Preview: FC Cincinnati vs Toronto FC Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | MLS 2026

The Orange and Blue are unbeaten in their last five meetings against the Reds.

FC Cincinnati are all set to lock horns with Toronto FC for their round 3 contest of the 2026 Major League Soccer. The TQL Stadium is going to witness this interesting contest between these teams.

The Orange and Blue have come up with decent performances since the beginning of the season. However, it was a setback for them when they were outplayed by Minnesota United in their previous MLS outing.

FC Cincinnati will be eager to return to winning ways. Being at home, they will have an advantage here.

Toronto FC have faced back-to-back losses in their last two matches and are going to be under pressure for their next one. They were outplayed by FC Dallas in their opening Major League Soccer game.

Then they faced a dominating loss against the Vancouver Whitecaps. The Reds will be away from home, and the next outing is going to be a tough one for them.

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— Toronto FC (@TorontoFC) March 1, 2026

Kick-off:

• Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
• Stadium: TQL Stadium
• Date: Monday, March 9
• Kick-off Time: 04:30 AM IST (Sunday, March 8; 11:00 PM GMT/ 06:00 PM ET/ 03:00 PM PT)
• Referee: Alexis Da Silva
• VAR: In use

Form:

Cincinnati: W-L

Toronto: L-L

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 scored in the opening MLS fixture, but failed to score in the following game. The 25-year-old will be looking to put in a top performance so that he can help his side secure three points in the next game.

Djordje Mihailovic (Toronto FC)

Djordje Mihailovic will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side secure their first win of the season. He can play multiple positions on the field, which makes him a crucial part of the squad. Mihailovic can also play an important role in the midfield.

Match Facts

• Toronto FC have conceded six goals in their last two matches.
• FC Cincinnati have secured one clean sheet in their last two games.
• The Reds have failed to secure a win in their last five meetings against the Orange and Blue.

FC Cincinnati vs Toronto FC: Betting Tips and Odds

• FC Cincinnati to win @9/11 Unibet
• Kévin Denkey to score @31/20 Virgin Bet
• Goals over 3.5 @15/8 BetVictor

Injury and Team News

FC Cincinnati will miss out on the services of Kristian Fletcher. He is injured.

Henry Wingo, Matheus Pereira, Deandre Kerr, Nicksoen Gomis, Adisa De Rosario and Theo Corbeanu are not going to be in action for Toronto FC due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 14

Cincinnati won: 9

Toronto won: 4

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

FC Cincinnati predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Celentano (GK); Hagglund, Robinson, Hadebe; Echenique, Bucha, Gidi, Valenzuela, Ramirez; Jabbari, Denkey

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

Gavran (GK); Laryea, Thompson, Zimmerman, Franklin; Osorio; Cifuentes, Coello, Sallói; Etienne Jr., Mihailovic

Match Prediction

The Orange and Blue will be gunning for a win, while the visitors will be under pressure. FC Cincinnati are likely to take down Toronto FC in their upcoming Major League Soccer clash.

Prediction: Cincinnati 3-1 Toronto

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