Looks like we've got a tango between FC Cincinnati and Austin FC on our hands today, soccer fans. Should make for an interesting spectacle, like watching two cats fight over the last piece of salmon at a sushi bar.
In goal for Austin FC, we've got the agile Brad Stuver who pulls a 7.18 rating and 19 saves under his belt. Impressive, huh? Squaring off against him is Roman Celentano the guardian of FC Cincinnati's goal with a 7.05 rating and 11 saves.
Going forward, Austin FC is showing some potential threats with Daniel Pereira (7.03 rating), and Brandon Vázquez (6.93 rating), both boasting a goal apiece. Don't be fooled by Jon Gallagher's zero-goal tally, his 87.5% accurate passing may just unlock a surprise or two today.
On the other side, FC Cincinnati is showcasing their own firepower. Evander, their top man with a 7.90 rating and 2 goals, isn't someone to be taken lightly. Miles Robinson (7.47 rating) and Luca Orellano (7.40) add depth to that strong lineup, despite their nonexistence on the goal charts.
FC Cincinnati's secret weapon, Kévin Denkey is an anomaly. Seems like he practices shooting more than his speeches, as he has 3 goals to his name.
Don't let the regular season records fool you. Austin FC (5-1-5) and FC Cincinnati (7-1-3) might look pretty close, but when you check out the recent results, you see FC Cincinnati has a better run.
Austin's recent form leaves much to be desired, considering their recent losses. FC Cincinnati's recent form? Pretty much the opposite with huge wins over Sporting Kansas City and Chicago Fire. They might just be the cat with that last piece of salmon after all.
Taking all this into consideration, my sixth sense - and no, it's not the one that sees dead people - gives me a hunch, and no, it's not gas.
Here's the prediction:
Albert’s Prediction: FC Cincinnati by 1