DC United vs St. Louis City predictions, May 16, 2026

May 12, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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DC United

St. Louis City

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As DC United prepares to host St. Louis City SC on May 16, 2026, both teams enter the match with similar recent form, having each secured two wins in their last five outings. DC United will be eager to capitalize on home advantage at their venue, where they aim to solidify their position in the league.

Analytically, DC United’s tactical setup will likely emphasize a solid defensive structure while trying to exploit the transitions on the counter. Their recent victories suggest a growing cohesion and tactical discipline, which could pose challenges for the visiting side. On the other hand, St. Louis City SC has demonstrated resilience and adaptability, showing particular strength in maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities from midfield.

The bookmakers have provided odds of 2.2 for a home win and 3.18 for an away victory, reflecting a cautious optimism for the hosts. With model predictions indicating a 42.9% probability of a home win, alongside a 27.4% chance of a draw and 29.8% for an away win, the match promises to be competitive. Fans and bettors alike will have their eyes on both teams as they vie for crucial points in the MLS standings, yet no outcomes can be guaranteed in this tightly contested fixture.

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DC United
43.4%		 Draw
27.1%		 St. Louis City
29.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of MLS DC United: 1.39% St. Louis City: 0.6%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 2.12 3.55 3.35
MarathonBet 2.27 3.6 3.2 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.2 3.3 3
Pinnacle 2.18 3.47 3.23

Latest Results

09.05.26 Nashville SC – DC United – 2:2
03.05.26 New York City FC – DC United – 0:2
25.04.26 DC United – Orlando City – 3:2
22.04.26 New York Red Bulls – DC United – 4:4
18.04.26 Philadelphia Union – DC United – 0:0		 09.05.26 Colorado Rapids – St. Louis City SC – 0:1
03.05.26 Austin FC – St. Louis City SC – 2:0
29.04.26 Chicago Fire – St. Louis City SC – 1:2
25.04.26 St. Louis City SC – San Jose Earthquakes – 2:3
18.04.26 Seattle Sounders FC – St. Louis City SC – 4:1

Facts

  • One of the top teams will play against one of the outsiders (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 14).
  • DC United is showing really good form (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • St. Louis City has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of away games.
  • DC United is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 1 head-to-head match, DC United won 0 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 2:2.

    Latest Head To Head

    23.03.24 St. Louis City SC – DC United – 2:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Jose Earthquakes 12 9 2 1 27:8 19 29
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 11 8 2 1 27:7 20 26
    3 Los Angeles FC 12 6 3 3 20:12 8 21
    4 Seattle Sounders 10 6 3 1 14:6 8 21
    5 Minnesota United 12 6 3 3 16:18 -2 21
    6 Real Salt Lake 11 6 1 4 20:17 3 19
    7 FC Dallas 12 5 4 3 23:16 7 19
    8 Houston Dynamo 11 6 0 5 17:19 -2 18
    9 Los Angeles Galaxy 12 4 4 4 18:18 0 16
    10 Austin FC 12 3 5 4 18:21 -3 14
    11 Colorado Rapids 12 4 1 7 22:20 2 13
    12 Portland Timbers 11 4 1 6 19:21 -2 13
    13 San Diego FC 12 3 4 5 20:20 0 13
    14 St. Louis City 11 2 3 6 10:18 -8 9
    15 Sporting Kansas City 11 1 2 8 8:32 -24 5

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 11 7 3 1 23:8 15 24
    2 New England Revolution 11 7 1 3 20:13 7 22
    3 Inter Miami 12 6 4 2 26:21 5 22
    4 Chicago Fire 11 5 2 4 20:14 6 17
    5 DC United 12 4 4 4 15:17 -2 16
    6 FC Cincinnati 12 4 4 4 24:27 -3 16
    7 New York City 12 4 3 5 22:18 4 15
    8 Charlotte 12 4 3 5 20:21 -1 15
    9 New York Red Bulls 12 4 3 5 19:28 -9 15
    10 Toronto FC 12 3 5 4 20:24 -4 14
    11 CF Montreal 11 4 0 7 16:23 -7 12
    12 Columbus Crew 12 3 3 6 16:19 -3 12
    13 Atlanta Utd 12 3 1 8 13:20 -7 10
    14 Orlando City 12 3 1 8 16:34 -18 10
    15 Philadelphia Union 12 1 3 8 10:19 -9 6

    MLS Outrights

    1. Inter Miami: 5.03 (13.94%)

    2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.07 (9.93%)

    3. Los Angeles FC: 7.73 (9.07%)

    4. Nashville SC: 14.33 (4.9%)

    5. San Jose Earthquakes: 14.67 (4.78%)

    6. FC Cincinnati: 15 (4.68%)

    7. Cincinnati: 15 (4.68%)

    8. San Diego FC: 17 (4.13%)

    9. Seattle Sounders: 17 (4.13%)

    10. New York City: 20.33 (3.45%)

    11. Minnesota United: 25.33 (2.77%)

    12. New England Revolution: 25.33 (2.77%)

    13. Houston Dynamo: 26.17 (2.68%)

    14. Los Angeles Galaxy: 34.67 (2.02%)

    15. Toronto FC: 34.67 (2.02%)

    16. Columbus Crew: 37.5 (1.87%)

    17. New York Red Bulls: 41 (1.71%)

    18. Orlando City: 41 (1.71%)

    19. Real Salt Lake: 41 (1.71%)

    20. Charlotte FC: 41 (1.71%)

    21. Chicago Fire: 41 (1.71%)

    22. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.71%)

    23. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.71%)

    24. FC Dallas: 50.33 (1.39%)

    25. DC United: 50.33 (1.39%)

    26. Toronto: 51 (1.38%)

    27. Atlanta United: 80.33 (0.87%)

    28. Austin: 100 (0.7%)

    29. Colorado Rapids: 100.33 (0.7%)

    30. Portland Timbers: 100.33 (0.7%)

    31. Philadelphia Union: 100.33 (0.7%)

    32. Austin FC: 101 (0.69%)

    33. CF Montreal: 117 (0.6%)

    34. St. Louis City: 117 (0.6%)

    35. Sporting Kansas City: 150.33 (0.47%)

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