Columbus has failed to record a victory over Cincinnati since the 2023 MLS Cup Eastern Conference final, going 0-1-2.

"The Herons have scored 2+ goals in six consecutive games, and I expect that trend to continue against FC Cincinnati, who just gave up four goals to the Columbus Crew on Saturday," Sutton said.

Cincinnati, which is now in second place in the Eastern Conference behind the Philadelphia Union, controlled most of the 45 minutes and six minutes of extra time in the first half, frequently working...