FC Cincinnati

FC Cincinnati qualified for the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup as the second-best club in the 2025 MLS Supporters’ Shield standings. This will be its third appearance in the Champions Cup. It reached the Round of 16 in its last participation in the tournament.

Champions Cup Appearances: 3 (2024, 2025, 2026)

Record: GP-8 W-3 D-2 L-3 GF-14 GA-9

Best finish: Round of 16 (2024, 2025)

Top scorers: Pavel Bucha (3), Ahoueke Denkey (2), Evander da Silva (2).

Most saves (since 2008/09): Roman Celentano (23), Evan Louro (3).

Most assists (since 2008/09): Bret Halsey (3).