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Cincinnati takes on D.C. United in Eastern Conference action

Evander leads MLS’s second-ranked scoring team with 13 goals as Cincinnati looks to strengthen its Eastern Conference position.

  • FC Cincinnati hosts D.C. United at TQL Stadium on Saturday in their first meeting of the season, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. EDT.
  • Cincinnati holds fifth place in the Eastern Conference with 31 points, while D.C. United sits tied for ninth with 25 points, making playoff positioning the backdrop for Saturday's matchup.
  • Evander leads Cincinnati's second-ranked scoring offense with 13 goals and 11 assists, while 37-year-old D.C. goalkeeper Sean Johnson anchors a defense that has conceded 36 goals this season.
  • Head coach Pat Noonan confirmed midfielder Samuel Gidi remains in concussion protocol, while new defensive signings Julian Malatini and David Doudera await P-1 visas and D.C. forward Tai Baribo is sidelined with a knee injury.
  • United holds a 6-4-4 all-time lead against the Orange and Blue, though Cincy has struggled at home with a 1-4-3 record in this series.
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Cincinnati takes on D.C. United in Eastern Conference action

Cincinnati and D.C. United meet in conference action.

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