FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Prediction: Key Stats and Tips

FC Cincinnati II welcome New England II to NKU Soccer Stadium on 7 June 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action, with the two sides arriving in very different positions in the Eastern Conference picture. The hosts are struggling near the bottom of their division, while the visitors are pushing at the upper end of the standings and currently sit in a promotion playoff position.

Played at NKU Soccer Stadium, this fixture again adds a layer to what has become a regular MLS Next Pro matchup between these second teams. For FC Cincinnati II, with only 9 points from 11 matches and a negative goal difference, every home game is crucial if they are to climb away from the lower reaches of both the Northeast Division and the Eastern Conference. New England II, by contrast, are looking to consolidate their strong start and maintain their push in the playoff positions.

Stats suggest this FC Cincinnati II vs New England II clash should be tight but tilted towards the visitors. New England II’s overall record, recent form profile and defensive numbers all point to an away side that is more consistent and resilient, while FC Cincinnati II have been heavily reliant on their home performances to collect points.

FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Key Stats

• FC Cincinnati II have taken 9 points from 11 matches, scoring 12 and conceding 21 in MLS Next Pro this season.
• The most recent meeting on 15 March 2026 at Gillette Stadium ended New England II 2-1 FC Cincinnati II in the MLS Next Pro Group Stage.
• New England II average 1.5 goals scored per match and 1.0 goals conceded across 11 league fixtures, with 4 clean sheets.

FC Cincinnati II vs New England II — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 8 vs 3 (Northeast Division)
• Points: 9 vs 22
• Goals For: 12 vs 14
• Goals Against: 21 vs 10
• Clean Sheets: FC Cincinnati II 2; New England II 4

The season record shows a clear gap between the sides. FC Cincinnati II sit 8th in the Northeast Division and 14th in the Eastern Conference, with 3 wins and 8 losses from 11 matches and a goal difference of -9. They have been much stronger at NKU Soccer Stadium, winning 3 of 5 home matches and scoring 10 of their 12 league goals there, but their away form has been poor and drags down their overall numbers.

New England II, ranked 3rd in the Northeast Division and 5th in the Eastern Conference, have 22 points from 11 games, with 8 wins and only 3 defeats. They have conceded just 10 goals in that span and hold a positive goal difference of +4. Their home form is excellent, but even away from Gillette Stadium they have a balanced record (2 wins and 2 losses), underlining a team that travels relatively well and defends with consistency.

FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Key Matchups

FC Cincinnati II Attack vs New England II Defence

With FC Cincinnati II averaging 2.0 goals per game at home and New England II conceding only 1.0 per match overall, the battle between the hosts’ attacking output at NKU Soccer Stadium and the visitors’ organised back line looks decisive. Cincinnati have failed to score in 4 matches this season, all away from home, while New England II have kept 4 clean sheets, including 3 on their own pitch and 1 on the road. If Cincinnati can reproduce their home scoring rate against one of the better defensive units in the conference, they can keep this competitive; if New England II impose their usual defensive structure, chances for the hosts may be limited.

Set-Piece and Discipline Battle

Discipline and set-piece situations could also shape the game. FC Cincinnati II have seen a notable spread of yellow cards across matches, including a red card between minutes 76-90, while New England II have a concentration of yellow cards between minutes 46-90 and one red card in the 46-60 range. With Cincinnati conceding an average of 1.9 goals per match and New England II’s attack averaging 1.5, any lapses in discipline that gift set-piece opportunities may tilt the balance further towards the visitors’ more efficient attack.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These clubs have met frequently in MLS Next Pro in recent years, with a genuinely competitive rivalry. Across the last ten recorded meetings, both sides have enjoyed wins home and away, with several tight scorelines and the occasional high-scoring contest.

