FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Aug 2026
FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders Predictions
We’re going to side with Seattle +1 at odds of -123. This Asian Handicap wager has the upside of stakes returned if the visitors lose to Cincinnati by one goal. The ideal scenario is a win or draw.
Read our in-depth Cincinnati vs Seattle betting preview for our full evaluation of the main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders Preview
FC Cincinnati meet Seattle Sounders at TQL Stadium, with kick-off set for 19:30 on Saturday 22 August.
FC Cincinnati last league match was a 2-1 win over New York City FC at TQL Stadium. That means it’s now been four MLS home victories on the bounce. Pat Noonan's team had most of the ball recording 56% possession and six shots on target, with Kenji Mboma Dem and Evander Ferreira each scoring one goal.
Seattle Sounders have been defeated in eight consecutive games. They were recently beaten at home to Austin FC by a 2-1 scoreline at Lumen Field. The Washington State outfit had 46% possession and totalled seven shots on goal, with Stuart Russell Hawkins finding the net.
Cincinnati Beat Sounders Last Time Out
It was Cincinnati who came out on top when they last played Seattle. At TQL Stadium, a 1-0 home win was recorded. The past 3 H2H meetings have featured one Cincinnati victory, one Seattle win and a draw.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 |  FC Cincinnati |
20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 48 | 46 | 2 | 48:46 | 30 |
| 20 |  Seattle Sounders |
19 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 21 | 26 | -5 | 21:26 | 24 |
5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 2.9 goals from 6.0 shots on goal and 12.8 attempts. Cincinnati have had 48.8% possession and 3.4 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 2.3 goals from 6.0 shots on goal and 16.7 attempts, while being awarded 6.9 corners.
Evander Ferreira leads the way with 10 goals, Kevin Denkey has 5, with Kenji Mboma Dem and two others on 4. Evander Ferreira is the top assists maker with 9.
Seattle have 1 victory, 8 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 13.4 attempts, 4.6 shots on goal and 0.8 goals. The Sounders average 50.8% possession, 4.4 corners awarded and 5.1 corners against them, while 2.1 goals have been conceded from 5.2 shots on goal and 13.5 attempts.
Stuart Russell Hawkins is the leading scorer along with five others, with 1 goals on the board each. Albert Rusnak is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 2.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
FC Cincinnati predicted lineup (3-5-2): Roman Celentano (GK), Miles Robinson, Matt Miazga, Kyle Smith, Pavel Bucha, Obinna Nwobodo, Evander, Gerardo Valenzuela, Ender Echenique, Kévin Denkey, Kenji Mboma Dem.
Seattle Sounders predicted lineup (4-4-2): Andrew Thomas (GK), Ryan Sailor, Jackson Ragen, Stuart Hawkins, Alex Roldan, Xavi Gnaulati, Snyder Brunell, Paul Rothrock, Albert Rusnák, Osaze De Rosario, Danny Musovski.
Main Match Prediction
We will take Seattle +1 for this MLS clash at -123. This means a nice return from this wager if they win or draw and we think the visitors have the potential to get the right result.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
We’re always focused on the MLS form guide to identify the latest betting trends. When it comes to key players getting injured, that can also have a bearing. The latest stats provide even more information to make a football prediction.
The best betting sites make it a 55.2% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Correct Score Prediction
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2
Seattle
There are attractive odds of +700 when it comes to a 2-2 draw being played out. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Paul Rothrock (Seattle) can be backed to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal at +112. It’s hard to turn down such attractive odds for this player when it comes to Shots on Target.
Pavel Bucha (Cincinnati) has scored three goals in his past five MLS matches. We’re happy to take the +450 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.
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Corners Prediction
There’s been an average of 4.40 corners for Seattle in their past 10 games, with the corner count against Cincinnati going over 3.5 in their last four matches. We’re happy to back the -152 when it comes to Seattle covering the Team Corners line which looks generous.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi is compiled of the following: Seattle to cover the +1 Asian Handicap, three or more goals together with Paul Rothrock (Seattle) to record a minimum of one shot on target.
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FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The favourites are 63% likely to win according to the latest betting odds, with FC Cincinnati being priced at -172 to come away with a victory in this MLS encounter. If you want to back the outsider, Seattle Sounders are available at +350.
If you want to back the favourites to be ahead by the break, then Cincinnati are -103 on the Half-Time Result market. Alternatively, Seattle are +325 and the draw is priced at +155.
Over 2.5 Goals is trading at a shorter price than Under 2.5 Goals right now. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -263.
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Kevin Denkey is the market leader at +290 to be the First Goalscorer. Should you think he will score the last goal, then a similar price can be found.
Stats: MLS matches only
Cincinnati have clocked up four straight wins at TQL Stadium. Pat Noonan's team have managed seven victories, two losses and one draw in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 3.00 goals per game and conceding 2.00.
Seattle have suffered a four match losing run away from home. The Washington State outfit have recorded five defeats, three victories and two draws in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 0.70 goals per game and conceding 1.00.
