Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 May

Chicago Fire

W W W L L

4th place in USA Major League Soccer

2-3

02/05/2026 20:40

FC Cincinnati

L D W W L

6th place in USA Major League Soccer

USA Major League Soccer

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati on 02 May 2026 (kick-off: 20:40) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati preview before placing your bet.

Chicago Fire are currently 4th with 29 points after 17 matches.
FC Cincinnati sit 6th with 26 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Chicago Fire to win with probability 51%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Cincinnati, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Chicago Fire have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

20:40

2026-05-02

Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati - Prediction & Odds

Chicago Fire

FC Cincinnati

2026-05-02 20:40

STANDINGS UP TO 02/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Nashville SC	40	18	12	4	2	35	14	21
02 Inter Miami CF	38	18	11	5	2	45	32	13
03 New England Revolution	30	17	9	3	5	28	21	7
04 Chicago Fire	29	17	9	2	6	32	23	9
05 New York City FC	26	18	7	5	6	31	24	7
06 FC Cincinnati	26	18	7	5	6	45	44	1
07 Charlotte FC	25	18	7	4	7	29	27	2
08 New York Red Bulls	25	18	7	4	7	29	39	-10
09 DC United	23	18	5	8	5	26	29	-3
10 Orlando City	20	18	6	2	10	30	47	-17
11 Columbus Crew	20	18	5	5	8	26	28	-2
12 Toronto FC	17	18	3	8	7	24	32	-8
13 Philadelphia Union	16	18	4	4	10	25	33	-8
14 CF Montreal	16	18	4	4	10	24	35	-11
15 Atlanta United	12	18	3	3	12	19	33	-14
01 Vancouver Whitecaps	34	17	10	4	3	38	17	21
02 Los Angeles FC	34	19	10	4	5	35	19	16
03 San Jose Earthquakes	33	18	10	3	5	37	24	13
04 Houston Dynamo	29	17	9	2	6	25	24	1
05 Real Salt Lake	27	17	8	3	6	29	25	4
06 FC Dallas	27	18	7	6	5	32	25	7
07 St. Louis City	26	18	7	5	6	24	24	0
08 Portland Timbers	24	18	7	3	8	33	33	0
09 Seattle Sounders	24	17	7	3	7	20	22	-2
10 Minnesota United FC	24	18	6	6	6	20	25	-5
11 Colorado Rapids	22	18	7	1	10	27	25	2
12 Los Angeles Galaxy	22	19	5	7	7	24	29	-5
13 San Diego FC	21	18	5	6	7	32	29	3
14 Austin FC	17	18	4	5	9	22	36	-14
15 Sporting Kansas City	14	18	4	2	12	18	46	-28

Head To Head

18/04/2026 19:40

FC Cincinnati

3 - 3

Chicago Fire

MLS

05/07/2025 19:30

FC Cincinnati

2 - 1

Chicago Fire

MLS

19/04/2025 20:30

Chicago Fire

2 - 3

FC Cincinnati

MLS

17/07/2024 19:30

FC Cincinnati

0 - 1

Chicago Fire

MLS

02/03/2024 21:30

Chicago Fire

1 - 2

FC Cincinnati

MLS

03/06/2023 19:30

FC Cincinnati

1 - 0

Chicago Fire

MLS

Chicago Fire

17%

Draw

17%

FC Cincinnati

67%

Chicago Fire Last 6 matches

29/04/2026 20:00

Chicago Fire 1 - 2 St. Louis City USA CUP

25/04/2026 20:40

Chicago Fire 5 - 0 Sporting Kansas City MLS

18/04/2026 19:40

FC Cincinnati 3 - 3 Chicago Fire MLS

14/04/2026 19:30

Detroit City 1 - 2 Chicago Fire USA CUP

11/04/2026 20:40

Chicago Fire 1 - 0 Atlanta United MLS

04/04/2026 20:40

Chicago Fire 1 - 0 Nashville SC MLS

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches FC Cincinnati

25/04/2026 19:40

FC Cincinnati 2 - 0 New York Red Bulls MLS

22/04/2026 19:40

New York City FC 4 - 4 FC Cincinnati MLS

18/04/2026 19:40

FC Cincinnati 3 - 3 Chicago Fire MLS

11/04/2026 13:10

Toronto FC 1 - 1 FC Cincinnati MLS

04/04/2026 19:40

New York Red Bulls 4 - 2 FC Cincinnati MLS

22/03/2026 13:10

FC Cincinnati 4 - 3 CF Montreal MLS

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues USA Major League Socce...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Chicago Fire

FC Cincinnati

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.22

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.56

Scored

Avg. per game

1.89

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.11

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 9 home matches

YesNo

6 (67%)3 (33%)

In last 9 home matches

NoYes

7 (78%)2 (22%)

Chicago Fire

Recent matches

FC Cincinnati

Under /Over

(78%)7 2(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)8 1(11%)

Under /Over

(33%)3 6(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(78%)7 2(22%)

Under /Over

(44%)4 5(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(78%)7 2(22%)

/Yes

(56%)5 4(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)6 3(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Chicago Fire

FC Cincinnati

Shots

Chicago Fire

Total shots

17.00 avg / game

Blocked

54 total

Avg. 6.00

FC Cincinnati

Total shots

8.25 avg / game

Blocked

13 total

Avg. 1.86

Chicago Fire Pass FC Cincinnati

Total passes

4551

Avg. 506 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

2176

Avg. 272 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Chicago Fire

Played games

FC Cincinnati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.44

Clean sheets

0.22

5.67

Corners

2.44

22.00

198

Throw-ins

8.33

1.56

Offsides

0.89

1.89

GK saves

1.44

Chicago Fire

DISCIPLINARY

FC Cincinnati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

1.33

0.11

0.11

12.11

109

Fouls

7.78

10.89

Tackles

5.67

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How We Build the Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati on 02 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this USA Major League Soccer fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Chicago Fire vs FC Cincinnati Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Chicago Fire's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Cincinnati's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

USA Major League Soccer Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live USA Major League Soccer standings and the USA Major League Soccer form table to understand exactly where Chicago Fire and FC Cincinnati sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our USA Major League Soccer predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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