What happened: Mboma Dem started, while Denkey began on the bench. Seattle equalized in the 83rd minute to finish 1-1.
Why it matters: The result snapped Cincinnati’s four-match home MLS winning streak and left the club at 31 points. The appearance came 10 days after Cincinnati rejected Hull City’s bid for Denkey.
By the numbers: Cincinnati held 71% possession and led 17-16 in shots and 9-8 in shots on goal. The announced crowd of 25,513 marked the club’s 10th sellout of 2026.
What to watch: Cincinnati visits Nashville on Aug. 29, with Denkey’s starting status back in focus.