When the sides last met at TQL Stadium, Cincinnati beat Seattle 1-0.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC Cincinnati Home Stats |
7-1-2 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | |
| Seattle Sounders Away Stats |
3-2-5 | 1.70 | 0.70 | 1.00 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 6 | |
- 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 League Stats
Seattle Sounders League Stats
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 8 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.90 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 5.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 5.00 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 10 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 6.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.30 corners awarded and 5.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 6.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.80 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 48.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 50.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for FC Cincinnati this season are Evander Ferreira (12), Kevin Denkey (11), Tom Barlow (6)
- Top Assistors for FC Cincinnati this season are Evander Ferreira (10), Ender Echenique (4), Pavel Bucha (4)
FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders Lineups & Team News
Stay ahead of the game by checking the Cincinnati vs Seattle team news before betting. We’ll share the predicted and confirmed lineups for the MLS together with updated injury news.
FC Cincinnati Predicted Lineup 3-5-2
Seattle Sounders Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
FC Cincinnati Predicted Lineup 3-5-2
Seattle Sounders Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Previous FC Cincinnati Lineups
Previous Seattle Sounders Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
FC Cincinnati Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Pat Noonan
Seattle Sounders Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 20 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 40:15 | 46 |
| 2 | Inter Miami | 20 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 48:38 | 39 |
| 3 | Houston Dynamo | 20 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 29:24 | 38 |
| 4 | Vancouver | 19 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 40:18 | 37 |
| 5 | Chicago Fire | 19 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 36:25 | 35 |
| 6 | Los Angeles FC | 21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 35:21 | 34 |
| 7 | SJ Earthquakes | 20 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 38:28 | 33 |
| 8 | NE Revolution | 20 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 32:25 | 33 |
| 9 | FC Dallas | 20 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 38:29 | 33 |
| 10 | FC Cincinnati | 20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 48:46 | 30 |
| 11 | St. Louis | 20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 28:26 | 30 |
| 12 | Charlotte FC | 20 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 35:31 | 29 |
| 13 | Colorado Rapids | 20 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 30:25 | 28 |
| 14 | Real Salt Lake | 19 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 33:30 | 28 |
| 15 | Portland Timbers | 20 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 37:36 | 27 |
| 16 | NYCFC | 20 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 34:29 | 26 |
| 17 | NY Red Bulls | 20 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 30:42 | 25 |
| 18 | LA Galaxy | 21 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 25:30 | 25 |
| 19 | Minnesota Utd | 20 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 22:28 | 25 |
| 20 | Seattle Sounders | 19 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 21:26 | 24 |
| 21 | San Diego | 20 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 34:32 | 24 |
| 22 | D.C. United | 20 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 27:33 | 24 |
| 23 | Orlando City | 20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 32:50 | 21 |
| 24 | Toronto FC | 20 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 29:36 | 21 |
| 25 | Columbus Crew | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 28:33 | 20 |
| 26 | Philadelphia | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 30:37 | 20 |
| 27 | CF Montréal | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 27:37 | 20 |
| 28 | Austin FC | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 25:39 | 20 |
| 29 | Atlanta United | 20 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 23:35 | 18 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 20 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 19:49 | 15 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 29:10 | 28 |
| 2 | NE Revolution | 11 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 21:10 | 25 |
| 3 | Vancouver | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 22:6 | 22 |
| 4 | Los Angeles FC | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 22:10 | 22 |
| 5 | FC Cincinnati | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 30:20 | 22 |
| 6 | Real Salt Lake | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 22:13 | 22 |
| 7 | Houston Dynamo | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 13:7 | 22 |
| 8 | Charlotte FC | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 23:12 | 21 |
| 9 | Colorado Rapids | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 20:9 | 21 |
| 10 | Chicago Fire | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 20:11 | 21 |
| 11 | Portland Timbers | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 23:16 | 20 |
| 12 | St. Louis | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 16:10 | 17 |
| 13 | San Diego | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 24:15 | 15 |
| 14 | NYCFC | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 25:18 | 15 |
| 15 | Toronto FC | 11 | 3 | 6 | 2 | 22:22 | 15 |
| 16 | SJ Earthquakes | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 18:14 | 14 |
| 17 | Austin FC | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 13:9 | 14 |
| 18 | Columbus Crew | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 13:11 | 14 |
| 19 | Orlando City | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 17:16 | 14 |
| 20 | NY Red Bulls | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 16:19 | 14 |
| 21 | Inter Miami | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 21:17 | 13 |
| 22 | FC Dallas | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 18:16 | 13 |
| 23 | CF Montréal | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 13:11 | 13 |
| 24 | Philadelphia | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 12:11 | 13 |
| 25 | Seattle Sounders | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 14:16 | 13 |
| 26 | LA Galaxy | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 12:14 | 13 |
| 27 | D.C. United | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 15:22 | 12 |
| 28 | Minnesota Utd | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 8:8 | 11 |
| 29 | Atlanta United | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 13:15 | 10 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 12:18 | 9 |
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