Atlanta United vs FC Cincinnati Predictions

• Cincinnati have taken just 17 points on the road this season, compared to 37 at home
• No team in the MLS has had more games go over 2.5 goals than Atlanta United’s 18
• Atlanta have won both games since the restart by an aggregate score of 6-0

Atlanta to continue good form

The midseason Leagues Cup break came at the perfect time for Atlanta United, and they have returned to MLS action in fine form, winning back-to-back games without conceding.

They are fancied to continue that good run when they host Cincinnati, who top the Eastern Conference.

Atlanta have been solid at home this season, losing just twice and they can get the better of a Cincinnati side that can be vulnerable on their travels.

Cinci’s issues on the road may go on

Cincinnati have won 12 of their 13 home games in the league this season, but have struggled to replicate that form on their travels, taking 17 points from a possible 36 away from home.

The table toppers were beaten 3-0 by Columbus Crew in their most recent away match and that defensive record doesn’t bode well for facing the high-scoring Atlanta.

Only the Crew have netted more than Gonzalo Pineda’s men, with Thiago Almada and Giorgos Giakoumakis their standout players.

Correct score backers should keep a 2-1 Atlanta win on side given the fact that no MLS side has seen more of their games go over 2.5 goals than the home team.