Charlotte vs Cincinnati predictions, May 09, 2026

May 03, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Charlotte

Cincinnati

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As Charlotte FC prepares to host FC Cincinnati on May 9, 2026, both teams will be looking to secure vital points in the MLS. Charlotte FC has struggled in recent weeks, managing to win just 1 of their last 5 matches. Their attacking rhythm has been inconsistent, posing a challenge for their forward line to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Defensive vulnerabilities have also been exposed, particularly in transition.

On the other hand, FC Cincinnati enters this matchup with a slightly better recent form, having won 2 of their last 5 outings. Their ability to maintain possession and execute quick counter-attacks could exploit Charlotte’s defensive gaps. Cincinnati’s tactical setup favors a compact midfield, aiming to disrupt the opponent’s ball movement, which they may replicate at Bank of America Stadium.

With bookmakers currently favoring Charlotte at odds of 2.04 for a home victory, the calculated probabilities suggest a 49.1% chance of a home win, 27% for a draw, and 26.5% for an away victory. The model predicts a tightly contested match, with a likely final score of 1:1. Both teams have the potential to impact the game’s dynamics significantly, making this an intriguing fixture for fans and bettors alike.

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Charlotte
46.8%		 Draw
25.6%		 Cincinnati
27.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of MLS FC Cincinnati: 4.62%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.07 3.8 3.32
betsson 2.08 3.7 3.35
MarathonBet 2.05 3.89 3.5 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.95 3.5 3.3
Pinnacle 2.06 3.68 3.33

Latest Results

02.05.26 New England Revolution – Charlotte FC – 1:0
28.04.26 Charlotte FC – Atlanta United – 0:2
25.04.26 Nashville SC – Charlotte FC – 4:2
22.04.26 Orlando City – Charlotte FC – 4:1
18.04.26 New York City FC – Charlotte FC – 1:2		 02.05.26 Chicago Fire – FC Cincinnati – 2:3
25.04.26 FC Cincinnati – New York Red Bulls – 2:0
22.04.26 New York City FC – FC Cincinnati – 4:4
18.04.26 FC Cincinnati – Chicago Fire – 3:3
11.04.26 Toronto FC – FC Cincinnati – 1:1

Facts

  • The two neighboring teams will play an exciting match (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Charlotte won 3.
  • Recent form of Charlotte has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Cincinnati is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Cincinnati may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Charlotte has had a series of away games.
  • Charlotte could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Charlotte won 3 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 9:7. (average 1.5:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Charlotte won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 5:3. (average 1.7:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    10.08.25 FC Cincinnati – Charlotte FC – 0:1
    15.03.25 Charlotte FC – FC Cincinnati – 2:0
    13.07.24 FC Cincinnati – Charlotte FC – 1:3
    30.03.24 Charlotte FC – FC Cincinnati – 1:1
    23.09.23 FC Cincinnati – Charlotte FC – 3:0

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Jose Earthquakes 11 9 1 1 26:7 19 28
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 10 8 1 1 26:6 20 25
    3 Los Angeles FC 11 6 3 2 19:8 11 21
    4 Seattle Sounders 9 6 2 1 13:5 8 20
    5 Minnesota United 11 6 2 3 14:16 -2 20
    6 Real Salt Lake 10 6 1 3 19:14 5 19
    7 FC Dallas 11 4 4 3 20:15 5 16
    8 Houston Dynamo 10 5 0 5 13:18 -5 15
    9 Colorado Rapids 11 4 1 6 22:19 3 13
    10 Los Angeles Galaxy 11 3 4 4 16:17 -1 13
    11 San Diego FC 11 3 3 5 19:19 0 12
    12 Portland Timbers 10 3 1 6 13:21 -8 10
    13 Austin FC 10 2 4 4 14:19 -5 10
    14 St. Louis City 9 1 3 5 9:16 -7 6
    15 Sporting Kansas City 10 1 2 7 8:26 -18 5

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 10 7 2 1 21:6 15 23
    2 New England Revolution 10 6 1 3 18:12 6 19
    3 Inter Miami 11 5 4 2 22:19 3 19
    4 Chicago Fire 10 5 2 3 19:11 8 17
    5 FC Cincinnati 11 4 3 4 22:25 -3 15
    6 Charlotte 11 4 2 5 18:19 -1 14
    7 Toronto FC 11 3 5 3 18:20 -2 14
    8 New York City 10 3 3 4 19:16 3 12
    9 Columbus Crew 11 3 3 5 16:16 0 12
    10 DC United 10 3 3 4 11:15 -4 12
    11 New York Red Bulls 11 3 3 5 16:27 -11 12
    12 Atlanta Utd 11 3 1 7 12:18 -6 10
    13 Orlando City 11 3 1 7 16:32 -16 10
    14 CF Montreal 10 3 0 7 14:23 -9 9
    15 Philadelphia Union 11 1 3 7 9:17 -8 6

    MLS Outrights

    1. Inter Miami: 5 (13.87%)

    2. Los Angeles FC: 7 (9.91%)

    3. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7 (9.91%)

    4. Nashville SC: 13 (5.33%)

    5. FC Cincinnati: 15 (4.62%)

    6. San Jose Earthquakes: 15 (4.62%)

    7. Cincinnati: 15 (4.62%)

    8. New York City: 17 (4.08%)

    9. San Diego FC: 17 (4.08%)

    10. Seattle Sounders: 17 (4.08%)

    11. Houston Dynamo: 26 (2.67%)

    12. Orlando City: 26 (2.67%)

    13. Minnesota United: 26 (2.67%)

    14. Columbus Crew: 34 (2.04%)

    15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 35.17 (1.97%)

    16. Toronto FC: 36.83 (1.88%)

    17. New England Revolution: 39.83 (1.74%)

    18. New York Red Bulls: 41 (1.69%)

    19. Real Salt Lake: 41 (1.69%)

    20. Charlotte FC: 41 (1.69%)

    21. Chicago Fire: 41 (1.69%)

    22. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.69%)

    23. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.69%)

    24. FC Dallas: 50.33 (1.38%)

    25. Philadelphia Union: 65.67 (1.06%)

    26. DC United: 65.67 (1.06%)

    27. Colorado Rapids: 80.33 (0.86%)

    28. Atlanta United: 80.33 (0.86%)

    29. Austin: 100 (0.69%)

    30. Portland Timbers: 100.33 (0.69%)

    31. St. Louis City: 100.33 (0.69%)

    32. Austin FC: 101 (0.69%)

    33. CF Montreal: 117 (0.59%)

    34. Sporting Kansas City: 133.67 (0.52%)

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