Columbus Crew host DC United in the Major League Soccer on Saturday 31 October, with kick-off at 19:00 (WAT) at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. Columbus Crew are 7th with 47 points from 34 games (in the top half), while DC United sit 14th on 33 points (in the bottom three). A gap of 14 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Columbus Crew's last 5: WWDWW Most recently they beat FC Dallas 2–0 away. At home they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. Goals have not been a problem: 2.2 per game. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
DC United's last 5: LLLLW Most recently they lost to Toronto FC 1–2 away. On the road they have won 0 and lost 4 of their last 4. Goals have dried up – just 0.8 per game.
Columbus Crew arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.2 points a game against 0.5.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 10 September 2026, finished DC United 2–1 Columbus Crew.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.1 goals: 2.3 for Columbus Crew and 0.8 for DC United. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 59% and both teams to score at 58%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Columbus Crew 69%, draw 22%, DC United 9%.
Both teams to score: yes (58%) at 1.57.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Columbus Crew to win – a 69% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Columbus Crew 2–0 DC United. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Columbus Crew69%fair 1.45 · @1.30
Draw22%fair 4.48 · @5.00
DC United9%fair 11.63 · @7.00
3.08Expected goals
2.30Columbus Crew xG
0.78DC United xG
58%Both score
59%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–012%
1–011%
2–19%
3–09%
1–18%
3–17%
From our goals model: Columbus Crew 2.3 – 0.8 DC United expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Columbus Crew vs DC United?
Our pick is Columbus Crew to win with a 69% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Columbus Crew vs DC United?
On our numbers Columbus Crew have a 69% chance of winning, the draw 22% and DC United 9%.
How many goals will there be in Columbus Crew vs DC United?
We expect about 3.1 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 59% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Columbus Crew vs DC United?
Our predicted score is Columbus Crew 2–0 DC United, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.1 goals in total.
When is Columbus Crew vs DC United?
Columbus Crew vs DC United (Major League Soccer) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 19:00 (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.