FC Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire Prediction 06.07.2025
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FC Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire Prediction
FC Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire Prediction and Betting Tips for this weekend’s MLS clash at TQL Stadium. After a narrow win over Orlando, Cincinnati look to stay near the top of the Eastern Conference. Discover the latest MLS Predictions from our XpertStats tipsters ahead of this promising encounter.
- FC Cincinnati aim to extend their three-game winning run in MLS.
- Chicago Fire have scored in every away match this season.
- Expect goals: both sides boast strong Over 2.5 trends.
FC Cincinnati have built their success on tight margins, having won their last three league matches by just a single goal each time. They remain strong contenders for the Supporters’ Shield but recent results at TQL Stadium have been mixed, with dropped points in their last two home games. Pat Noonan’s side will be determined to avoid back-to-back home defeats in MLS for the first time since 2024. Despite injuries, Cincinnati’s defensive record at home remains solid, with just nine goals conceded at TQL so far this season.
Crucially, the Orange and Blue are ruthless when ahead at the break — they have secured maximum points in eight matches when leading at half-time this campaign. Evander continues to shine in the final third, but the absence of key players like Miles Robinson and Nick Hagglund could test their backline against one of MLS’s most attack-minded sides. Fans can expect Cincinnati to stick with their attacking approach, which has seen them average 2.88 goals per match.
Meanwhile, the Chicago Fire bounced back from consecutive defeats with another high-scoring win last weekend. Gregg Berhalter’s men have made goal-fests a habit this season — four or more goals have been netted in 11 of their 19 league fixtures. With an average of five total goals per match and a perfect record of scoring in every away game so far, the Fire’s free-scoring attack is hard to ignore. They’ve also improved their road form dramatically, winning six times away — the second-most in MLS.
History favors Chicago in this fixture too: they have won three of their four visits to TQL Stadium, including a 1-0 win in this match-up last season. While injuries persist, their front line — led by Philip Zinckernagel, Brian Gutierrez, and Hugo Cuypers — has shown they can produce goals against anyone. With both sides boasting attacking stats and shaky defenses, this match looks primed for another entertaining outcome. Keep an eye on our MLS Predictions for more insights this weekend.
Over 2.5 Goals is the standout pick for this clash given both teams’ attacking trends. FC Cincinnati average 2.88 goals per match, with 63% of their games going Over 2.5. They’ve consistently found the net, scoring an average of 1.75 goals per game while conceding 1.13. On the other side, the Chicago Fire have been even more prolific, averaging a remarkable five total goals per match. Every single one of Chicago’s league matches has hit Over 2.5, with a 100% strike rate for Over 1.5 too. They’ve scored at least three goals in five of their away fixtures and have found the net in every road game this season. Add in that Cincinnati are missing key defensive players and that Chicago’s last four visits to TQL Stadium have been open games, and you have a recipe for another goal-filled encounter. All signs point to a high-scoring affair.
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