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Cincinnati vs DC United Predictions & Picks - Cincinnati to tighten hold on top-nine spot
- Cincinnati have won seven of their 14 at home this season (D3, L4)
- DC United have only won twice on the road this season (D7, L5)
- DC United lost 4-1 to Orlando City in their last outing
By Ben Darvill •
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Cincinnati vs DC United Predictions & Picks
Cincinnati vs DC United Predictions & Picks
Cincinnati were handed a frustrating 2-0 loss in their last MLS outing as they slumped to a defeat at the hands of Columbus Crew.
DC United were beaten by Orlando City in their last outing as they failed to build on their 2-1 win over New York Red Bulls.
- Cincinnati have won two of their last three against DC United
- Both sides have scored in five of Cincinnati's last six matches
Head To Head
Cincinnati have won four of their last 10 against DC United, with the latter winning four games and two matches ending as draws.
Cincinnati Form
Cincinnati are looking to put their foot down as the season draws to a close, although they have hit something of a speedbump in their last few games.
A 3-1 win over Atlanta United was quickly followed by defeats to New England (3-2) and Columbus (2-0). These defeats have seen their lead over the likes of Toronto and Columbus cut, with Cincinnati currently level on points with the former.
Victory in this one is incredibly important. Another loss may see them slip out of the top-nine and down the table. With the regular season ebbing away, this clash with a side that has struggled all season is crucial.
Cincinnati have seen both sides find the back of the net in five of their last six, and I predict that their leaky defence will once again fail to secure a clean sheet despite the side notching a win.
DC United Form
DC United are another side that really need a win in midweek after slipping down to 13th in the Eastern Conference after 29 matches.
The three-point gap between themselves and Cincinnati in ninth is far from insurmountable, but their form is a major worry. Across their last 10, United have only won two games, while they have lost five matches and drawn three times.
Across the season, just two of their seven wins have come on the road, while they have drawn seven matches and lost five times, with three of these defeats coming in their last four. United have generally given the opposition something to think about by scoring in four of their last five, but they have conceded in all of these matches. I predict more of the same in this one as they grab a goal but are outscored.
Verdict
I am backing Cincinnati to secure a crucial win despite failing to keep a clean sheet.
Ben Darvill
Ben is a sports journalist and provides ExpertPicks with weekly soccer tips from the MLS and European league.
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