Cincinnati will be attempting to put an end to seven consecutive games without a victory, and will really need to make their home advantage count against a Philadelphia side that are in fine form having put six past Houston Dynamo last time out. 1:3
Ronald Matarrita faces up to six months on the sidelines after undergoing ankle surgery for an injury he picked up during Costa Rica's win against Canada. Nicholas Markanich is unavailable for selection following a concussion. Kenneth Vermeer is also ruled out due to a torn pectoral muscle, while new signing Sergio Santos is a doubt. Philadelphia have a full roster to choose from.
FC Cincinnati have drawn their last 4 home matches (Major League Soccer). Philadelphia have won their last 5 matches (Major League Soccer). There have been under 2.5 goals scored in 5 of Philadelphia's last 6 away games (Major League Soccer). Philadelphia are undefeated in their last 7 matches against FC Cincinnati in all competitions.