Cincinnati vs New York City predictions, Aug 19, 2026

Aug 13, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Cincinnati

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On August 19, 2026, FC Cincinnati will host New York City FC in what promises to be an engaging MLS clash. Both teams enter the match in commendable form, with FC Cincinnati securing victories in three of their last five outings, while New York City FC has impressively won three of their last four matches.

FC Cincinnati has shown strong offensive capabilities throughout the season, leveraging their home advantage to maintain pressure on visiting teams. Their ability to convert chances into goals will be crucial against a resilient New York City FC defense. Conversely, NYCFC has displayed consistency and tactical discipline, making them a formidable opponent. Their recent successes indicate a team well-prepared to neutralize threats and exploit gaps in the opposing defense.

Bookmaker odds currently lean slightly in favor of the home side at 2.02, with New York City at 3.08, suggesting a competitive encounter. Both teams possess the tools required to claim victory, but the match could hinge on crucial moments and individual performances. As both sides strive for crucial points, fans can expect a tightly contested battle with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Cincinnati
45.6%		 Draw
23.6%		 NY City
30.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Bwin 2.10 4.00 2.90
betsson 2.02 3.85 3.25
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Pinnacle 2.11 3.98 2.99
Best for US Customers 2.03 3.9 3.05

Latest Results

11.08.26 FC Cincinnati – Club Atlas – 1:2
07.08.26 FC Cincinnati – UNAM Pumas – 2:0
04.08.26 FC Cincinnati – CF Pachuca – 3:1
01.08.26 FC Cincinnati – San Jose Earthquakes – 4:2
25.07.26 Columbus Crew – FC Cincinnati – 2:1		 06.08.26 New York City FC – Santos Laguna – 2:0
31.07.26 New York City FC – Toronto FC – 1:1
25.07.26 New York City FC – Chicago Fire – 3:1
22.07.26 Columbus Crew – New York City FC – 1:2
23.05.26 Nashville SC – New York City FC – 2:1

Facts

  • The game will be played between two neighbours in the standings (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, Cincinnati won 0.
  • Cincinnati has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Cincinnati may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Cincinnati has had a series of home games.
  • Cincinnati could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Cincinnati won 6 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 30:43. (average 1.5:2.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Cincinnati won 5 matches, drew 1 match, lost 4 matches, and goals 16:14. (average 1.6:1.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.04.26 New York City FC – FC Cincinnati – 4:4
    23.08.25 FC Cincinnati – New York City FC – 0:1
    04.05.25 New York City FC – FC Cincinnati – 1:0
    09.11.24 FC Cincinnati – New York City FC – 0:1 penalties
    02.11.24 New York City FC – FC Cincinnati – 3:1

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vancouver Whitecaps 17 10 4 3 38:17 21 34
    2 Los Angeles FC 19 10 4 5 35:19 16 34
    3 San Jose Earthquakes 18 10 3 5 37:24 13 33
    4 Houston Dynamo 18 10 2 6 27:24 3 32
    5 Real Salt Lake 17 8 3 6 29:25 4 27
    6 FC Dallas 18 7 6 5 32:25 7 27
    7 St. Louis City 18 7 5 6 24:24 0 26
    8 Portland Timbers 18 7 3 8 33:33 0 24
    9 Seattle Sounders 17 7 3 7 20:22 -2 24
    10 Minnesota United 18 6 6 6 20:25 -5 24
    11 Colorado Rapids 18 7 1 10 27:25 2 22
    12 Los Angeles Galaxy 19 5 7 7 24:29 -5 22
    13 San Diego FC 18 5 6 7 32:29 3 21
    14 Austin FC 18 4 5 9 22:36 -14 17
    15 Sporting Kansas City 18 4 2 12 18:46 -28 14

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 18 12 4 2 35:14 21 40
    2 Inter Miami 18 11 5 2 45:32 13 38
    3 New England Revolution 18 9 3 6 28:23 5 30
    4 Chicago Fire 17 9 2 6 32:23 9 29
    5 New York City 18 7 5 6 31:24 7 26
    6 FC Cincinnati 18 7 5 6 45:44 1 26
    7 Charlotte 18 7 4 7 29:27 2 25
    8 New York Red Bulls 18 7 4 7 29:39 -10 25
    9 DC United 18 5 8 5 26:29 -3 23
    10 Orlando City 18 6 2 10 30:47 -17 20
    11 Columbus Crew 18 5 5 8 26:28 -2 20
    12 Toronto FC 18 3 8 7 24:32 -8 17
    13 Philadelphia Union 18 4 4 10 25:33 -8 16
    14 CF Montreal 18 4 4 10 24:35 -11 16
    15 Atlanta Utd 18 3 3 12 19:33 -14 12

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