Orlando City vs Cincinnati prediction, H2H and probable lineups – June 29, 2025
One of the fixtures of the upcoming MLS round will take place on Sunday, June 29, in Orlando, where the local Orlando City will host FC Cincinnati. Let’s take a look at a bet on goals in this intriguing encounter.
Orlando City
Orlando City is enjoying another vibrant season. Last year, the team reached the playoffs semifinals, and in the current MLS campaign, they are once again displaying a high level of football. At the moment, Orlando sits fifth in their conference, having collected 33 points and scored 36 goals—one of the best attacking records in the league.
However, consistency in results is still lacking. Over their last six matches, they’ve picked up three wins and suffered three defeats. Notably, Orlando won both of their most recent games on the road: first edging past Colorado Rapids by a single goal, then confidently beating St. Louis City 4-2. Their home form, however, leaves much to be desired: out of their last three home matches, they’ve lost twice (to Nashville and Chicago Fire) and managed just one win—a 1-0 victory over Portland.
Orlando has struggled in recent meetings with Cincinnati. In the last three head-to-heads, they failed to secure a single win, suffering two defeats and earning just one draw.
Cincinnati
Cincinnati is having a confident season and rightfully sits second in the Eastern Conference with 36 points to their name. The team trails leaders Philadelphia Union by just four points. Despite a recent dip—a four-match winless streak—Cincinnati bounced back quickly, securing back-to-back away wins over Montreal and New England Revolution.
The team is particularly strong on the road. In terms of away performances, Cincinnati ranks second in the conference. Over their last five away games, they have lost just once, won three times, and drawn once.
Up front, Kevin Denkey has been sensational—the forward is firmly among the league’s top scorers with 11 goals to his name. His clinical finishing has been a key factor in the team’s success this season.
Recent head-to-heads between Orlando City and Cincinnati have been closely contested. In their last five encounters, each side has claimed two wins, with one match ending in a draw. Four of these matches were low-scoring affairs, but their most recent clash delivered plenty of goals and attacking action from both sides.
Interesting facts and head-to-head stats
- 8 of Orlando City’s last 10 matches ended with over 2.5 goals.
- In 3 of Orlando City’s last 4 matches, both teams scored.
- Cincinnati are unbeaten in 6 of their last 8 matches.
- 4 of Cincinnati’s last 5 matches ended with over 2.5 goals.
- In 5 of Cincinnati’s last 6 matches, both teams scored.
- Orlando City are unbeaten in 3 of their last 4 head-to-heads against Cincinnati.
- 4 of the last 5 matches between these teams ended with under 2.5 goals.
Probable lineups
- Orlando City: Gallese, Smith, Thorhallsson, Jansson, Brekalo, Araujo, Pasalic, Atuesta, Angulo, Ojeda, Enrique.
- Cincinnati: Celentano, Yedlin, Miazga, Flores, Engel, Orellano, Evander, Nwobodo, Boucha, Kamara, Denkey.
Prediction for Orlando City vs Cincinnati
We can expect a fiercely competitive and tense match between two teams who are both firmly in the upper echelons of the Eastern Conference standings. Orlando City have been picking up points, especially on the road, but have struggled at home. Cincinnati, meanwhile, show consistent form away from home and possess a powerful attacking line. Both sides have been prolific in front of goal lately. My prediction for this match: both teams to score, with odds of 1.61.
