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As San Diego FC prepares to host FC Cincinnati on May 16, 2026, both teams are entering the match with contrasting recent form, which could heavily influence the outcome. San Diego FC is struggling, having failed to secure a victory in their last five outings, raising concerns about their morale and defensive organization. Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati comes into this clash with a more positive momentum, having won two of their last five matches, indicating a stronger attacking presence and tactical coherence.
Bookmakers have set odds at 1.96 for a home win, reflecting a slight favor towards San Diego, likely due to the advantages of playing at home. Our probability model suggests a 51.3% chance of a home victory, indicating some confidence in San Diego’s potential to rally on their turf. However, Cincinnati’s recent successes suggest they possess the capability to exploit any defensive lapses from the hosts, with a 26.5% chance for an away win.
With both teams showing varying strengths and weaknesses, this match promises to be closely contested. While San Diego will aim for a much-needed turnaround, Cincinnati’s form could exploit any vulnerabilities, making for an unpredictable encounter.
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| San Diego 48.1% |
Draw 23.7% |
Cincinnati 28.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1
Outrights of MLS FC Cincinnati: 4.65% San Diego FC: 4.1%
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.98 | 3.95 | 3.35 | |
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1.98 | 4.21 | 3.48 | |
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1.91 | 3.8 | 3.3 | |
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1.96 | 4.01 | 3.35 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 Seattle Sounders FC – San Diego FC – 1:1 02.05.26 San Diego FC – Los Angeles FC – 2:2 25.04.26 San Diego FC – Portland Timbers – 1:2 22.04.26 Houston Dynamo – San Diego FC – 1:0 18.04.26 Real Salt Lake – San Diego FC – 4:2 |
09.05.26 Charlotte FC – FC Cincinnati – 2:2 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 |
Facts
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: 5.04 (13.84%)
2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.08 (9.85%)
3. Los Angeles FC: 7.48 (9.33%)
4. Nashville SC: 14.6 (4.78%)
5. FC Cincinnati: 15 (4.65%)
6. San Jose Earthquakes: 15 (4.65%)
7. Cincinnati: 15 (4.65%)
8. San Diego FC: 17 (4.1%)
9. Seattle Sounders: 17 (4.1%)
10. New York City: 20.2 (3.45%)
11. Houston Dynamo: 24.6 (2.84%)
12. Minnesota United: 25.2 (2.77%)
13. New England Revolution: 25.2 (2.77%)
14. Columbus Crew: 34.8 (2%)
15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 34.8 (2%)
16. Toronto FC: 34.8 (2%)
17. New York Red Bulls: 41 (1.7%)
18. Orlando City: 41 (1.7%)
19. Real Salt Lake: 41 (1.7%)
20. Charlotte FC: 41 (1.7%)
21. Chicago Fire: 41 (1.7%)
22. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.7%)
23. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.7%)
24. FC Dallas: 50.2 (1.39%)
25. DC United: 50.2 (1.39%)
26. Toronto: 51 (1.37%)
27. Atlanta United: 80.2 (0.87%)
28. Austin: 100 (0.7%)
29. Colorado Rapids: 100.2 (0.7%)
30. Portland Timbers: 100.2 (0.7%)
31. Philadelphia Union: 100.2 (0.7%)
32. Austin FC: 101 (0.69%)
33. CF Montreal: 110.2 (0.63%)
34. St. Louis City: 110.2 (0.63%)
35. Sporting Kansas City: 130.2 (0.54%)
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