FC Cincinnati Defeats Atlanta United 2-0 at Home
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 4:45 PM ET · TQL Stadium
FC Cincinnati 2, Atlanta United FC 0, final. Our MLS picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Atlanta United FC vs FC Cincinnati?
FC Cincinnati beat Atlanta United FC 2-0 at TQL Stadium on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Atlanta United FC vs FC Cincinnati?
FC Cincinnati were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -105 (about 51% implied). The favorite won.
FC Cincinnati secured a solid 2-0 victory against Atlanta United FC at TQL Stadium, showcasing their home advantage and recent form. This match was significant as it marked a continuation of Cincinnati's strong start to the season, improving their record to 1-0-0, while Atlanta remains without a win, now at 0-0-1.
In their last five matches, FC Cincinnati has demonstrated a mixed bag of results, with three wins, two losses, and a recent victory against Universidad O&M, where they won 4-0. Their overall performance at home has been commendable, with a record of 4-2 in their last ten matches, averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.4 allowed. However, they are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost their last home match against Inter Miami CF 0-4. In contrast, Atlanta United has struggled significantly, managing only one win in their last ten games, with a record of 1-5-4. Their away form has been particularly poor, with an away record of 1-4 and an average of just 0.9 goals scored while allowing an average of 1.8.
Historically, this fixture has seen Cincinnati lead the series with a record of 2-1-2 against Atlanta. Their previous encounters included a 2-4 loss for Cincinnati in May 2025 and a 2-2 draw in March 2025. The current matchup added another win to Cincinnati's tally against Atlanta, demonstrating their ability to perform well at home.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges in previous matches. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, listed Cincinnati at -105 for the money line, with a spread of -0.5 and a total of 2.5. The odds for the total were set at -140 for the over and 110 for the under, indicating expectations for a moderately scoring match.
The conditions at TQL Stadium appeared favorable for soccer, contributing to a competitive atmosphere. Viewers were treated to a match where Cincinnati's home advantage was evident, as they capitalized on their scoring opportunities while maintaining a solid defensive structure against Atlanta's attempts to break through. The match concluded with a final score of 2-0, further solidifying Cincinnati's position in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CIN -105 | 2.5 o -140 / u +110 | Atlanta United FC +250 · FC Cincinnati -105 |
Leaders
- Total ShotsKévin Denkey4FC Cincinnati
- Accurate PassesBryan Ramirez45FC Cincinnati
- SavesRoman Celentano3FC Cincinnati
- Total ShotsMiguel Almirón3Atlanta United FC
- Accurate PassesMiguel Almirón36Atlanta United FC
Recent form
FC Cincinnati
Last 10: 6-3-1Streak L11.3 scored · 1.4 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W1-0vs Columbus CrewOct 27
- L4-0vs Columbus CrewNov 2
- W2-1vs Columbus CrewNov 8
- L4-0vs Inter Miami CFNov 23
- W4-0vs Universidad O&MFeb 18
Atlanta United FC
Last 10: 1-5-4Streak D10.9 scored · 1.8 allowed per game1-4 away
- D1-1vs San Diego FCSep 20
- L2-0vs New England RevolutionSep 27
- L1-0vs LAFCOct 5
- L4-0vs Inter Miami CFOct 11
- D1-1vs D.C. UnitedOct 18
Standings
| Team | Games played | Lost | Point differential | Points | Tied | Won | Rank | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville SC | 22 | 2 | +30 | 52 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 16-4-2 |
| Inter Miami CF | 22 | 4 | +15 | 42 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 12-6-4 |
| Chicago Fire FC | 21 | 6 | +11 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 11-4-6 |
| New England Revolution | 22 | 7 | +9 | 37 | 4 | 11 | 4 | 11-4-7 |
| Charlotte FC | 22 | 7 | +8 | 35 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 10-5-7 |
| FC Cincinnati | 22 | 7 | -2 | 31 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8-7-7 |
| New York City FC | 22 | 8 | +5 | 28 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7-7-8 |
| Red Bull New York | 22 | 10 | -14 | 26 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 7-5-10 |
| Orlando City SC | 22 | 11 | -17 | 25 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 7-4-11 |
| Toronto FC | 22 | 7 | -6 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 5-10-7 |
| D.C. United | 22 | 7 | -8 | 25 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 5-10-7 |
| Philadelphia Union | 22 | 10 | -5 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 6-6-10 |
| Atlanta United FC | 22 | 13 | -13 | 21 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 6-3-13 |
| CF Montréal | 22 | 11 | -16 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 14 | 5-6-11 |
| Columbus Crew | 22 | 12 | -8 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 15 | 5-5-12 |
Box score
| Stat | FC Cincinnati | Atlanta United FC |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls committed | 10 | 18 |
| Yellow cards | 1 | 2 |
| Red cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 5 | 7 |
| Won corners | 5 | 2 |
| Saves | 3 | 0 |
| Possession pct | 54.1 | 45.9 |
| Total shots | 11 | 8 |
| Shots on target | 3 | 3 |
| Shot pct | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| Penalty kick goals | 0 | 0 |
| Penalty kick shots | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate passes | 325 | 269 |
| Total passes | 400 | 348 |
| Pass pct | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Accurate crosses | 8 | 2 |
| Total crosses | 22 | 12 |
| Cross pct | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Total long balls | 57 | 40 |
| Accurate long balls | 37 | 12 |
| Longball pct | 0.6 | 0.3 |
| Blocked shots | 3 | 3 |
| Effective tackles | 9 | 12 |
| Total tackles | 16 | 21 |
| Tackle pct | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Interceptions thrown | 10 | 14 |
| Effective clearance | 22 | 29 |
| Total clearance | 22 | 29 |
Venue
- TQL StadiumCincinnati, Ohio
- Attendance25513
- OfficialsRosendo Mendoza
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