MLS
Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 - 00:15 (UK Time)
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Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati Prediction & Stats - MLS 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati carries real history into this round of the MLS.
The two sides meet on 26/07 (Sunday) at , 00:15 (UK time).
Read the Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Columbus Crew Win
Last updated on 22-07-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Columbus Crew the side to beat, with roughly 53% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all MLS odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Columbus Crew Preview
Columbus Crew reach this fixture 15 match into their MLS. Here is where The Crew stand:
In this competition
4 won, 4 drawn, 7 lost
1.07 points per game
21 scored, at 1.4 a game
23 conceded, at 1.53 a game
The Crew, season-wide
4 won, 4 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Diego Rossi, 6 goals
Most assists: Maximilian Arfsten, 4 assists
Recent results — Columbus Crew
22/07/2026 19:30
24/05/2026 17:00
16/05/2026 19:30
13/05/2026 19:30
10/05/2026 16:30
FC Cincinnati: how they are travelling
FC Cincinnati come in 15 matches into their MLS.
Here is what Orange and Blue have produced:
In this competition
5 won, 5 drawn, 5 lost
1.33 points per game
36 scored, at 2.4 a game
37 conceded, at 2.47 a game
Orange and Blue, season-wide
6 won, 5 drawn, 5 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Ahoueke Denkey, 10 goals
Most assists: Evander, 7 assists
Recent results — Orange and Blue
22/07/2026 19:30
23/05/2026 19:30
16/05/2026 21:30
13/05/2026 19:30
09/05/2026 19:30
The head-to-head favours Columbus Crew
Recent meetings have tended to go Columbus Crew's way against FC Cincinnati.
From 20 match(es):
Columbus Crew: 9 win(s)
FC Cincinnati: 5 win(s)
Drawn: 6
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati prediction.
Form comparison Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
D
L
L
|
1 |
| Home |
L
W
L
W
W
|
1.38 |
| Away |
D
L
L
L
W
|
0.63 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 38% | 13% |
| Goals | 2.94 | 2.25 | 3.63 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.25 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.56 | 1 | 2.13 |
| Both Teams to Score | 69% | 50% | 88% |
| Without Conceding | 19% | 38% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 25% | 13% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.42 | 1.47 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 1.05 | 1.28 |
Away Team
FC Cincinnati
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
D
L
D
|
1.44 |
| Home |
W
W
L
W
D
|
2 |
| Away |
D
D
W
D
D
|
0.88 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 63% | 13% |
| Goals | 5 | 5.13 | 4.88 |
| Scored | 2.5 | 3 | 2 |
| Conceded | 2.5 | 2.13 | 2.88 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 63% | 88% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 13% | 13% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.52 | 1.61 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
1.86 | 1.77 | 1.95 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Under 9.5 Corners
We expect few corners in Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati, as neither team has generated many this season.
We recommend betting on under 9.5 corners, meaning the match must have 9 or fewer total corners for the bet to win.
👉 Prediction: Columbus Crew to Win the First Half
Our top pick for Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati is Columbus Crew to take the lead by halftime.
Half-time bets often provide better odds than the 1x2 market, and with Columbus Crew’s record of fast starts at home, this pick can be rewarding.
Fixture information - Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati
Match: Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati
Competition: MLS
Date: Sunday, 26/07/2026
Kick-off: 00:15 (UK time)
Venue:
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Stats
The statistics for The Massive vs FC Cincinnati that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.57
League: 3.3
Both Teams to Score
69%
League: 62%
Over 1.5+
82%
League: 82%
Over 2.5+
57%
League: 63%
Cards
4.63
League: 4.44
Corners
9
League: 9.95
Home Team
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
D
L
L
|
1 |
| Home |
L
W
L
W
W
|
1.38 |
| Away |
D
L
L
L
W
|
0.63 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 38% | 13% |
| Goals | 2.94 | 2.25 | 3.63 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.25 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.56 | 1 | 2.13 |
| Both Teams to Score | 69% | 50% | 88% |
| Without Conceding | 19% | 38% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 25% | 13% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.42 | 1.47 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 1.05 | 1.28 |
Away Team
FC Cincinnati
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
D
L
D
|
1.44 |
| Home |
W
W
L
W
D
|
2 |
| Away |
D
D
W
D
D
|
0.88 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 63% | 13% |
| Goals | 5 | 5.13 | 4.88 |
| Scored | 2.5 | 3 | 2 |
