FC Cincinnati vs New York City FC: FC Cincinnati and New York City FC will play in a big MLS Playoffs game on November 9, 2024. It’s a tie after one game because New York City FC won 3-1 last week. Both teams have to win this game.

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FC Cincinnati had a rough week last week, but they got off to a good start in the playoffs. They need to get better or they will be kicked out. They have been great at home, but their recent play has been all over the place.

After beating Chelsea 3-1 last week, New York City FC will be sure of themselves. They haven’t been great when playing away from home this season, but they have shown they can do well when things get tough.

Team Reports

Injuries will cause missing important players from FC Cincinnati including Nick Hagglund and Matt Miazga. Still, stars like Luciano Acosta and Brenner will spearhead the assault.

The injured Malachi Jones is NYCFC’s main worry. Originally suspended, Tayvon Gray is back. For the team, Santiago Rodriguez and Thiago Martins will be rather crucial players.

Potential Lines of Order

FC Cincinnati: Celentano; Awaziem, Robinson; Hadebe; Powell, Bucha, Nwobodo, Valenzuela, Acosta; Orellano, Kubo

New York City FC: Freese; Ilenic, Martins, Risa; O’Toole; Parks, Sands; Wolf, Moralez, Rodriguez; Martinez

Heads-to- Head

Five of the last five home games FC Cincinnati has played against NYCFC at TQL Stadium have gone in their favor. However, NYCFC prevailed 3-1 last week, thus this game becomes even more crucial.

Foresight

Cincinnati has been good at home but has to get better following last week’s loss. NYCFC has experience to win this game and is in better form. We forecast NYCFC to score 2-1.

Guideline for Betting

Cincinnati has a good home record, thus they might take this one.
Expect a close, low-scoring game under 2.5 goals.
Early on FC Cincinnati could lead first team in scoring.
For FC Cincinnati, their defensive performance at home in playoffs has been excellent.