Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders predictions, Aug 22, 2026

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As FC Cincinnati prepares to host Seattle Sounders FC on August 22, 2026, both teams enter this matchup with contrasting recent forms. Cincinnati has been in solid shape, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 matches. This resurgence can be attributed to their aggressive attacking style, which has seen them capitalize on scoring opportunities effectively. Their home advantage further strengthens their position, making them a formidable opponent at TQL Stadium.

In contrast, Seattle Sounders FC has struggled, managing to win only once in their last 5 outings. This inconsistency may stem from challenges in their offensive setup, limiting their ability to convert chances into goals. Despite their historical pedigree, the Sounders will need to refocus and dig deep to find their rhythm against a confident Cincinnati side.

Bookmakers favor the home team with odds of 1.89, reflecting a probability of 50.2% for a home win according to predictive models. Meanwhile, the odds for an away victory stand at 3.45, indicating an uphill battle for the Sounders. As both teams aim to assert their strategies, this match promises to be competitive, though outcomes remain unpredictable.

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Cincinnati 49%

Draw 23.8%

Seattle 27.2%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.89	3.95	3.45
	1.98	4.08	3.57	Watch and Bet
	1.90	3.85	3.40

Latest Results

15.08.26 Orlando City – FC Cincinnati – 1:1 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

12.08.26 Seattle Sounders FC – Chivas Guadalajara – 1:2 09.08.26 Seattle Sounders FC – Querétaro FC – 3:0 05.08.26 Deportivo Toluca – Seattle Sounders FC – 3:0 01.08.26 Portland Timbers – Seattle Sounders FC – 2:1 25.07.26 Philadelphia Union – Seattle Sounders FC – 1:0

Facts

Two mid-table teams will face off this time (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 11).

Cincinnati is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Seattle is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

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 will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Cincinnati won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 3:5. (average 1:1.7).

Including home match between the teams, Cincinnati won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 1:0.

Latest Head To Head

11.03.23 FC Cincinnati – Seattle Sounders FC – 1:0 27.09.22 Seattle Sounders FC – FC Cincinnati – 1:1 02.03.19 Seattle Sounders FC – FC Cincinnati – 4:1

Standings

Main

Western Conference

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Houston Dynamo	19	11	2	6	28:24	4	35
2	Vancouver Whitecaps	17	10	4	3	38:17	21	34
3	Los Angeles FC	20	10	4	6	35:20	15	34
4	San Jose Earthquakes	19	10	3	6	38:27	11	33
5	St. Louis City	19	8	5	6	27:25	2	29
6	Real Salt Lake	18	8	4	6	30:26	4	28
7	FC Dallas	18	7	6	5	32:25	7	27
8	Colorado Rapids	19	8	1	10	29:25	4	25
9	Minnesota United	19	6	7	6	21:26	-5	25
10	Portland Timbers	18	7	3	8	33:33	0	24
11	Seattle Sounders	17	7	3	7	20:22	-2	24
12	San Diego FC	19	6	6	7	33:29	4	24
13	Los Angeles Galaxy	20	5	7	8	24:30	-6	22
14	Austin FC	18	4	5	9	22:36	-14	17
15	Sporting Kansas City	19	4	2	13	18:48	-30	14

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Nashville SC	19	13	4	2	39:15	24	43
2	Inter Miami	19	11	5	3	46:36	10	38
3	New England Revolution	19	9	3	7	29:25	4	30
4	Chicago Fire	17	9	2	6	32:23	9	29
5	Charlotte	19	8	4	7	32:28	4	28
6	FC Cincinnati	19	7	6	6	46:45	1	27
7	New York City	18	7	5	6	31:24	7	26
8	New York Red Bulls	19	7	4	8	30:41	-11	25
9	DC United	19	5	9	5	27:30	-3	24
10	Orlando City	19	6	3	10	31:48	-17	21
11	Columbus Crew	19	5	5	9	27:31	-4	20
12	Toronto FC	19	4	8	7	26:33	-7	20
13	CF Montreal	19	4	5	10	25:36	-11	17
14	Philadelphia Union	18	4	4	10	25:33	-8	16
15	Atlanta Utd	19	4	3	12	21:34	-13	15

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