| Conceded | 2.5 | 2.13 | 2.88 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 63% | 88% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 13% | 13% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.52 | 1.61 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
1.86 | 1.77 | 1.95 |
Corners
8.88 / Match
+7% Corners / Match
FC Cincinnati received +7% more corners than Columbus Crew in the MLS
9.5 / Match
New York City
(3)
Atlanta United FC
(2)
Philadelphia Union
(4)
New York RB
(2)
New York City
(8)
Minnesota United
(4)
Philadelphia Union
(2)(1)
Vancouver Whitecaps
(6)
Orlando City
(2)
San Diego
(1)
Inter Miami
(4)
Charlotte
(1)
Chicago Fire
(4)
New York RB
Cards
1.56 / Match
+76% Cards / Match
FC Cincinnati received +76% more cards than Columbus Crew in the MLS
2.75 / Match
New York City
(3)
Atlanta United FC
(2)
Philadelphia Union
(1)
New York RB
(2)
New York City
(1)
Minnesota United
(2)
Philadelphia Union
(1)(1)
Vancouver Whitecaps
(2)
Orlando City
(3)
San Diego
(2)
Inter Miami
(4)
Charlotte
(2)
Chicago Fire
(1)
New York RB
Goals Scored
1.38 / Match
+81%
FC Cincinnati is +81% better in terms of goals scored
2.5 / Match
New York City
(1)
Atlanta United FC
(2)
Philadelphia Union
(1)
New York RB
(2)
New York City
(0)
Minnesota United
(2)
Philadelphia Union
(2)(4)
Vancouver Whitecaps
(6)
Orlando City
(3)
San Diego
(3)
Inter Miami
(2)
Charlotte
(3)
Chicago Fire
(2)
New York RB
Goals Conceded
1.56 / Match
+38%
FC Cincinnati condeded +38% more goals than Columbus Crew
2.5 / Match
New York City
(2)
Atlanta United FC
(0)
Philadelphia Union
(1)
New York RB
(3)
New York City
(3)
Minnesota United
(3)
Philadelphia Union
(0)(3)
Vancouver Whitecaps
(2)
Orlando City
(3)
San Diego
(5)
Inter Miami
(2)
Charlotte
(2)
Chicago Fire
(0)
New York RB
MLS Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Nashville SC
|
16 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 33 | 11 | 22 | 39 | 2.44 |
| 2 |
Inter Miami
|
16 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 42 | 30 | 12 | 34 | 2.13 |
| 3 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
|
15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 37 | 16 | 21 | 32 | 2.13 |
| 4 |
SJ Earthquakes
|
16 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 34 | 19 | 15 | 32 | 2 |
| 5 |
Los Angeles FC
|
17 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 30 | 18 | 12 | 30 | 1.76 |
| 6 |
Chicago Fire
|
15 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 19 | 10 | 26 | 1.73 |
| 7 |
New England Revolution
|
15 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 22 | 18 | 4 | 26 | 1.73 |
| 8 |
FC Dallas
|
16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 32 | 24 | 8 | 26 | 1.63 |
| 9 |
Real Salt Lake
|
15 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 27 | 22 | 5 | 26 | 1.73 |
| 10 |
Seattle Sounders
|
15 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 19 | 19 | 0 | 24 | 1.6 |
| 11 |
FC Cincinnati
|
16 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 40 | 40 | 0 | 23 | 1.44 |
| 12 |
Houston Dynamo
|
15 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 20 | 24 | -4 | 23 | 1.53 |
| 13 |
New York RB
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 26 | 35 | -9 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 14 |
Charlotte
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 26 | 25 | 1 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 15 |
St. Louis City
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 22 | 23 | -1 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 16 |
Minnesota United
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 19 | 24 | -5 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 17 |
New York City
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 27 | 22 | 5 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 18 |
LA Galaxy
|
17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 23 | 28 | -5 | 20 | 1.18 |
| 19 |
Colorado Rapids
|
16 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 26 | 24 | 2 | 19 | 1.19 |
| 20 |
DC United
|
16 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 22 | 26 | -4 | 19 | 1.19 |
| 21 |
Portland Timbers
|
16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 29 | 31 | -2 | 18 | 1.13 |
| 22 |
Austin
|
16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 22 | 32 | -10 | 17 | 1.06 |
| 23 |
Orlando City
|
16 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 27 | 44 | -17 | 17 | 1.06 |
| 24 |
San Diego
|
16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 30 | 28 | 2 | 17 | 1.06 |
| 25 |
Columbus Crew
|
16 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 22 | 25 | -3 | 16 | 1 |
| 26 |
Toronto
|
16 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 22 | 29 | -7 | 16 | 1 |
| 27 |
Montreal Impact
|
16 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 22 | 32 | -10 | 15 | 0.94 |
| 28 |
Sporting KC
|
16 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 40 | -22 | 14 | 0.88 |
| 29 |
Atlanta United FC
|
16 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 16 | 26 | -10 | 12 | 0.75 |
| 30 |
Philadelphia Union
|
16 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 21 | 31 | -10 | 10 | 0.63 |
Odds
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