• 15 March 2026: New England II 2-1 FC Cincinnati II (MLS Next Pro Group Stage)
• 21 September 2025: FC Cincinnati II 3-1 New England II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37)
• 15 June 2025: New England II 0-1 FC Cincinnati II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18)
• 13 March 2025: New England II 2-0 FC Cincinnati II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 2)
• 7 August 2024: New England II 0-0 FC Cincinnati II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 29, FC Cincinnati II won 6-5 on penalties)

FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Prediction

Analysis points to a match where New England II should control long spells, but FC Cincinnati II’s strong home scoring record means the visitors cannot relax. Cincinnati’s overall league form, reflected in an 8-loss tally from 11 games and a high goals-against average, suggests they are vulnerable, particularly if forced to chase the game. New England II’s league form string of “WWWWLLLWWWW” underlines a side capable of putting together long winning runs, and their last-five profile shows an 80% form rating with 1.6 goals scored and 1.0 conceded on average.

The prediction metrics give New England II a 45% chance of victory and a 45% probability of a draw, with only 10% assigned to a home win. Advice leans towards a double chance of draw or New England II, reflecting the visitors’ superior defensive numbers and points tally. Expect New England II to be compact, efficient and patient, while Cincinnati rely on bursts of attacking play at home. A low-scoring contest is likely, with the away side favoured to avoid defeat.

Predicted Score: FC Cincinnati II 1-2 New England II

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FC Cincinnati II Possible Starting Lineup

L. Broz; M. Miazga, S. Lachekar, A. Lajhar, Felix Samson; Y. Ramos, M. Sullivan, N. Gray, S. Sanchez; Stefan Chirila, M. Vazquez

With no confirmed lineups available, FC Cincinnati II are likely to lean on experience in defence through players such as M. Miazga and S. Lachekar, with younger options like Felix Samson around them. In midfield, a blend of work rate and ball progression from the likes of Y. Ramos and M. Sullivan would be crucial to protect a back line that has conceded 21 goals in 11 league matches. In attack, options such as Stefan Chirila and M. Vazquez offer mobility and finishing, and Cincinnati’s strong home goals average of 2.0 suggests they can create chances if the supply line functions.

New England II Possible Starting Lineup

JD Gunn; J. Smith, Gabriel Dahlin, C. Mbai Assem, Eric Klein; J. Buck, M. Morgan, Allan Oyirwoth, C. Zarzalejo; J. Da, S. Sasaki

New England II have several options across the pitch and can set up with a solid defensive core featuring J. Smith and Gabriel Dahlin, supported by C. Mbai Assem. In midfield, players like J. Buck, M. Morgan and Allan Oyirwoth can provide balance between defensive coverage and forward thrust. Further forward, attacking options such as J. Da and S. Sasaki give New England II the capacity to capitalise on their 1.5 goals-per-game average, particularly against a defence that has struggled over the season.

FC Cincinnati II Team News

No significant absences reported.

New England II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

FC Cincinnati II:

• None reported.

New England II:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: FC Cincinnati II vs New England II

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back New England II on the double chance (draw or away win). The prediction metrics give the visitors and the draw a combined 90% probability (45% each), while FC Cincinnati II are assigned only 10%. New England II’s 8 wins from 11 and stronger defensive record justify siding with them not to lose. (No odds data available.)
• Goals Tip: Under 3.5 total goals appeals. New England II concede just 1.0 goal per match on average and have kept 4 clean sheets, while only 2 of their 11 league games have gone over 2.5 goals. FC Cincinnati II average 1.1 goals scored and 1.9 conceded, and several recent H2H meetings (2-1, 1-0, 0-1, 2-0, 0-0) have stayed under 3.5. (No odds data available.)
• Value Tip: New England II to win by exactly one goal offers potential value. Their last-five attacking average is 1.6 goals for and 1.0 against, and multiple H2H results (2-1, 1-0, 1-0) have been decided by a single goal. With FC Cincinnati II strong at home but weaker overall, a narrow away success fits both form and historical patterns. (No odds data available.)

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