Columbus vs. Cincinnati Prediction, Picks and Odds

Dimers' prediction and analysis for the Columbus vs. Cincinnati MLS match on October 18, 2026 includes win probabilities and picks for the biggest betting markets. Get Dimers Pro for full access.
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Score Summary
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G. Tapia (22')
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T. Habroune (54')
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Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cincinnati
    0.0%
  • Draw
    0.0%
  • Columbus
    100.0%
Win Probability
Match Timeline
  1. 90'
    Yellow Card
    D. Chambost (Columbus Crew) cautioned
  2. 79'
    Substitution
    Substitution for FC Cincinnati: G. Valenzuela replaces N. Hagglund
  3. 79'
    Substitution
    Substitution for FC Cincinnati: A. Jabbari replaces P. Bucha
  4. 79'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: L. Giaccone replaces G. Tapia
  5. 66'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: D. Chambost replaces T. Habroune
  6. 66'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: E. Bailly replaces S. Moreira
  7. 65'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: J. Thiare replaces S. Rodriguez
  8. 59'
    Substitution
    Substitution for FC Cincinnati: E. Echenique replaces D. Doudera
  9. 59'
    Substitution
    Substitution for FC Cincinnati: K. Mboma replaces T. Barlow
  10. 54'
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    Goal scored for Columbus Crew by T. Habroune, assisted by G. Tapia
    2-0
  11. 46'
    Substitution
    Substitution for Columbus Crew: S. Bangoura replaces B. Mendez
  12. 45'
    Yellow Card
    A. Gomes (Columbus Crew) cautioned
  13. 31'
    Yellow Card
    T. Hadebe (FC Cincinnati) cautioned
  14. 28'
    Yellow Card
    S. Gidi (FC Cincinnati) cautioned
  15. 22'
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    Goal scored for Columbus Crew by G. Tapia, assisted by B. Mendez
    1-0
  16. 18'
    Substitution
    Substitution for FC Cincinnati: N. Hagglund replaces J. Malatini

Columbus vs. Cincinnati: Match prediction & analysis

Match overview

  • Teams: Columbus vs. Cincinnati
  • Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
  • Time: 5:00 PM ET
  • Venue: TQL Stadium

Current betting odds

  • Moneyline: Columbus 33¢, Cincinnati +135, draw 25¢
  • Total (Over/Under): 2.5 goals (73¢/28¢)

Dimers' win & correct score probabilities

  • Columbus: 32.0%
  • Cincinnati: 47.3%
  • Draw: 20.7%

These probabilities are generated using Dimers' MLS data model, which predicts the most likely outcomes for all major betting markets.

Most likely correct score: Columbus 1-2 Cincinnati (8.2%)

Correct score projections are based on expected scoring patterns. A team can have a higher chance of winning overall, even if the single most likely scoreline is a draw or narrow result.

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Who will win Columbus vs. Cincinnati? Prediction & correct score

Cincinnati is the most likely winner of this match with a win probability of 47.3%.

The most likely correct score is Columbus 1-2 Cincinnati.

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