FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders prediction, odds, MLS picks [8/22/2026]

Cincinnati and Seattle will meet in MLS action at TQL Stadium on Saturday, with kickoff at 7:30 PM ET.

Dimers' advanced MLS model projects Cincinnati as the most likely winner in this Cincinnati vs. Seattle prediction.

This article offers further insights into Saturday's match, including best bets and picks.

FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders prediction: Who will win?

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's MLS matchup between Cincinnati and Seattle, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently indicates a 58.3% chance of Cincinnati winning, a 22.0% chance for Seattle, and a 19.7% chance of a draw.

Additionally, the over/under total of 2.5 goals has a 70.5% chance of going over, according to our model.

FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders odds

We have sourced the best MLS odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Moneyline: Seattle +350, Cincinnati -133

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Moneyline: Cincinnati @ -133 via Bet365
• Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ +210 via Bet365

According to our MLS best bets, the top play to make on this game is Cincinnati to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders: Correct score predictions

The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 2-1 Cincinnati win being the most probable:

• Cincinnati 2-1 Seattle (9.3% probability)
• Cincinnati 1-1 Seattle (8.1%)
• Cincinnati 3-1 Seattle (7.1%)

FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders game-day updates and essential details

Saturday's matchup between Cincinnati and Seattle in MLS at TQL Stadium is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: FC Cincinnati vs. Seattle Sounders
• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: TQL Stadium

Conclusion

According to our computer model, Cincinnati has a 58.3% win probability on Saturday, Seattle has a 22.0% win probability, and there is a 19.7% chance that the game will end in a draw.

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