FC Cincinnati 2-1 DC United: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is a high-stakes rescheduled fixture for Cincinnati, who need a home response to protect their playoff position. D.C. arrive lower in the table but with a fully fit Baribo, the type of forward capable of punishing the defensive lapses Noonan has openly addressed. Cincinnati’s home attack and urgency should set the early rhythm, while D.C.’s route into the match is pressure, direct balls and quick breaks. The compressed schedule makes the closing stages especially important, particularly if Malatini or Munteanu are unavailable.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent head-to-head is competitive and varied, with each club having recorded wins and draws across the last several meetings. D.C. have historically been an awkward home opponent for Cincinnati, who have beaten them only once at TQL Stadium according to the club’s match preview.

Injuries and absences

J. Martinez is unavailable for Cincinnati and J. Malatini’s thigh issue is a late concern, reducing certainty around the home side’s defensive depth and rotation during a compressed week. D.C. are without G. Segal, while Munteanu’s recently reported lower-body problem is the more consequential team-sheet issue because it would leave Baribo with less forward support.

Form (last 5)

FC Cincinnati vs DC United stats

Last meetings

• 2025-05-31FC Cincinnati 1-2 DC United
• 2025-04-12DC United 0-1 FC Cincinnati
• 2024-07-03DC United 2-3 FC Cincinnati
• 2024-03-10FC Cincinnati 0-0 DC United
• 2023-06-24DC United 3-0 FC Cincinnati
• 2023-05-06FC Cincinnati 2-1 DC United

Unavailable players

Other MLS matches

• CF Montreal – Nashville SC
• Columbus Crew – Toronto FC
• New York Red Bulls – Inter Miami
• Orlando City SC – New York City FC
• DC United – FC Cincinnati
• Philadelphia Union – New England Revolution
• Atlanta United FC – Chicago Fire
• Houston Dynamo – Minnesota United FC