FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew preview and prediction
The match
The Major League Soccer sees FC Cincinnati take on Columbus Crew on Monday 19 October, kicking off at 00:00 (WAT) at TQL Stadium. FC Cincinnati are 9th with 46 points from 34 games (in the bottom half), while Columbus Crew sit 7th on 47 points (in the top half). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
FC Cincinnati's last 5: LWLDD Most recently they lost to New England Revolution 2–3 at home. They average 1.8 scored and 2.8 conceded.
Columbus Crew's last 5: WLWWW Most recently they beat Charlotte 3–1 at home. They average 1.8 scored and 1.2 conceded.
Columbus Crew arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.0 points a game against 0.8.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 26 July 2026, finished Columbus Crew 2–1 FC Cincinnati.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.8 goals: 1.9 for FC Cincinnati and 1.9 for Columbus Crew. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 74% and both teams to score at 70%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: FC Cincinnati 38%, draw 21%, Columbus Crew 40%.
Both teams to score: yes (70%) at 1.35.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 70% chance at odds of 1.35. Predicted score: FC Cincinnati 1–1 Columbus Crew. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
FC Cincinnati38%fair 2.60 · @2.25
Draw21%fair 4.66 · @3.60
Columbus Crew40%fair 2.50 · @2.62
3.84Expected goals
1.90FC Cincinnati xG
1.94Columbus Crew xG
70%Both score
74%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–18%
1–28%
2–18%
2–27%
1–35%
3–15%
From our goals model: FC Cincinnati 1.9 – 1.9 Columbus Crew expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 70% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.35.
Who will win FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew?
On our numbers FC Cincinnati have a 38% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Columbus Crew 40%.
How many goals will there be in FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew?
We expect about 3.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 74% likely and both teams score 70% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew?
Our predicted score is FC Cincinnati 1–1 Columbus Crew, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.8 goals in total.
When is FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew?
FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew (Major League Soccer) kicks off on Monday 19 October 2026 at 00:00 (West Africa Time) at TQL Stadium.
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.
