FC Cincinnati hosts Philadelphia Union in a crucial MLS matchup with the following betting odds:

• FC Cincinnati: +205
• Philadelphia Union: +116
• Draw: +245

Team Analysis:

FC Cincinnati

• Last place in Eastern Conference with 20 points from 27 matches
• On a 5-game losing streak
• League-low 4 wins this season
• Second-fewest goals scored in MLS
• Brenner scoreless in last 3 matches
• Luciano Acosta showing life with 2 goals and 1 assist in last 3 games

Philadelphia Union

• Third place in Eastern Conference
• Unbeaten in last 4 matches (3 wins, 1 draw)
• Second-best defense in MLS
• 8 goals scored during 4-game unbeaten run
• Missing 6 players to international duty, including goalkeeper Andre Blake
• Kacper Przybylko: 3 goals, 1 assist in last 4 games

Key Factors:

• Union missing multiple starters but showing strong recent form
• Cincinnati struggling heavily but could benefit from Union's absences
• Union's typically strong defense may be vulnerable without Blake
• Cincinnati's offensive woes continue despite Acosta's contributions

The betting odds reflect Cincinnati's opportunity against a short-handed Union squad, though Philadelphia's recent form and defensive strength make them slight favorites despite the absences.

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