Saint Louis vs Columbus Crew Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 13 April 2025
πAn exciting MLS clash is on the horizon as St. Louis City host Columbus Crew. The teams display contrasting forms: the hosts struggle with scoring, while the visitors consistently find the net on the road. Columbus sit atop the table and showcase excellent form, while St. Louis fight to improve their standings. The coaches will approach the match with different strategies-one focusing on defense, the other on aggressive attack. This game promises to be a genuine test for both sides.
Head-to-Head
π Officially, St. Louis City and Columbus Crew have faced off just once. The match took place on 24 July 2023 at Columbus Crew's home ground and ended with a 2-1 scoreline.
Head-to-head statistics Saint Louis - Columbus Crew
Saint Louis City Team Overview
St. Louis City find themselves mid-table, seeking consistency in their performances. The team struggles offensively, averaging just 0.57 goals per match, highlighting issues in creating chances in front of goal. However, their defense appears more solid, with the same average of 0.57 goals conceded. In their last five matches, they have secured two wins and suffered three defeats, making the upcoming game crucial to improve their standing in the league.
π Three consecutive losses. That's the current streak for the team. Failing to score raises many questions. The quality of football has been poor, although the opponents were well-organized. It's fair to say St. Louis have been unlucky with their schedule.
β½οΈ No player has scored more than one goal in the tournament. There's plenty of room for improvement.
π Two key defenders are injured: Thomas Totland and Jannes-Kilian Horn. Without them, the team significantly loses defensive strength.
Match Results: Saint Louis City
Columbus Crew Team Overview
The Columbus Crew head into this match riding a seven-game unbeaten streak, sitting at the top of the league thanks to their confident performances both home and away. The team boasts a high scoring rate, averaging 1.43 goals per match. They display solid defensive organization, conceding an average of just 0.71 goals per game. Their style is marked by aggressive pressing and quick transitions from defense to attack, enabling them to effectively challenge many opponents.
π Defense remains an area for improvement. The team occasionally allows unforgivable lapses in their own half. So far, they haven't faced any strong adversaries, but a longer stretch will test their true standing in the table.
β½οΈ Diego Rossi leads the team in scoring with four goals.
π Darlington Nagbe is sidelined with an injury. As a key midfielder, his absence hasn't been detrimental as he has been adequately replaced. We look forward to his return.
Match Results: Columbus Crew
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 1;
- home team wins - 0, away team wins - 1, draws - 0.
Statistics: Saint Louis City vs Columbus Crew
- number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- number of wins: 2 vs 4;
- win percentage: 29% vs 57%;
- number of losses: 3 vs 0;
- number of draws: 2 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 3 vs 5;
- number of losses: 5 vs 2;
- number of draws: 2 vs 3.
- Columbus Crew have not lost in 9 of last 10 games.
- Columbus Crew have not lost in their last 8 games (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1, the guests - 2;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 1; at the home team's field - 0.
Statistics: Saint Louis City vs Columbus Crew
- average total in the tournament: 1.14 vs 2.14;
- average total goals scored: 0.57 vs 1.43;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.29 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.29 vs 0.43;
- Saint Louis City: average total at home in the tournament - 0.33;
- Columbus Crew: average total away in the tournament - 1.33;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.8 (home - 1) vs 1.4 (away - 1.2).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 7 Saint Louis City games (MLS).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 8 Columbus Crew games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 6 Columbus Crew games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
Saint Louis City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.5; at home field - 5.75.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.86, away - 3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.3; away - 3.8.
- Under 9.5 corners in 7 of last 8 Columbus Crew away games (MLS).
Prediction on cards
Saint Louis City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.43; at home - 1.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; at home - 1.5.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.14, away - 1.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1; away - 1.4.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 1;
- both teams scored all-time - 1 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 0 times.
Statistics: Saint Louis City vs Columbus Crew
- number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 0 vs 4;
- number of BTTS matches for Saint Louis City at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 2 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 1 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Saint Louis City at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 3 (60%).
Editors' Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and statistical trends from recent matches, a low-scoring performance from the home side is anticipated, with a high likelihood of the visitors finding the net. St. Louis are struggling significantly in attack, and it's unlikely this will change in this match, as trends suggest the same outcome. Columbus need only exert about 30% effort to neutralize the attacking threat of their opponents. Therefore, our bet is on St. Louis's individual total being under 1.5 goals.
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