FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union preview and prediction
The match
Philadelphia Union travel to TQL Stadium in the Major League Soccer on Saturday 31 October (19:00 WAT) to face FC Cincinnati. FC Cincinnati are 9th with 46 points from 34 games (in the bottom half), while Philadelphia Union sit 6th on 50 points (in the top half).
Form guide
FC Cincinnati's last 5: DWWLL Most recently they drew with Inter Miami 2–2 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.8 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Philadelphia Union's last 5: DLDWW Most recently they drew with Nashville SC 0–0 away. They are scoring freely – 2.0 goals a game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 10 September 2026, finished Philadelphia Union 5–0 FC Cincinnati.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.9 goals: 1.9 for FC Cincinnati and 2.0 for Philadelphia Union. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 75% likely and both teams score in 69% of our simulations. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: FC Cincinnati 38%, draw 21%, Philadelphia Union 41%.
Both teams to score: yes (69%) at 1.33.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 69% chance at odds of 1.33. Predicted score: FC Cincinnati 1–1 Philadelphia Union. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
FC Cincinnati38%fair 2.62 · @2.30
Draw21%fair 4.71 · @3.70
Philadelphia Union41%fair 2.46 · @2.50
3.92Expected goals
1.93FC Cincinnati xG
1.99Philadelphia Union xG
69%Both score
75%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–18%
1–28%
2–17%
2–27%
1–35%
2–35%
From our goals model: FC Cincinnati 1.9 – 2.0 Philadelphia Union expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 69% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.33.
Who will win FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union?
On our numbers FC Cincinnati have a 38% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Philadelphia Union 41%.
How many goals will there be in FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union?
We expect about 3.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 75% likely and both teams score 69% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union?
Our predicted score is FC Cincinnati 1–1 Philadelphia Union, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.9 goals in total.
When is FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union?
FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia Union (Major League Soccer) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 19:00 (West Africa Time) at TQL Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.