{"id":656189,"date":"2026-08-21T00:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T23:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/cincinnati-vs-seattle-sounders-prediction-and-odds-major-league-soccer-22-08-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-08-21T00:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T23:30:00","slug":"cincinnati-vs-seattle-sounders-prediction-and-odds-major-league-soccer-22-08-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/cincinnati-vs-seattle-sounders-prediction-and-odds-major-league-soccer-22-08-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders: Prediction and Odds, Major League Soccer, 22\/08\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"mux-hero\">\n    <div class=\"mux-hero-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-matchup\">\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-league-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/major-league-soccer.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-breadcrumb-text\">Major League Soccer<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-teams\">\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/cincinnati.png\" alt=\"Cincinnati\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Cincinnati<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-center\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-date\">22 Aug 2026<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-time\">19:30<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-hero-team\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"mux-hero-team-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/seattle-sounders.png\" alt=\"Seattle Sounders\" width=\"68\" height=\"68\">\n                    <span class=\"mux-hero-team-name\">Seattle Sounders<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-prono\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-label\">Prediction:<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-prono-pick\">\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-text\">Cincinnati to win<\/span>\n                <span class=\"mux-hero-prono-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"mux-hero-cta trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>View odds<img class=\"mux-hero-cta-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/betmgm.com.png\" alt=\"betmgm.com\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"> &gt;<\/a>\n            \n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"mux-hero-vote\">\n            <span class=\"mux-hero-vote-title\">Pick your prediction<\/span>\n            <div class=\"mux-hero-vote-buttons\"><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/cincinnati.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Cincinnati<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Draw<\/a><a class=\"mux-hero-vote-btn trk-cta-img\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Image\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/teams\/seattle-sounders.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"> Seattle Sounders<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"mux-label-badge\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/leagues\/major-league-soccer.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" style=\"vertical-align:middle;margin-right:4px;\">Major League Soccer &middot; Regular Season<\/div><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders: Prediction and Odds, Major League Soccer, 22\/08\/2026<\/h1><div class=\"mux-meta-bar\"><span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg> 22 Aug 2026<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg> TQL Stadium<\/span>\n<span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"13\" height=\"13\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M19 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H9a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"><\/circle><\/svg> Marcelo Javelly<\/span><\/div><p>TQL Stadium hosts a compelling MLS clash on August 22 when sixth-placed Cincinnati welcome a Seattle Sounders side in desperate trouble. The visitors arrive on a five-match losing streak, and the market reflects that crisis: Cincinnati are priced at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.83<\/a> to take all three points. Something has to give under the Ohio lights.<\/p><div class=\"mux-tip-box\">\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-label\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polygon points=\"12 2 15.09 8.26 22 9.27 17 14.14 18.18 21.02 12 17.77 5.82 21.02 7 14.14 2 9.27 8.91 8.26 12 2\"><\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-main\">1X: Double Chance Cincinnati or Draw<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-row\">\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-odd-badge\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-bk\">on betmgm.com<img class=\"mux-tip-bk-logo\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.moveupx.ai\/logos\/bookmakers\/betmgm.com.png\" alt=\"betmgm.com\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><\/span>\n        <span class=\"mux-tip-conf\">&middot; Confidence Medium<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-desc\">Cincinnati's strong home form and sixth-place standing contrast sharply with Seattle's dire run of five straight defeats.<\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-tip-compliance\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 11 Sep 2026 at 06:37 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Projected final score: 2-1<\/h3><p>Cincinnati's home advantage and Seattle's catastrophic injury list make the hosts clear favourites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.83<\/a>. With nine Sounders absentees gutting their creative spine and defensive structure, a depleted visiting side on a five-match losing run has little to offer against a Cincinnati squad sitting comfortably in sixth place.<\/p><p>The loss of Robinson and Hadebe in central defence for Cincinnati introduces enough vulnerability to expect Seattle to threaten once, keeping this a <strong>three-goal<\/strong> affair. Both sides carrying defensive absences points toward <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\">1.40<\/a>, with the total staying modest given Seattle's severely weakened attacking options.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Bets for Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders<\/h2><div id=\"mux-recommended-bets\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <div class=\"mux-sc-header\"><h3>Recommended Bets<\/h3><\/div>\n    <table class=\"mux-sc-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th><\/th><th>betmgm.com<\/th><th>fanduel.com<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody><tr><td><strong>Cincinnati to win<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Under 2.5<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.80<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.20<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BTTS Yes<\/strong><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.40<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-sc-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.36<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n    <p class=\"mux-odds-timestamp\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 11 Sep 2026 at 06:37 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders, Odds Comparison<\/h2><div id=\"mux-odds-compare-ext\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <div class=\"mux-oce-header\"><h3>Odds comparison<\/h3><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mux-oce-table-wrap\">\n        <table class=\"mux-oce-table\">\n            <thead><tr><th><\/th><th>betmgm.com<\/th><th>fanduel.com<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n            <tbody><tr><td>Cincinnati to win<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Draw<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.00<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.30<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Seattle Sounders to win<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.60<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.50<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Under 2.5<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.80<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.20<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BTTS Yes<\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-best\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.40<\/a><\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"mux-oce-normal\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"fanduel.