Cincinnati FC vs Inter Miami Prediction, Lineups, Injuries, and Team News

The home team, FC Cincinnati, will play Inter Miami in the MLS Eastern Conference semifinals at Ohio's TQL Stadium on the night of November 23rd.

In the MLS Eastern Conference League standings, Cincinnati came in second. They are following two victories in the best-of-three playoffs against the Columbus Crew. American coach Pat Noonan, who has played in Major League Soccer for teams like the Columbus Crew, LA Galaxy, and Colorado Rapids, is in charge of them.

If Inter Miami defeats FC Cincinnati, they have a fantastic chance to advance to their first-ever MLS Cup finals. After defeating Nashville FC 4-0 in their final playoff game, they are in scorching form.

Now if you are looking for Cincinnati vs Inter Miami prediction and Cincinnati vs Inter Miami preview, then you are in the correct article, as Sportsdunia has got your back.

Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Match Info

• Location: Ohio, USA
• Stadium: TQL Stadium
• Date: Monday, November 23
• Kick-off Time: 3:30 am IST

Cincinnati Football Team News

After defeating their Ohio rivals in the opening round of the playoffs, FC Cincinnati are overflowing with confidence.

The trio of Evander, Brenner, and Kévin Denkey will be the centre of attention. Denkey scored 15 goals in his league debut, while Evander finished the season with 18 goals and 15 assists.

In the first-game victory over Columbus, Brenner also scored two goals. Cincinnati depends on Pavel Bucha and Ender Echenique in midfield in addition to their offensive capabilities. However, prior to the game, the latter is listed as questionable. Due to the absence of backup goalkeeper Alec Kann and Matt Miazga, USMNT centre back Miles Robinson is expected to start in defence.

Cincinnati Predicted Lineup: (3-5-2)

• Goalkeeper: Roman Celentano
• Defenders: Magnus Hagglund, Miles Robinson, Hadebe
• Midfielders: Ender Echenique, Pavel Bucha, Evander, Gidi, Lukas Engel
• Forwards: Kevin Denkey, Brenner

Inter Miami Football Team News

With five goals in the first-round series against Nashville, Lionel Messi has been outstanding.

If he doesn't win the MLS Cup, 2025 will be just the second year in his career that he hasn't won a trophy. What to do with a struggling Luis Suárez is manager Javier Mascherano's biggest concern. While serving a suspension, Miami defeated Nashville in game three despite the 38-year-old's poor play throughout the season.

In addition to Suárez's decision, midfielders Ryan Sailor and David Ruiz are both sidelined due to injuries. Ian Fray, a right back, is under suspicion following a knock with Jamaica. The careers of Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets are also aware of when Inter Miami's postseason journey comes to an end. Every step of the way, there is more incentive to make this postseason run memorable.

With that being said, here we now look at the Cincinnati vs Inter Miami predicted lineups as part of the Cincinnati vs Inter Miami preview.

Inter Miami Predicted Lineup: (4-4-2)

• Goalkeeper: Drake Ríos Novo
• Defenders: Julian Fray, Maximiliano Falcón, Cory Allen, Jordi Alba
• Midfielders: Tadeo Allende, Rodrigo De Paul, Sergio Busquets, Baltasar Rodriguez
• Forwards: Lionel Messi, Baltazar Silvetti

Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Injury Update

The Cincinnati team are nearly ready for this game. However, Matt Mizaga, Cincinnati's star player, will be sidelined due to an injury. The Pat Noonan-led team will field their best team in this game because the rest of the squad are healthy.

Javier Mascherano's main team is fully fit going into this match. However, Ryan Sailor and David Ruiz, two of the benched players, will miss time due to injuries.

Sportsdunia’s Cincinnati vs Inter Miami Prediction

According to Sportsdunia's Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami Prediction, Inter Miami are marginally favoured to win away at FC Cincinnati in this hotly contested MLS Cup Playoffs match. The forecast highlights Inter Miami's recent success and star power, especially Lionel Messi's impact, which may be crucial in undermining Cincinnati's tough defence.

Miami's offensive firepower and tactical discipline are anticipated to give them the advantage, while Cincinnati have strong home performances and a strategy centred on rapid transitions.

Given their offensive superiority, both teams should score in the match, which means Cincinnati vs Inter Miami prediction is to end in a 3-1 victory for Inter Miami. This game is expected to be a thrilling struggle with goals and fierce competition

Sportsdunia's Prediction: Cincinnati 1-3 Inter Miami.