FC Cincinnati vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: MLS Betting Odds and Match Analysis

FC Cincinnati vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: MLS Betting Odds and Match Analysis

By Michael Davidson

December 31, 2024 at 10:38 AM

FC Cincinnati hosts Vancouver Whitecaps at TQL Stadium on Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET in a crucial MLS matchup. The Orange and Blue enter on a five-game unbeaten streak but will be without captain Luciano Acosta and Allan Cruz due to suspension.

Key Match Details:

  • Date: Wednesday
  • Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
  • Venue: TQL Stadium, Cincinnati
  • Watch: ESPN+ and FCC TV

FC Cincinnati Status:

  • Currently 7th place in Eastern Conference with franchise-record 26 points
  • Brandon Vazquez set club record with 9th goal this season
  • Missing Acosta (red card) and Cruz (two yellows) due to suspension
  • Alvaro Barreal likely to fill attacking midfield role
  • Haris Medunjanin expected to replace Cruz

Vancouver Whitecaps Overview:

  • Poor road record: 2-7-0 with -13 goal differential
  • Only 7 road goals scored (second-worst in MLS)
  • Lucas Cavallini leads team with 6 goals
  • Missing Deiber Caicedo (season-ending knee injury)
  • Cody Cropper in goal: 12 goals allowed in 10 games

Betting Odds:

  • FC Cincinnati: +150
  • Vancouver Whitecaps: +330
  • Draw: +300
  • Total Goals O/U: 2.5 (Over -145, Under +120)
  • First Goal: Cincinnati -195, Whitecaps +155, No Goals +1400

Despite missing key players, FC Cincinnati's strong form and Vancouver's road struggles make the home team favorites. The Orange and Blue will look to extend their unbeaten run and strengthen their playoff position.

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