Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II preview and prediction
The match
Columbus Crew II host New York RB II in the MLS Next Pro on Saturday 8 August, with kick-off at 23:00 (WAT) at Historic Crew Stadium. Columbus Crew II are 4th with 48 points from 28 games (in the top four), while New York RB II sit 8th on 46 points (in the top half). Only 2 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Columbus Crew II's last 5: LWDDW Most recently they lost to Connecticut FC 1–2 away. They average 1.8 scored and 1.3 conceded.
New York RB II's last 5: LLLLD Most recently they lost to New England II 1–4 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 2.3 conceded.
Columbus Crew II arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.8 points a game against 0.7.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.7 goals: 1.9 for Columbus Crew II and 1.8 for New York RB II. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 72% likely and both teams score in 71% of our simulations. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Columbus Crew II 41%, draw 22%, New York RB II 37%.
Both teams to score: yes (71%) at 1.30.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 71% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Columbus Crew II 1–1 New York RB II. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Columbus Crew II41%fair 2.47 · @2.60
Draw22%fair 4.45 · @3.40
New York RB II37%fair 2.70 · @2.25
3.73Expected goals
1.91Columbus Crew II xG
1.82New York RB II xG
71%Both score
72%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–18%
2–18%
1–28%
2–27%
3–15%
3–25%
From our goals model: Columbus Crew II 1.9 – 1.8 New York RB II expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Every market, with fair odds
Market
Most likely
Chance
Fair odds
Bookmaker
Match result
Columbus Crew II to win✗
41%
2.47
2.60 ▲
Double chance
Either team to win✓
78%
1.29
1.25
Both teams to score
Both teams to score✓
71%
1.41
1.30
Over/under 1.5 goals
Over 1.5 goals✓
89%
1.13
–
Over/under 2.5 goals
Over 2.5 goals✓
72%
1.39
–
Over/under 3.5 goals
Over 3.5 goals✗
51%
1.95
–
Half-time result
Level at half-time✗
35%
2.87
–
Half-time / full-time
HT Columbus Crew II / FT Columbus Crew II✗
25%
4.00
–
Correct score
Correct score 2–1✗
8%
12.56
–
Form
Columbus Crew II – last 6
LWDDWW
26 Jul
@ Connecticut FC
1–2
L
18 Jul
vs Philadelphia Union II
2–0
W
16 Jul
@ New England II
2–2
D
29 Jun
@ Orlando City II
2–2
D
21 Jun
vs Atlanta United II
3–2
W
14 Jun
@ FC Cincinnati II
1–0
W
1.8Scored / game
1.3Conceded / game
67%Both scored
67%Over 2.5
New York RB II – last 6
LLLLDW
2 Aug
vs New England II
1–4
L
25 Jul
vs Crown Legacy
0–3
L
19 Jul
@ Connecticut FC
1–2
L
12 Jul
@ Chicago Fire II
0–3
L
5 Jul
@ FC Cincinnati II
2–2
D
29 Jun
vs Philadelphia Union II
5–0
W
1.5Scored / game
2.3Conceded / game
50%Both scored
100%Over 2.5
Head to head
No previous meetings on record between Columbus Crew II and New York RB II.
What is the prediction for Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II?
On our numbers Columbus Crew II have a 41% chance of winning, the draw 22% and New York RB II 37%.
How many goals will there be in Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II?
We expect about 3.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 72% likely and both teams score 71% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II?
Our predicted score is Columbus Crew II 1–1 New York RB II, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.7 goals in total.
When is Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II?
Columbus Crew II vs New York RB II (MLS Next Pro) kicks off on Saturday 8 August 2026 at 23:00 (West Africa Time) at Historic Crew 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.
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