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.36<\/a><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-odds-timestamp\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"11\" height=\"11\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 11 Sep 2026 at 06:37 &middot; Odds are subject to change<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Analysis<\/h2><p>Cincinnati enter as clear home favourites at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.83<\/a>, sitting 6th in MLS with a recent run of DWLWW. Their quality advantage is substantial, and bookmaker pricing reflects roughly a 52% implied probability of a home win.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-pros wp-block-list\"><li><strong>6th place<\/strong> in MLS standings signals consistent mid-season form and competitive depth.<\/li><li><strong>DWLWW<\/strong> recent run shows Cincinnati have won back-to-back heading into this fixture.<\/li><li><strong>52% implied probability<\/strong> from bookmakers underlines Cincinnati as the clear quality favourite here.<\/li><li>Home advantage amplified by a <strong>depleted visiting squad<\/strong> missing nine key Seattle players.<\/li><\/ul><p>Seattle Sounders arrive in genuine crisis, priced at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.60<\/a> and sitting 12th in the table. Nine players are officially sidelined, stripping the squad of their creative spine, defensive leader, and primary attacking threats simultaneously.<\/p><ul class=\"mux-analysis-cons wp-block-list\"><li><strong>LLLLL<\/strong> form across the last five matches signals a squad in deep structural crisis.<\/li><li><strong>Nine absentees<\/strong> including Morris, Jo&atilde;o Paulo, Rold&aacute;n, Arriola, Dotson, and G&oacute;mez Andrade gut every line.<\/li><li>Road fixture against a <strong>home side on a two-game winning streak<\/strong> compounds the challenge severely.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"mux-callout\"><strong>Key point:<\/strong> With Cincinnati also missing Robinson and Hadebe at the back, a low-scoring but competitive affair is plausible; the double chance home or draw covers the residual defensive uncertainty on both sides.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Statistics and Head-to-Head<\/h2><div id=\"mux-ctx\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ctx-title\">Form &amp; Statistics: Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"mux-ctx-card\">\n        <div class=\"mux-ctx-columns\"><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Cincinnati<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-d\">D<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-w\">W<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">3\/5 (60%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">4.7<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">80%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.4<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.3<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"mux-ctx-col\">\n                <h4 class=\"mux-ctx-team-name\">Seattle Sounders<\/h4>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-subtitle\">Recent form<\/p>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-form-badges\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-badge mux-badge-l\">L<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl\">\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-w\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Wins<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/5 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-d\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Draws<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">0\/5 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-item\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-bar mux-ctx-bar-l\"><\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-label\">Losses<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-wdl-value\">5\/5 (100%)<\/span><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <p class=\"mux-ctx-stats-title\">Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n                <div class=\"mux-ctx-stats-grid\">\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">2.5<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">53%<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.1<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"mux-ctx-stat\"><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-value\">1.4<\/span><span class=\"mux-ctx-stat-label\">Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-stats-h2h\" class=\"mux-widget\">\n    <table class=\"mux-sh2h-table\">\n        <thead><tr><th class=\"mux-sh2h-label-th\">Statistic<\/th><th class=\"mux-sh2h-home-th\">Cincinnati<\/th><th><\/th><th class=\"mux-sh2h-away-th\">Seattle Sounders<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Last 5 results<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">3W 1D 1L<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">5L<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Avg goals scored<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">2.4<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">1.1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Avg goals conceded<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">2.3<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">1.