Match Summary
DC United defeated FC Cincinnati 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by Pedro Santos 10′, D. Williams 17′, C. Dájome 43′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. DC United had 44% possession while FC Cincinnati held 56%. DC United had 17 shots (7 on target) compared to 17 (2 on target) for FC Cincinnati. Expected goals: DC United 1.71 — FC Cincinnati 1.38. DC United made 3 substitutions, FC Cincinnati made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between DC United and FC Cincinnati — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Klich
Match Statistics
DC United had 44% possession against FC Cincinnati's 56%. DC United registered 17 shots (7 on target) while FC Cincinnati managed 17 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–8. Fouls committed: 13–11.
Lineups
DC United lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under W. Rooney, while FC Cincinnati deployed a 3-4-1-2 under P. Noonan.
Defensive Solidity
DC United deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against FC Cincinnati's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
DC United field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus FC Cincinnati's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
DC United start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for FC Cincinnati averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of DC United's starting XI is 33.8 (youngest: C. Dájome (31), oldest: Pedro Santos (37)), while FC Cincinnati average 25.0 (youngest: I. Murphy (25), oldest: I. Murphy (25)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, DC United have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. FC Cincinnati show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
DC United and FC Cincinnati have met 2 times — DC United won 1, FC Cincinnati won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026