The battle for Ohio is coming to Major League Soccer on Saturday.
The upcoming leg of the “Hell Is Real” derby between F.C. Cincinnati and Columbus Crew will feature two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference facing off–But this time the tables are turned.
During MLS play, Columbus has won five of the 10 meetings. Only one derby contest has been won by Cincinnati in addition to their lone U.S. Open Cup clash.
Watch Cincinnati vs ColumbusBut in 2023, Cincy is the favorite. Cincinnati is pacing the Eastern Conference, holding down first-place having won seven-straight outings at home. Meanwhile, Columbus enters the weekend in fifth place, nine points behind Cincy.
However, the Crew will carry some momentum down to the Ohio River basin. Columbus snapped a four-game losing skid on Wednesday against L.A. Galaxy in 2-0 fashion. Is the Crew back on track enough to knock off their rival?
Ahead of the pivotal matchup for both teams, here is everything you need to know to stream the action:
F.C. Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew
- When: Saturday, May 19
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: TQL Stadium (Cincinnati)
- Watch: Apple TV
Major League Soccer Starting Lineups
F.C. Cincinnati possible starting lineup:
Celentano; Hagglund, Miazga, Murphy; Gaddis, Nwobodo, Kubo, Moreno; Acosta; Badji, Vazquez
Columbus possible starting lineup:
Schulte; Moreira, Quinton, Vallecilla; Farsi, Morris, Nagbe, Amundsen; Ramirez, Cucho, Zelarayan
Major League Soccer Odds and betting lines
MLS odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook. Odds were last updated Friday at 6:00 p.m. ET.
F.C. Cincinnati (-115) vs. Columbus Crew (+260)
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