Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City preview and prediction
The match
The USL Championship sees Pittsburgh Riverhounds take on Louisville City on Saturday 18 July, kicking off at 17:00 (WAT) at Highmark Stadium. Pittsburgh Riverhounds are 5th with 45 points from 30 games (in the top half), while Louisville City sit 4th on 47 points (in the top four). Only 2 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Pittsburgh Riverhounds's last 5: LWLDW Most recently they lost to Sporting JAX 1–2 away. At home they have won 3 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.0 scored and 0.7 conceded. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Louisville City's last 5: WWDDW Most recently they beat Lexington 4–2 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 0.8 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 10 May 2026, finished Louisville City 0–2 Pittsburgh Riverhounds.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 1.2 for Pittsburgh Riverhounds and 1.5 for Louisville City. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 49%, both teams to score at 60%. Their recent games have mostly stayed under 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Pittsburgh Riverhounds 32%, draw 22%, Louisville City 46%.
Both teams to score: yes (60%) at 1.73.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 73% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1–1 Louisville City. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Pittsburgh Riverhounds32%fair 3.10 · @3.10
Draw22%fair 4.58 · @3.25
Louisville City46%fair 2.18 · @2.15
2.67Expected goals
1.19Pittsburgh Riverhounds xG
1.48Louisville City xG
60%Both score
49%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–110%
1–29%
1–08%
0–28%
2–17%
From our goals model: Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1.2 – 1.5 Louisville City expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 73% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City?
On our numbers Pittsburgh Riverhounds have a 32% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Louisville City 46%.
How many goals will there be in Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 49% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City?
Our predicted score is Pittsburgh Riverhounds 1–1 Louisville City, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City?
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City (USL Championship) kicks off on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 17:00 (West Africa Time) at Highmark 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.