🔊In this match where Orlando City hosts Cincinnati, we're in for an exciting contest. Orlando have been showing consistent form in recent games and currently sit 5th in the standings. Their attacking style, with a focus on ball possession, makes them one of the most formidable teams at home. Meanwhile, Cincinnati, who are in second place, match their quality and are renowned for their counter-attacking prowess. Both teams are eager to climb the league table, so we can expect a fierce battle for every ball.

Head-to-Head

The last official clash between the teams took place on 06 October 2024, ending in a 1-3 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Cincinnati were the home side):

• possession: 53% vs 47%;
• corners: 5 vs 5;
• fouls: 16 vs 12;
• yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
• shots on target: 4 vs 4.

📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Orlando City and Cincinnati:

• 12 matches played;
• home wins – 5, away wins – 3, draws – 4;
• goals scored – 18 for Orlando, 10 for Cincinnati;
• average goals in the first half – 1.17, in the second half – 1.17;
• average total goals per match – 2.33.

Orlando City Team Overview

The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with St. Louis City as the home side and Orlando City the visitors. The game concluded with a 2-4 scoreline.

Here are the match statistics (Orlando City vs St. Louis City):

• possession: 54% vs 46%;
• corners: 6 vs 5;
• fouls: 1 vs 9;
• yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
• shots on target: 12 vs 5.

Orlando City are in fine form, having secured victories in six of their last ten matches, firmly holding onto fifth place in the league. The team thrives on ball possession and frequently utilizes the flanks to create scoring opportunities. However, their tendency to concede goals—averaging 1.26 per game—could pose a challenge against opponents with swift counterattacks. Their most recent head-to-head with Cincinnati ended in a 3-1 victory, and there's certainly potential to replicate that success.

Cincinnati Team Overview

The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, where Montreal Impact hosted Cincinnati. The game concluded with a 1-3 scoreline.

Here are the match statistics (Cincinnati vs Montreal Impact):

• possession: 47% vs 53%;
• corners: 0 vs 3;
• fouls: 8 vs 12;
• yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
• shots on target: 11 vs 4.

Cincinnati continue to impress with their performance, currently sitting second in the standings. The team is renowned for their ability to swiftly transition from defense to attack, making them extremely dangerous on the counter. Over the last ten games, the club have averaged 1.6 goals per match while conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game. Despite these solid stats, they do have a weakness—an inconsistent defense that could give the home side a chance to capitalize on their opportunities.

Latest news

Orlando City

📝 Orlando are in fine form and have every right to aim high this season. While they might lack a bit of balance, their fighting spirit often makes all the difference. The team has secured two consecutive victories and is riding high on momentum, having recently netted four goals against St. Louis, despite several defensive lapses. But as the saying goes, winners are not judged.

⚽️ Of course, the standout is the remarkable Marco Pasalic. The midfielder scored a brace in the last match, and it's hard to imagine the team's play without him.

💊 There are no significant losses within the squad.

Cincinnati

📝 Cincinnati are back on track after a brief stumble. The team have secured two consecutive victories, and most importantly, conceded just one goal, which was certainly unexpected. Against Montreal, their status as favorites was fully justified, making for a relatively easy three points. The momentum continues.

⚽️ Evander keeps performing wonders. The midfielder netted twice against Montreal, bringing his goal tally to nine.

💊 There are no losses ahead of the upcoming match. Only Miles Robinson is away on international duty.

Prediction for the 1st half

Head-to-Head Matches:

• Total encounters – 12;
• First-half wins at home for hosts – 1; for visitors away – 2; number of draws – 3;
• Average first-half total: 1.17;
• Today's home team scores on average 0.58, while the visitors net 0.58.

First-Half Stats: Orlando City (home) vs Cincinnati (away)

• matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 11;
• wins: 5 (55.56%) vs 6 (54.55%);
• losses: 1 (11.11%) vs 3 (27.27%);
• draws: 3 (33.33%) vs 2 (18.18%);
• Average goals scored: 2.11 vs 1.36;
• Average goals conceded: 0.78 vs 0.64.

Last 10 Matches (Overall):

• wins: 7 vs 7;
• losses: 2 vs 3;
• draws: 1 vs 0;
• Average first-half total: 2.8 (scored – 1.7, conceded – 1.1) vs 1.4 (scored – 0.9, conceded – 0.5).

• Orlando City scored in the 1st half in last 10 games.
• Orlando City scored in the 1st half in 9 of last 10 home games.
• Orlando City scored in the 1st half in last 8 games (MLS).

Prediction on the outcome

H2H:

• number of encounters – 12;
• home team wins – 5, away team wins – 3, draws – 4.

Statistics: Orlando City vs Cincinnati

• matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 19;
• wins: 9 vs 11;
• win percentage: 47% vs 58%;
• losses: 4 vs 5;
• draws: 6 vs 3.

Last 10 matches:

• wins: 6 vs 5;
• losses: 3 vs 3;
• draws: 1 vs 2.

• Orlando City have not lost in 7 of last 8 home games (MLS).

Prediction on the over/under

H2H

• today's home team scores on average - 1.5, the guests - 0.83;
• average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.33;
• both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 3.

Statistics: Orlando City vs Cincinnati

• average total in the tournament: 3.16 vs 2.84;
• average total goals scored: 1.89 vs 1.53;
• average total in the 1st half: 1.11 vs 0.68;
• average total in the 2nd half: 0.79 vs 0.84;
• Orlando City: average total at home in the tournament -  2.33;
• Cincinnati: average total away in the tournament - 1.36;
• last 10 matches (average total): 2.5 (home - 2) vs 1.6 (away - 1.33).

• Orlando City have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 games against Cincinnati (MLS).

Prediction on corners

Orlando City: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.21; at home field - 4.56;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; at home field - 5.8.

Cincinnati: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.89, away - 4.45;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.7; away - 5.17.

• Over 9.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Orlando City games.

Prediction on cards

H2H

• average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 5 (2.5 for home team and 2.5 for away team);
• average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.34 (2.17 for home team and 2.17 for away team).

Orlando City: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.95; at home - 2.11;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.8; at home - 2.4.

Cincinnati: Statistics

• season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.89, away - 1.82;
• last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; away - 2.17.

Prediction on BTTS

H2H:

• number of encounters – 12;
• both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
• on the home team’s field - 3 times.

Statistics: Orlando City vs Cincinnati

• number of matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 19;
• number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 11;
• number of BTTS matches for Orlando City at home – 6 (67%);
• number of BTTS matches for Cincinnati away – 6 (55%).

Last 10 matches:

• number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 7;
• BTTS matches for Orlando City at home – 4 (80%);
• BTTS matches for Cincinnati away – 3 (50%).