New England Revolution (5-10-1) travel to face off against FC Cincinnati (12-3-3) on Saturday, June 22nd. This match will be played at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, OH. Both club’s come into this one having won their previous match. The match starts at 7:30 PM  ET.

New England Revolution vs FC Cincinnati

New England Revolution Is Coming Off A Win

The New England Revolution will be looking to build off their 3-2 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps. They played this match at home and came out on top despite having a money line of +128 and the over/under line being set at 2.5 goals.

New England’s offensive attack was spread out, with four different players finding the net. Giacomo Vrioni and Esmir Bajraktarevic were the top two players in terms of total shots, with Vrioni scoring on his only shot on goal.

On the defensive end, the Revolution were busy intercepting passes and blocking shots (seven each). However, their keeper, Aljaz Ivacic, still allowed two goals on Vancouver’s eight total shots on goal.

In their last seven matches, the New England Revolution have gone 4-3, including a win over the 3rd-ranked New York Red Bulls on June 8th. Overall, they are 5-10-1, putting them in 15th place in the Eastern Conference. Their three-match winning streak has helped them climb within two points of 12th-ranked St. Louis City SC. After this match vs. FC Cincinnati, they will return home to take on the Columbus Crew on June 29th.

FC Cincinnati Is Coming Off A Win

In their last match, FC Cincinnati hosted the Philadelphia Union in a high-scoring affair that ended in a 4-3 win. The over/under line going into the match was 2.5 goals, and the seven total goals easily surpassed this figure. The win payout for FC Cincinnati was -167.

FC Cincinatti’s offensive attack took a total of 16 shots, five of which were on target. The club also had three different players find the net, while Luciano Acosta had a part in two of the four goals, scoring twice.

On the defensive end, FC Cincinnati allowed three goals on just five shots on target by the Union. Roman Celentano finished with two saves on these five shots. As a defensive unit, FC Cincinnati intercepted four passes and blocked five shots.

Through 18 matches, FC Cincinnati has a record of 12-3-3, which has them in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. They have won two straight matches, including a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Union on June 19th. Overall, they have been favored in 12 matches, going 7-3-2 in those contests. On the road, they have been dominant, going 7-1-1. Following this match, they will take on FC Dallas on the road on June 30th.

New England Revolution Offense Breakdown

Carles Gil has been the top scorer for the New England Revolution this season, finding the back of the net five times, which is 38th in MLS. He has also been the top shooter for the Revolution, putting 14 shots on goal, which is 39th in the league. This season, New England has scored 0.9 goals per match, which is 29th in the league, and they have scored more than their season average in three straight matches. Their passing percentage of 83.6% is 12th in the league, and they have taken more corners than their opponents in 56.2% of their matches.

FC Cincinnati Offense Breakdown

Luciano Acosta has been the top offensive weapon for FC Cincinnati this season, as his nine goals are the most on the team and 10th in the MLS. He has also been the most accurate shooter for the club, as his 18 shots on goal are 23rd in the league. Overall, FC Cincinnati is 8th in the MLS in goals scored, averaging 1.7 per match. They are also 5th in shots on goal and 15th in corners.

New England Revolution Defense Breakdown

Heading into their match against FC Cincinnati, the New England Revolution’s defense is giving up 1.8 goals per match, which is 26th in the MLS. Over their last six matches, they have given up 11 goals, which is also 1.8 per match. They have struggled in terms of blocked shots and interceptions, as they are 20th and 26th in the league in those categories. Henrich Ravas has started eight matches in goal and has just one clean sheet, which is 33rd in the MLS. Overall, the Revolution’s defense has been inconsistent, as they have given up four goals to the New York Red Bulls, but just one to Nashville SC.

FC Cincinnati Defense Breakdown

FC Cincinnati’s defense has been struggling as of late, giving up three goals to the Philadelphia Union and two goals to the San Jose Earthquakes. Overall, they are 5th in goals allowed this season, but they are 19th in blocked shots and 13th in interceptions. Keeper Roman Celentano is 7th in clean sheets, but he is 27th in saves. Over their last five matches, they have given up an average of 1.8 goals per match.

New England Revolution vs FC Cincinnati Prediction

Given that FC Cincinnati is 5th in goals allowed and is also 5th in shots on goal allowed, we like them to win a low-scoring match against New England. Our prediction is that FC Cincinnati’s Luciano Acosta, who has the best odds to score a goal, will find the back of the net. Our final score prediction is FC Cincinnati 1, New England 0.

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