New York City vs FC Cincinnati Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 Oct 2024
Back Cincinnati to Make Life Difficult for City
We’ll back Cincinnati to beat New York City on the Asian Handicap, with odds of -103 on offer that they triumph with a +0.5 goal advantage. If the visitors can avoid a loss, then we enjoy a payout with this bet.
Cincinnati Beat City When Teams Last Met
New York City FC won last time out by a 5-1 scoreline. It was away from home against New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena. The Pigeons managed six shots on target and had 46% possession, with Alonso Martinez scoring two of the goals.
FC Cincinnati were beaten 2-1 in their previous game, being turned over at home to Los Angeles FC at TQL Stadium. The Ohio franchise had the lion’s share of the ball recording 61% possession and seven shots on goal, while Luca Orellano was on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Cincinnati triumphed 1-0 when they last played City. This head-to-head was played at TQL Stadium. Cincinnati have four consecutive wins against City. They have won 4 of the 10 previous H2H meetings.
MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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3 | ![]() |
29 | 16 | 4 | 9 | 42 | 36 | 6 | 42:36 | 52 |
11 | ![]() |
27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 38 | 32 | 6 | 38:32 | 44 |
1 win, 3 losses and 6 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 9.0 attempts. City have had 49.9% possession, 512.4 passes and 6.3 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.9 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 7.4 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.0 corners.
Alonso Martinez leads the way with 6 goals, with Andres Perea and Monsef Bakrar scoring 2 each. Tayvon Gray has recorded the most assists with 3.
FC Cincinnati – Last 10 League GamesCincinnati have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, averaging 11.1 attempts, 6.8 shots on goal and 1.7 goals. Pat Noonan's team average 59.6% possession, 568.3 passes, 6.0 corners awarded and 3.1 corners against them, while 1.6 goals have been conceded from 5.0 shots on goal and 8.6 attempts.
Luca Orellano has scored 5 goals, followed by Luciano Acosta and Yuya Kubo on 3. Luciano Acosta and Luca Orellano have both managed 3 assists in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
New York City confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Matt Freese (GK), Mitja Ilenic, Thiago Martins, Justin Haak, Kevin O'Toole, Andres Perea, James Sands, Hannes Wolf, Maxi Moralez, Santiago Rodriguez, Alonso Martinez.
FC Cincinnati confirmed lineup (3-4-1-2): Roman Celentano (GK), Alvas Elvis Powell, Miles Robinson, Teenage Lingani Hadebe, DeAndre Yedlin, Luca Orellano, Obinna Nwobodo, Pavel Bucha, Luciano Acosta, Kevin Kelsy, Yuya Kubo.
New York City vs FC Cincinnati Prediction & Betting Tips
We’re wagering Cincinnati +0.5 at -103 with a fair degree of confidence. A positive result can be engineered on the Asian Handicap in this MLS match, with the numbers backing up this pick.
The football betting tips are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable stats.
Key New York City vs FC Cincinnati league stats:
Cincinnati +0.5 Probability
The bookies are estimating that there is a 50.6% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our tipsters have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves the teams playing out a 2-2 draw. Odds of +700 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.
New York City vs FC Cincinnati Odds







- MLS: 09/11 2024 Cincinnati 5 New York City 6
- MLS: 02/11 2024 New York City 3 Cincinnati 1
- MLS: 28/10 2024 Cincinnati 1 New York City 0
- MLS: 03/10 2024 New York City 3 Cincinnati 2
- MLS: 24/03 2024 Cincinnati 1 New York City 0
- MLS: 27/08 2023 Cincinnati 3 New York City 0
- MLS: 01/06 2023 New York City 1 Cincinnati 3
- U.S. Open Cup: 11/05 2023 Cincinnati 1 New York City 0
- MLS: 08/09 2022 New York City 1 Cincinnati 1
- MLS: 30/06 2022 Cincinnati 4 New York City 4


- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 6.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.50 corners awarded and 4.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 12.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 5.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 corners awarded and 5.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 51.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.50% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 49.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for New York City this season are Alonso Martinez (6), Hannes Wolf (3), Julian Fernandez (1)
- Top Assistors for New York City this season are Julian Fernandez (2), Hannes Wolf (1), Maxi Moralez (1)
New York City vs FC Cincinnati Lineups & Team News
It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date City vs Cincinnati team news.
We’re on hand to provide you with full details of the latest MLS squads.
