Nashville vs Columbus Crew Prediction 17 July 2025
πThe upcoming clash between Nashville and Columbus Crew promises to be a tense battle between two formidable teams, both eager to solidify their positions at the top of the table. Nashville, currently sitting in third place, are in impressive form, having won seven of their last ten matches. The team favors an attacking style of play, focusing on quick transitions into offense. Columbus Crew are also in good form, holding the fourth spot and displaying high scoring abilities both at home and on the road. In their previous head-to-head encounter, the teams played to a 2-2 draw, adding even more intrigue to this matchup.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 29 May 2025 and ended in a 2-2 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Columbus Crew were the home side):
- possession: 66% vs 34%;
- corners: 7 vs 3;
- fouls: 5 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 5 vs 6.
πStatistical Preview of Official Matches Between Nashville and Columbus Crew:
- 10 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 4, draws - 4;
- goals scored - 9 by Nashville, 14 by Columbus;
- average goals in the first half - 0.8, in the second half - 1.5;
- average total goals per match - 2.3.
Head-to-head statistics Nashville - Columbus Crew

Nashville Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with Inter Miami hosting Nashville. The game concluded with a 2-1 victory for the home side.
Here are the match statistics (Nashville vs Inter Miami):
- possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 0;
- fouls: 14 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 5.
Nashville currently sit third in the standings, thanks to their impressive form, having secured victories in seven of their last ten matches. On average, the team scores 1.73 goals per game while conceding just 1.14, making them one of the most balanced sides in the league. Their attacking prowess is complemented by a solid defense, as they effectively use possession to create scoring opportunities. Their recent encounter with Columbus Crew ended in a 2-2 draw, demonstrating that the "Musicians" can withstand even the strongest pressure.
Match Results: Nashville

Columbus Crew Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the MLS, where Cincinnati hosted Columbus Crew. The match concluded with a scoreline of 2-4.
Here are the game statistics (Columbus Crew vs Cincinnati):
- possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 5;
- fouls: 16 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Columbus Crew are earning recognition as one of the most consistent teams this season. The club sits in fourth place following a string of successful performances, with four wins and four draws in their last ten matches. They average 1.8 goals scored per game while conceding 1.7. On the road, the team shows an ability to adapt to the home side's style, often relying on counter-attacks to achieve their objectives.
Match Results: Columbus Crew
Latest news
Nashville
π Nashville's long unbeaten run came to an end in the last round. The club didn't falter, they simply lost to a strong opponent-Inter Miami. It's tough to compete when Lionel Messi is on the opposing team. Had the Argentine not scored twice, the team might have secured some points. The defeat is far from disastrous, as their position in the standings remains excellent.
β½οΈ From the match against Inter, let's highlight Hany Mukhtar. The German midfielder netted his 10th goal of the season, adding to his tally of 7 assists.
π The club's injury list is empty.
Columbus Crew
π Columbus are on a roll, sweeping aside all challengers. Is this momentum temporary? Time will tell. In their last match, the club triumphed over Cincinnati on the road, netting 4 goals. The team showcased incredible efficiency, with an xG barely over one. Four shots on target resulted in four goals.
β½οΈ Diego Rossi added to his season tally once again. The Uruguayan now boasts 11 goals, the best in the club.
π The team avoided any significant losses.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 10;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 1; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 1;
- Average first-half total: 0.8;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.4, while the visitors net 0.4.
First-Half Stats: Nashville (home) vs Columbus Crew (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 10;
- wins: 4 (36.36%) vs 1 (10%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 4 (40%);
- draws: 7 (63.64%) vs 5 (50%);
- Average goals scored: 1.18 vs 1.9;
- Average goals conceded: 0.18 vs 1.2.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 5;
- draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.5) vs 2.2 (scored - 1, conceded - 1.2).
- Columbus Crew conceded in the 1st half in 13 of last 15 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew conceded in the 1st half in last 8 away games (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 10;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 4, draws - 4.
Statistics: Nashville vs Columbus Crew
- matches played in the tournament: 22 vs 22;
- wins: 12 vs 11;
- win percentage: 55% vs 50%;
- losses: 5 vs 3;
- draws: 5 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 4;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 4.
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 games against Nashville (MLS).
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 31 of last 32 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew won with a +1.5 handicap in 20 of last 21 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 8 of last 9 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.9, the guests - 1.4;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.3;
- both teams scored: overall - 4; at the home team's field - 3.
Statistics: Nashville vs Columbus Crew
- average total in the tournament: 2.86 vs 3.05;
- average total goals scored: 1.73 vs 1.73;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.77 vs 0.95;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.95 vs 0.77;
- Nashville: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Columbus Crew: average total away in the tournament - 1.7;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.2 (home - 2.67) vs 1.8 (away - 1.8).
- Columbus Crew have scored in last 14 away games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew have scored in last 13 games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 10.5 (4.2 - for home team and 6.3 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 11.67 (6 - for home team and 5.67 - for away team).
Nashville: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.36; at home field - 5.64;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; at home field - 6.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.95, away - 3.7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.7; away - 3.8.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 4.8 (2.4 for home team and 2.4 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4 (2.67 for home team and 1.33 for away team).
Nashville: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.68; at home - 1.45;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.9; at home - 1.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.32, away - 1.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; away - 1.6.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 10;
- both teams scored all-time - 4 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 3 times.
Statistics: Nashville vs Columbus Crew
- number of matches played in the tournament: 22 vs 22;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 13 vs 17;
- number of BTTS matches for Nashville at home - 6 (55%);
- number of BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 9 (90%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 9;
- BTTS matches for Nashville at home - 2 (67%);
- BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 5 (100%).
- Columbus Crew have scored and conceded in 12 of last 13 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew have scored and conceded in last 9 away games (MLS).