Сincinnati vs Columbus Crew Prediction 13 July 2025
🔊The clash between Cincinnati and Columbus Crew promises to be intense, as both teams are in good form. League leaders Cincinnati continue to hold the top spot in the standings, thanks to their impressive attack. They average 1.57 goals per match and aim to solidify their lead. Meanwhile, Columbus Crew are a formidable opponent on the road, rarely losing away games, which makes them a threat to any club. The tactical battle between these rivals adds intrigue: who will prove more resilient under pressure? Both clubs will be eager to showcase their full potential in this matchup.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 17 May 2025 and ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Columbus Crew were the home side):
- possession: 68% vs 32%;
- corners: 8 vs 8;
- fouls: 9 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Cincinnati and Columbus Crew:
- 18 matches played;
- home wins - 4, away wins - 8, draws - 6;
- goals scored - 20 versus 35;
- average total in the first half - 1.5, second half - 1.56;
- average total goals per match - 3.06.
Head-to-head statistics Сincinnati - Columbus Crew
Cincinnati Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with Cincinnati hosting Chicago Fire. The match ended with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Cincinnati vs. Chicago Fire):
- possession percentage: 47% vs. 53%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs. 10;
- fouls: 8 vs. 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs. 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs. 5.
Cincinnati are confidently leading the championship thanks to their attacking prowess and consistent form. They have clinched victory in 13 out of 21 matches, suffering defeat only five times. Their average scoring rate stands at 1.57 goals per game, while conceding about 1.29 goals to opponents per match. Defense could be their Achilles' heel, as evidenced by their recent games where they have allowed an average of 1.4 goals. The last head-to-head clash with Columbus Crew ended in a 1-1 draw, highlighting the balance on the field.
Match Results: Cincinnati
Columbus Crew Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the MLS, where they faced Seattle Sounders away. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here's the match statistics (Columbus Crew vs Seattle Sounders):
- possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corners: 2 vs 2;
- fouls: 10 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
Columbus Crew continue to be one of the league's strongest teams, largely due to their resilient away form-they have suffered just three losses in 21 matches on the road. Their playing style is built on solid defense and swift counterattacks, often leading to success: the team scores an average of 1.62 goals per game while conceding around 1.29 goals per match. This is an impressive balance between offense and defense.
Match Results: Columbus Crew
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Cincinnati
📝 Four consecutive victories highlight the team's impressive form. However, it's worth noting that they've conceded goals in three of those matches, which could be a concerning sign. Cincinnati continue to excel thanks to their smart attacking play, but their defense still lacks competence, occasionally making foolish errors. With the playoffs approaching, they need to address this issue to avoid an early exit.
⚽️ It's hard to overstate Evander's impact on the club's performance. The Brazilian is showcasing phenomenal play in midfield, boasting 12 goals and 8 assists. He seems to enhance his stats with every match.
💊 Only rotation players are sidelined with injuries. Nothing stands in the way of continuing to deliver top-notch football.
Columbus Crew
📝 Columbus are unbeaten in their last four matches, having recently drawn against the Seattle Sounders on the road, where the opponent is particularly strong. There weren't many chances, but the team once again demonstrated excellent balance, preventing Seattle's attack from gaining momentum. While they could improve their finishing, it's not a critical issue. Columbus pose a genuine threat in the playoffs.
⚽️ Diego Rossi found the back of the net in their last outing. The forward had been quiet for a couple of games. Welcome back.
💊 All key players are healthy.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 18;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.5;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.67, while the visitors net 0.83.
First-Half Stats: Cincinnati (home) vs Columbus Crew (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 9;
- wins: 4 (44.44%) vs 1 (11.11%);
- losses: 1 (11.11%) vs 4 (44.44%);
- draws: 4 (44.44%) vs 4 (44.44%);
- Average goals scored: 0.89 vs 1.67;
- Average goals conceded: 0.22 vs 1.11.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 8 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 6;
- draws: 0 vs 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.4 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.4) vs 1.9 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 1.1).
- Cincinnati scored in the 1st half in 9 of last 10 games (MLS).
- Cincinnati scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew conceded in the 1st half in 12 of last 14 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew conceded in the 1st half in last 7 away games (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 18;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 8, draws - 6.
Statistics: Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew
- matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- wins: 13 vs 10;
- win percentage: 62% vs 48%;
- losses: 5 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 5.
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in last 10 away games against Cincinnati.
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 30 of last 31 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 19 of last 20 games.
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 18 of last 19 away games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.11, the guests - 1.94;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.06;
- both teams scored: overall - 10; at the home team's field - 6.
Statistics: Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew
- average total in the tournament: 2.86 vs 2.9;
- average total goals scored: 1.57 vs 1.62;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.71 vs 0.9;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.86 vs 0.71;
- Cincinnati: average total at home in the tournament - 1.78;
- Columbus Crew: average total away in the tournament - 1.44;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 2) vs 1.6 (away - 1.4).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Cincinnati games (MLS).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Cincinnati home games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
Cincinnati: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.57; at home field - 5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 5.75.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5, away - 3.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 4.
- Columbus Crew have taken over 3.5 corners in last 6 games against Cincinnati (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.34 (2.17 for home team and 2.17 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.45 (2.56 for home team and 1.89 for away team).
Cincinnati: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2; at home - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; at home - 1.75.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.19, away - 1.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.2; away - 1.2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 18;
- both teams scored all-time - 10 times;
- on the home team’s field - 6 times.
Statistics: Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew
- number of matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 13 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Cincinnati at home - 6 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 8 (89%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 8 vs 9;
- BTTS matches for Cincinnati at home - 4 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 5 (100%).
- Cincinnati have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 games (MLS).
- Cincinnati have scored and conceded in last 5 home games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew have scored and conceded in 11 of last 12 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew have scored and conceded in last 8 away games (MLS).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams, we can anticipate an action-packed match with plenty of chances, especially given the high scoring rates of both the hosts and the visitors. Both sides frequently engage in high-scoring encounters, making a bet on both teams to score a reasonable prediction. This trend is evident in nearly all recent games for Cincinnati, and Columbus are not exactly flawless in defense either.No comments
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