New York City Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
FC Cincinnati Confirmed Lineup 3-4-1-2
New York City Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
FC Cincinnati Confirmed Lineup 3-4-1-2
New York City Substitutes
- 1Luis Barraza
- 5Birk Risa
- 7Jovan Mijatovic
- 9Monsef Bakrar
- 11Julian Fernandez
- 12S. Tanasijevic
- 18Christian McFarlane
- 24Tayvon Gray
- 26Agustin Ojeda
FC Cincinnati Substitutes
- 9Nicholas Gioacchini
- 11Corey Baird
- 14Kipp Keller
- 15Bret Halsey
- 22Gerardo Valenzuela
- 26Malik Pinto
- 27Yamil Asad
- 32Ian Murphy
- 36Evan Louro
Previous New York City Lineups
Previous FC Cincinnati Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Philadelphia | 29 | 17 | 6 | 6 | 49:26 | 57 |
2 | San Diego | 29 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 54:34 | 56 |
3 | FC Cincinnati | 29 | 16 | 4 | 9 | 42:36 | 52 |
4 | Minnesota Utd | 29 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 48:32 | 51 |
5 | Charlotte FC | 29 | 16 | 2 | 11 | 48:40 | 50 |
6 | Nashville SC | 29 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 49:33 | 50 |
7 | Vancouver | 27 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 47:31 | 49 |
8 | Orlando City | 28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 54:40 | 47 |
9 | Inter Miami | 25 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 54:40 | 46 |
10 | Columbus Crew | 28 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 43:39 | 46 |
11 | NYCFC | 27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 38:32 | 44 |
12 | Seattle Sounders | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 48:38 | 44 |
13 | Los Angeles FC | 26 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 45:33 | 41 |
14 | NY Red Bulls | 29 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 42:38 | 40 |
15 | Chicago Fire | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 50:48 | 39 |
16 | Portland Timbers | 28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 36:38 | 39 |
17 | Austin FC | 27 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 29:33 | 38 |
18 | Colorado Rapids | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 38:48 | 36 |
19 | SJ Earthquakes | 29 | 9 | 8 | 12 | 53:51 | 35 |
20 | Houston Dynamo | 28 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 37:46 | 32 |
21 | Real Salt Lake | 27 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 28:36 | 31 |
22 | NE Revolution | 28 | 8 | 7 | 13 | 36:40 | 31 |
23 | FC Dallas | 27 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 39:47 | 30 |
24 | Sporting KC | 28 | 7 | 6 | 15 | 43:57 | 27 |
25 | Atlanta United | 28 | 5 | 11 | 12 | 32:49 | 26 |
26 | Toronto FC | 28 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 28:35 | 25 |
27 | CF Montréal | 29 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 29:51 | 24 |
28 | D.C. United | 29 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 26:54 | 24 |
29 | St. Louis | 28 | 5 | 6 | 17 | 33:50 | 21 |
30 | LA Galaxy | 27 | 4 | 7 | 16 | 32:55 | 19 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Philadelphia | 15 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 34:15 | 34 |
2 | Charlotte FC | 14 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 27:12 | 34 |
3 | Nashville SC | 15 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 31:11 | 33 |
4 | NY Red Bulls | 15 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 34:19 | 33 |
5 | Seattle Sounders | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 32:16 | 28 |
6 | Columbus Crew | 15 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 25:18 | 28 |
7 | Vancouver | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 29:16 | 27 |
8 | NYCFC | 13 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 22:13 | 27 |
9 | Los Angeles FC | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 24:12 | 26 |
10 | San Diego | 15 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 24:13 | 26 |
11 | Minnesota Utd | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 26:17 | 25 |
12 | Orlando City | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 31:21 | 24 |
13 | Inter Miami | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 27:17 | 24 |
14 | FC Cincinnati | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 21:17 | 23 |
15 | Colorado Rapids | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 20:17 | 23 |
16 | Portland Timbers | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 21:19 | 23 |
17 | Austin FC | 14 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 14:12 | 22 |
18 | Real Salt Lake | 13 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 16:15 | 19 |
19 | SJ Earthquakes | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 32:24 | 18 |
20 | Atlanta United | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 23:22 | 18 |
21 | Chicago Fire | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 17:18 | 17 |
22 | St. Louis | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 20:22 | 16 |
23 | Sporting KC | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 24:28 | 16 |
24 | LA Galaxy | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 17:22 | 14 |
25 | Houston Dynamo | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 16:25 | 14 |
26 | Toronto FC | 15 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 12:16 | 12 |
27 | FC Dallas | 14 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 18:23 | 12 |
28 | D.C. United | 14 | 2 | 6 | 6 | 12:23 | 12 |
29 | NE Revolution | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 15:22 | 11 |
30 | CF Montréal | 14 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 13:28 | 11 |
















