín Ojeda (Orlando)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

+118

Luis Muriel (Orlando)

Over 0.5

-175

Under 0.5

+112

Duncan McGuire (Orlando)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-100

Marco Pasalic (Orlando)

Over 0.5

-139

Under 0.5

-112

Dominik Marczuk (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

-130

Under 0.5

-125

Brenner (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

-120

Under 0.5

-130

Tyrese Spicer (Orlando)

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-154

Luca Orellano (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-156

Gerardo Valenzuela (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-156

Kei Kamara (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

+112

Under 0.5

-164

Evander (Cincinnati)

Over 1.5

+118

Under 1.5

-185

Alexander Freeman (Orlando)

Over 0.5

+190

Under 0.5

-313

Iván Angulo (Orlando)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-400

Dagur Thórhallsson (Orlando)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-556

Eduard Atuesta (Orlando)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-625

Pavel Bucha (Cincinnati)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-625

Five Losses for Cincinnati in Previous Ten Home Games

Cincinnati have managed five losses, four victories and one draw in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

Orlando have five victories, three draws and two defeats in the last 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.90 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

The past meeting at TQL Stadium saw Orlando defeat Cincinnati 3-1. We’ve seen the past 5 H2H matches at TQL Stadium involve three wins for Orlando, one draw and one victory for Cincinnati.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
FC Cincinnati Home Stats		4-1-5	3.00	1.50	1.50	7	3	6	4
Orlando City Away Stats		5-3-2	3.40	1.90	1.50	7	3	7	3

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

FC Cincinnati vs Orlando City Lineups & Team News

Know who’s in and who’s out for Cincinnati vs Orlando before making your bets. Get the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups plus the latest injury updates from us.

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