Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls prediction & analysis
82%
Footrivo pick
Columbus Crew or draw
Very strong pick · fair odds 1.23 · bookmaker 1.25 · Lost ✗
9/10Rating
1.25Odds
Quick tips for this match
ResultColumbus Crew to win ✗59% · @1.75
Double chanceColumbus Crew or draw ✗82% · @1.25
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✗65% · @1.40
GoalsOver 1.5 goals ✗84% · fair 1.20
Correct scoreCorrect score 2–1 ✗10% · fair 10.16
Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls preview and prediction
The match
Columbus Crew host New York Red Bulls in the Major League Soccer on Sunday 13 September, with kick-off at 00:30 (WAT) at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. Columbus Crew are 7th with 47 points from 34 games (in the top half), while New York Red Bulls sit 10th on 42 points (in the bottom half).
Form guide
Columbus Crew's last 5: LWLLL Most recently they lost to DC United 1–2 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.3 scored and 2.0 conceded.
New York Red Bulls's last 5: LDLDL Most recently they lost to Los Angeles FC 0–2 away. On the road they have won 0 and lost 2 of their last 3. Goals have dried up – just 0.5 per game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 14 May 2026, finished New York Red Bulls 3–2 Columbus Crew.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.3 goals: 2.1 for Columbus Crew and 1.1 for New York Red Bulls. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 63% and both teams to score at 65%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Columbus Crew 59%, draw 23%, New York Red Bulls 18%.
Safer route: Columbus Crew or draw (82%) at 1.25.
Both teams to score: yes (65%) at 1.40.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Columbus Crew or draw – a 82% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Columbus Crew 2–1 New York Red Bulls. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Columbus Crew59%fair 1.70 · @1.75
Draw23%fair 4.43 · @3.90
New York Red Bulls18%fair 5.42 · @3.80
3.25Expected goals
2.12Columbus Crew xG
1.13New York Red Bulls xG
65%Both score
63%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–110%
1–19%
2–09%
1–08%
3–17%
3–06%
From our goals model: Columbus Crew 2.1 – 1.1 New York Red Bulls expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls?
Our pick is Columbus Crew or draw with a 82% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls?
On our numbers Columbus Crew have a 59% chance of winning, the draw 23% and New York Red Bulls 18%.
How many goals will there be in Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls?
We expect about 3.3 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 63% likely and both teams score 65% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls?
Our predicted score is Columbus Crew 2–1 New York Red Bulls, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.3 goals in total.
When is Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls?
Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls (Major League Soccer) kicks off on Sunday 13 September 2026 at 00:30 (West Africa Time) at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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