FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Stats: Head-to-head Record Before Match
FC Cincinnati II host New England II at NKU Soccer Stadium in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 26 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC. With the season well underway, this fixture carries important implications in the Eastern Conference picture and within the Northeast Division battle.
In the current 2026 standings, FC Cincinnati II sit on 14 points from 18 matches, struggling with a goal difference of -17 and no draws so far. New England II arrive in a much stronger league position, on 32 points from 17 games and firmly in the upper reaches of both the Northeast Division and Eastern Conference. Against that backdrop, this FC Cincinnati II vs New England II stats preview sets the stage for a meeting where the visitors are pushing for play-off contention while the hosts seek to stabilize their campaign.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a balanced and competitive matchup between FC Cincinnati II and New England II across their MLS Next Pro meetings so far.
- Previous meetings: 5
- FC Cincinnati II wins: 2
- Draws: 0
- New England II wins: 3
FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Timeline & Historical Context
The FC Cincinnati II vs New England II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their earliest recorded clash on 13 March 2025 in the Regular Season - 2 round. Played at Gillette Stadium, New England II took a 2-0 home victory after a goalless first half, establishing an early edge in this matchup.
Their rivalry continued at Gillette Stadium on 15 June 2025 in Regular Season - 18. On that occasion FC Cincinnati II responded strongly, winning 1-0 away after leading 1-0 at half-time. This result immediately balanced the competitive narrative, showing that the away side could also dictate terms in this fixture.
On 21 September 2025, the teams met again at NKU Soccer Stadium in Regular Season - 37. New England II went into half-time 1-0 up, but FC Cincinnati II produced a powerful second-half turnaround to win 3-1 at home. That match underlined Cincinnati’s attacking potential on their own pitch and briefly swung the historical momentum in their favour.
The 2026 MLS Next Pro Group Stage has already delivered two further meetings. On 15 March 2026 at Gillette Stadium, New England II edged a 2-1 home win, leading 1-0 at the break and holding on despite FC Cincinnati II’s second-half response. Then, on 7 June 2026 at NKU Soccer Stadium, New England II again prevailed, this time 1-0 away after a 0-0 first half. Taken together, these 2026 results show New England II reasserting control in the rivalry, winning both home and away. Overall, the FC Cincinnati II vs New England II timeline reflects a series of tight, competitive matches where home advantage has mattered but has not been decisive.
FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall head-to-head numbers highlight how narrow the margins have been, with New England II holding a slight edge in both results and goals.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: FC Cincinnati II 5 - 6 New England II
- Average Goals per Match: FC Cincinnati II 1.00 vs New England II 1.20
Venue Split Performance:
- At NKU Soccer Stadium: 3 matches played here — FC Cincinnati II won 1 (as home side), New England II won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Gillette Stadium: 2 matches played here — New England II won 2 (as home side), FC Cincinnati II won 1 (as away side), 0 draws
FC Cincinnati II vs New England II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the FC Cincinnati II vs New England II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 7 June 2026: FC Cincinnati II 0-1 New England II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 15 March 2026: New England II 2-1 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 21 September 2025: FC Cincinnati II 3-1 New England II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37
- 15 June 2025: New England II 0-1 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18
- 13 March 2025: New England II 2-0 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 2
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 FC Cincinnati II Matches Results and Stats
For FC Cincinnati II, the broader 2026 season to date underlines why this home fixture is so significant. Across 18 league matches, they have 5 wins, 0 draws and 13 losses, with 17 goals scored and 34 conceded. At home they have been far more competitive, winning 5 of 10 and scoring 14 goals while conceding 13, which suggests NKU Soccer Stadium offers them a realistic platform to challenge stronger opponents. Offensively, they average 1.5 goals per home game but only 0.4 away, and defensively they are much tighter at home (1.3 conceded per match) than on their travels. However, the lack of draws and a longest losing streak of 6 underline their volatility and vulnerability when matches turn against them.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 5, Draw 0, Lose 13 (season to date)
Last 5 New England II Matches Results and Stats
New England II arrive with a far more convincing season profile. In 17 league fixtures they have 11 wins, 0 draws and 6 defeats, scoring 26 and conceding 22. Their attack has been consistent both home and away, averaging 1.5 goals per game in each setting. Defensively, they concede 1.5 per match at home but only 1.0 away, indicating a relatively solid away structure. A longest winning streak of 6 matches and 5 clean sheets overall show their capacity to control games and close opponents out, while failing to score only twice all season highlights a reliable attacking output. With 4 wins from 6 away fixtures, their travelling record is a clear strength heading into NKU Soccer Stadium.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 11, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
Looking at the combined picture of head-to-head history and 2026 league form, New England II hold the statistical upper hand. They lead the direct series 3 wins to 2, have scored slightly more across the FC Cincinnati II vs New England II stats (6 goals to 5), and have already won both meetings in the current Group Stage, including a 1-0 victory at NKU Soccer Stadium. The venue split shows that while FC Cincinnati II are capable at home, New England II have proven they can win both as hosts and visitors in this matchup. Season to date, New England II’s stronger points tally, better goal difference, and superior away record contrast with Cincinnati’s inconsistent campaign and negative goal balance. History points to a competitive fixture with relatively tight scorelines, but the trends lean marginally towards New England II having the edge going into this encounter.
FC Cincinnati II vs New England II H2H Statistics updated on 21 July 2026.
