Preview: FC Cincinnati vs Inter Miami prediction, odds, where to watch, time | MLS 2026

The Herons dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

FC Cincinnati are all set to battle it out against Inter Miami CF for their round 13 contest of the 2026 Major League Soccer. This will be an interesting outing between these clubs, which is scheduled to take place at the TQL Stadium.

The Pat Noonan-led side have come up with decent performances in their last few matches. They are coming in after being held to a 2-2 draw by Charlotte FC in their previous league contest. The Orange and Blue are going to be at home for their next fixture, and it is going to be an advantage for them.

FC Cincinnati are now in sixth place on the Eastern Conference MLS points table with four wins in 12 games. The upcoming game is not going to be an easy one for them, despite being the hosts.

Lionel Messi and company are coming in after securing a 4-2 win against Toronto FC with a top-level performance. Even though their attacking game was on point, they need to work on their efforts in the defensive back.

Having won six of their 12 contests, Guillermo Hoyos’ men are placed third on the Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference points table. Although Inter Miami will be away from home for their next league battle, they are going to create continuous problems for the hosts.

Kick-off:

• Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
• Stadium: TQL Stadium
• Date: Thursday, May 14
• Kick-off Time: 05:00 AM IST (Wednesday, May 13; 11:30 PM GMT/ 06:30 PM ET/ 03:30 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Cincinnati: D-D-W-W-D

Miami: W-W-D-L-W

Players to Watch

Kévin Denkey (FC Cincinnati)

Kévin Denkey is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for FC Cincinnati. He has scored five goals in his last four appearances for his club and will be looking to add more to his tally. In the ongoing Major League Soccer campaign, the 25-year-old has eight goal contributions in 11 matches.

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)

The Argentine great continues to make history. He is now the fastest player to complete 100 goal contributions in the MLS. Lionel Messi achieved the feat in just 64 matches after scoring a goal and bagging two assists in the previous fixture against Toronto FC.

The 38-year-old will play a crucial part in the final third for Inter Miami and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

If you blink, you’ll miss it. Leo Messi fastest to 100 goal contributions in @mls pic.twitter.com/KKnIWBJi5D

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) May 9, 2026

Match Facts

• FC Cincinnati are unbeaten in their last five games.
• Inter Miami have only secured one win in their last three matches.
• Only one of the last five meetings between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Cincinnati vs Inter Miami: Betting Tips and Odds

• Inter Miami to win @112/100 10bet
• Lionel Messi to score @8/11 BetVictor
• Goals over 3.5 @10/11 BetFred

Injury and Team News

Kristian Fletcher and Alvas Powell are not going to be in action for FC Cincinnati. They are injured.

Inter Miami CF will have all their players ready and fit to play in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches:

Cincinnati won:

Miami won:

Draws:

Predicted Lineups

FC Cincinnati predicted lineup (3-1-4-2)

Celentano (GK); Hagglund, Miazga, Chirila; Gidi; Bucha, Valenzuela, Evander, Ramirez; Denkey, Dem

Inter Miami predicted lineup (4-3-3)

St. Clair (GK); Mura, Luján, Micael, Allen; De Paul, Bright, Segovia; Messi, Suárez, Berterame

Match Prediction

FC Cincinnati will be looking to put up a top show at the TQL Stadium. Inter Miami are going to come up with a tough battle for the hosts.

The Herons might come out on top and secure three points in their upcoming MLS clash.

Prediction: Cincinnati 2-3 Miami

Telecast Details

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