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-sh2h-label\">Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-home\">1\/5<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-sep\">&middot;<\/td><td class=\"mux-sh2h-away\">2\/5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n<\/div><div id=\"mux-odds-tbl\">\n    <h3 class=\"mux-ot-title\">Probabilities &amp; Odds: Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders<\/h3>\n    <span class=\"mux-ot-source\">Source : betmgm.com<\/span>\n    <div class=\"mux-ot-table-wrap\">\n        <table class=\"mux-ot-table\">\n            <thead><tr><th class=\"mux-ot-col-market\">Market<\/th><th class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\">Probability<\/th><th class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\">Odds<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n            <tbody><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Cincinnati to win<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"prob_home\">54.6%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.83<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Draw<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"prob_draw\">25%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"draw\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>4.00<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Seattle Sounders to win<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"prob_away\">27.8%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"away\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>3.60<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Both teams to score (Yes)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"prob_btts_yes\">71.4%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"btts_yes\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.40<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Over 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"prob_over_2_5\">73.5%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"over_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>1.36<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"mux-ot-col-market\"><strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-prob\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><span class=\"mux-odd\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"prob_under_2_5\">35.7%<\/span><\/a><\/td><td class=\"mux-ot-col-odd\"><a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link trk-cta-link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>2.80<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n    <p class=\"mux-ot-footer\">Odds may vary<\/p>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Match Information<\/h2><div id=\"mux-match-info\" class=\"mux-widget\"><div class=\"mux-mi-grid\"><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M6 9H4.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H6\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 9h1.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 0 0-5H18\"><\/path><path d=\"M4 22h16\"><\/path><path d=\"M10 14.66V17c0 .55-.47.98-.97 1.21C7.85 18.75 7 20.24 7 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M14 14.66V17c0 .55.47.98.97 1.21C16.15 18.75 17 20.24 17 22\"><\/path><path d=\"M18 2H6v7a6 6 0 0 0 12 0V2Z\"><\/path><\/svg><span><strong>Competition:<\/strong> Major League Soccer<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M4 15s1-1 4-1 5 2 8 2 4-1 4-1V3s-1 1-4 1-5-2-8-2-4 1-4 1z\"><\/path><line x1=\"4\" x2=\"4\" y1=\"22\" y2=\"15\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Stage:<\/strong> Regular Season<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><rect width=\"18\" height=\"18\" x=\"3\" y=\"4\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"><\/rect><line x1=\"16\" x2=\"16\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"8\" x2=\"8\" y1=\"2\" y2=\"6\"><\/line><line x1=\"3\" x2=\"21\" y1=\"10\" y2=\"10\"><\/line><\/svg><span><strong>Date:<\/strong> 22 Aug 2026<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"><\/circle><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"><\/polyline><\/svg><span><strong>Time:<\/strong> 19:30 EDT<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mux-mi-item\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"><\/path><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"><\/circle><\/svg><span><strong>Stadium:<\/strong> TQL Stadium<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts on the predictions for Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders<\/h2><p>Cincinnati's strong home form and sixth-place standing contrast sharply with Seattle's dire run of five straight defeats. The Sounders have shown no capacity to stop the bleeding, and TQL Stadium is a difficult venue for struggling visitors. The <strong>1X double chance<\/strong> is the pick here, backed by Cincinnati's home price at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.83<\/a>, covering both a win and a draw in a match where Seattle offer little reason for optimism.<\/p><p>Questo articolo &egrave; a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di scommessa.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the main prediction for Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The pick is <strong>Cincinnati or Draw (1X)<\/strong>, backed at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.83<\/a> for the outright home win, with the draw kept in play by Cincinnati's defensive suspensions. The single most decisive factor is Seattle's catastrophic injury list, with nine key players sidelined, gutting their creative spine and defensive leadership simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the highest odd for Cincinnati to win?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The best available price on a straight Cincinnati win is <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"home\">1.83<\/a>. For bettors seeking safer coverage, a double chance backing Cincinnati or the draw in a single selection reduces exposure without needing a separate token, making it a practical option given Seattle's depleted squad.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will there be more or less than 2.5 goals in this match?<\/summary>\n\n<p>With Seattle missing their entire creative midfield and Cincinnati also facing defensive absences, a tight, low-scoring contest is the likely outcome. The <strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong> market at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\">2.80<\/a> carries real value here, as both teams' attacking options are compromised and neither side is expected to open up freely.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>When and where is Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders played?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The match kicks off on <strong>Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET<\/strong> (local Cincinnati time) at <strong>TQL Stadium<\/strong> in Cincinnati, Ohio.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can Seattle Sounders pull off an upset against Cincinnati?<\/summary>\n\n<p>An upset is possible but genuinely difficult to back. Seattle sit 12th with five straight losses, and their <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"away\">3.60<\/a> price reflects a side stripped of Jordan Morris, Jo&atilde;o Paulo, Cristian Rold&aacute;n, and six other key players. Cincinnati's home advantage and superior form make the Sounders a very risky proposition, even for underdog hunters.<\/p>\n\n<\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details mux-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Which alternative market offers the best value?<\/summary>\n\n<p>The best alternative value lies in <strong>Under 2.5 goals<\/strong> at <a class=\"mux-odd mux-odd--link\" href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-prono-us-en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-m=\"x_cincinnati_seattle-sounders_19609735\" data-b=\"betmgm.com\" data-t=\"under_2_5\">2.80<\/a>. Seattle's depleted attack and Cincinnati's typically disciplined home structure point toward a low-scoring affair, making this market a logical complement to the main 1X prediction without duplicating the same angle.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders: Prediction and Odds, Major League Soccer, 22\/08\/2026 TQL Stadium hosts a compelling MLS clash on August 22 when sixth-placed Cincinnati welcome a Seattle Sounders side in desperate trouble. The visitors arrive on a five-match losing streak, and the market reflects that crisis: Cincinnati are priced at to take all three points. 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