Charlotte FC (2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses) welcomes FC Cincinnati (3-2-0) to Bank of America Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Below, we preview'FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Charlotte FC vs. FC Cincinnati odds, and make our best expert MLS picks and predictions.
Charlotte FC is coming off a 2-0 home win last Saturday over the 2023 MLS Cup Champions, the Columbus Crew. Charlotte has won both of its home games this season, ending with 0.8 or more expected goals in each. It has tallied 7 points on the season mainly due to its strong defense, allowing just 4 goals in 5 games. It has yet to concede at home as well. Charlotte’s main weapon offensively is F Brecht Dejaegere, the only player on the season with both a goal and assist.
FC Cincinnati, which is coming off a Supporters Shield in 2023, has picked up where it left off. Cincinnati has won both of its games on the road, beating Chicago 2-1 and New England 2-1 despite having fewer expected goals in both games. FCC has had 3 clean sheet performances and tallied 5 goals across its 5 games. It is led by reigning MLS MVP, M Luciano Acosta, who has 2 goals and 2 assists on the season.
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