MLS Betting Guide: FC Cincinnati vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Match Preview

MLS Betting Guide: FC Cincinnati vs. Vancouver Whitecaps Match Preview

By Michael Peterson

December 31, 2024 at 10:38 AM

FC Cincinnati faces Vancouver Whitecaps in a crucial home match at TQL Stadium on Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET. Despite being unbeaten in their last five games, FCC will be without captain Luciano Acosta and Allan Cruz due to suspensions.

Key Match Details:

  • FC Cincinnati (+150) vs Vancouver Whitecaps (+330)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 goals (Over -145, Under +120)
  • First Goal: FC Cincinnati -195, Whitecaps +155

Team Analysis:

FC Cincinnati:

  • Currently 7th place in Eastern Conference with 26 points
  • Unbeaten in last 5 matches against top Eastern teams
  • Missing Acosta (red card) and Cruz (two yellows)
  • Brandon Vazquez set club record with 9th goal this season
  • Brenner and Vazquez have scored 7 of last 9 team goals
  • Goalkeeper Roman Celentano: 36 saves, 19 goals allowed in 12 starts

Vancouver Whitecaps:

  • 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)
  • Goalkeeper Cody Cropper: 12 goals allowed, 18 saves in 10 games

Betting Analysis: Despite missing key players, FC Cincinnati's strong recent form and Vancouver's road struggles make the home team favorites. FC Cincinnati at +150 offers good value given the Whitecaps' poor away record and defensive issues.

Recommendation: FC Cincinnati moneyline (+150)

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