Cincinnati is coming into this match playing in very good form in their recent matches. They have won 8 of their last 9 matches as they are starting to play like the team that had the best record in the MLS last season, and their attack has been on fire in these matches as well. They have scored at least 4 goals in 2 of their last 3 as well as scoring at least 3 goals in 3 of their last 4 matches. When playing at home, they have won 3 of their last 4 matches there as well. They are going up against a Philadelphia side that has not been in good form in their recent matches. They have no wins in their last 4 straight and they only have 1 win in their last 11 straight matches, collecting 5 losses in that span. Their defense has not been great recently as they have allowed at least 2 goals in each of their last 2 matches. Cincinnati has not been great on defense recently, but they will have an easier time defending in this match as Philadelphia is missing some key players in their attack who are away on international duty. They were not very good in their last match either as they lost 2-1 at home to Inter Miami who was missing both Messi and Suarez, and Philadelphia allowed Miami to take the lead despite being down to 9 men. Cincinnati has been in much better form recently and they are going to be pushing to keep their spot at the top of the table. They have also won the last 3 meetings against Philadelphia at home. Cincinnati will win this match at home and collect all 3 points here.
USA MLS: Cincinnati ML, Rot. 209882