Charlotte vs Columbus Crew Prediction 24 May 2025
🔊Charlotte and Columbus Crew are set to clash in a matchup that promises plenty of intrigue. Charlotte are going through a tough spell, having lost their last five matches, yet they have managed to score in each of those recent encounters. On the other hand, Columbus Crew have been showcasing solid performances, suffering minimal setbacks and remaining unbeaten in most of their recent games. Both teams are eager to climb the standings, adding extra motivation to this fixture. An open game with a focus on attack is anticipated.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 03 May 2025 and ended with a 4-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Columbus Crew were the home side):
- possession percentage: 58% vs 42%;
- corners: 9 vs 3;
- fouls: 10 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 11 vs 3.
📊Analytical review of previous official games between Charlotte and Columbus Crew:
- 10 matches played;
- wins for the home team - 2, wins for the visitors - 2, draws - 6;
- goals scored (home/away) - 13 to 14;
- average total goals per match - 2.7.
Head-to-head statistics Charlotte - Columbus Crew
Charlotte Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the U.S. Open Cup, featuring D.C. United as the home team and Charlotte as the visitors. The match ended in a 3-3 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Charlotte vs D.C. United):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 6;
- fouls: 16 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 8 vs 8.
Charlotte are not in the best form right now, having suffered five consecutive defeats, yet they continue to score consistently. The team currently sits in eighth place in the standings and clearly needs victories to improve their position. Despite an average of 1.5 goals conceded per match, they manage to create chances in front of the opponents' goal due to their active attacking play. In their last matchup against Columbus, the club fell 4-2, highlighting their defensive instability despite a fairly strong offense.
Match Results: Charlotte
Columbus Crew Team Overview
The visitors last took to the field on in an MLS fixture where Columbus Crew hosted FC Cincinnati. The match concluded in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati):
- possession: 68% vs 32%;
- corners: 8 vs 8;
- fouls: 9 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Columbus Crew are sitting in third place, showcasing impressive form both at home and on the road-one of the key reasons for their successful season. The club has been remarkably consistent, avoiding defeat in 14 of their last 15 matches and scoring at least one goal in nearly every away game this season. Their playing style is built on solid defensive organization and rapid counterattacks, allowing them to dictate the tempo against most opponents. Earlier this season, they secured a 4-2 victory over Charlotte.
Match Results: Columbus Crew
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Charlotte
📝 Something has gone awry with Charlotte's defense. The team has been conceding regularly and heavily. Their strong start to the season is a distant memory, and now they need to find a way out of this slump. They conceded four goals against Chicago Fire in their last MLS match, struggling in attack yet still managing to score. Opponents took 10 shots on target, and Charlotte cannot afford to leave so much open space.
⚽️ Let's highlight Pep Biel. The Spanish midfielder is a true leader for the team, consistently making his presence felt. He has tallied 3 goals and provided 6 assists.
💊 In terms of absences, only Nathan Byrne is notable. The defender has been sidelined for a while, and since then, the hosts have faced defensive issues.
Columbus Crew
📝 Columbus are on a run of three consecutive draws, but two of those were against close rivals. Last week, they struggled to break down Cincinnati, who defended solidly but created far fewer chances. Columbus once again impressed in attack, maintaining their consistent offensive performance throughout the season. While there are issues with lapses in concentration, this is not a critical problem and can be addressed.
⚽️ We continue to be impressed by Diego Rossi's performances, as he scored again in the last round. The Uruguayan's streak continues, and he is currently one of the standout players in the league.
💊 No injuries. The main squad is ready for action.
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Charlotte (Home) vs Columbus Crew (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 6;
- Number of wins: 2 (0.29%) vs 1 (0.17%);
- Number of losses: 2 (0.29%) vs 2 (0.33%);
- Number of draws: 3 (0.43%) vs 3 (0.5%);
- Average total goals scored: 1 vs 1.17;
- Average total goals conceded: 0.29 vs 0.67.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 2 vs 2;
- Number of losses: 4 vs 4;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 4;
- Average first half total: 1.1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.6) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.8).
- Columbus Crew conceded in the 1st half in last 7 games (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 10;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 2, draws - 6.
Statistics: Charlotte vs Columbus Crew
- matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 14;
- wins: 6 vs 7;
- win percentage: 43% vs 50%;
- losses: 7 vs 1;
- draws: 1 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 5;
- losses: 6 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 4.
- Columbus Crew have not lost in 14 of last 15 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew have not lost in 12 of last 13 games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.3, the guests - 1.4;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.7;
- both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Charlotte vs Columbus Crew
- average total in the tournament: 3 vs 2.57;
- average total goals scored: 1.5 vs 1.57;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.64 vs 0.79;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.86 vs 0.79;
- Charlotte: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Columbus Crew: average total away in the tournament - 1.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 1.5) vs 1.6 (away - 1.75).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Charlotte games.
Prediction on corners
Charlotte: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.93; at home field - 3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.6; at home field - 3.75.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.29, away - 3.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.9; away - 4.25.
- Charlotte have taken under 4.5 corners in last 5 games against Columbus Crew (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.8 (1.4 for home team and 1.4 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4 (2 for home team and 2 for away team).
Charlotte: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.57; at home - 1.86;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.3; at home - 2.75.
Columbus Crew: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.07, away - 1.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 0.9; away - 1.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 10;
- both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Charlotte vs Columbus Crew
- number of matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 14;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 7 vs 10;
- number of BTTS matches for Charlotte at home - 3 (43%);
- number of BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 5 (83%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Charlotte at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Columbus Crew away - 4 (100%).
- Charlotte have scored and conceded in last 5 games.
- Columbus Crew have scored and conceded in 8 of last 9 games (MLS).
- Columbus Crew have scored and conceded in last 5 away games.
Editor's Prediction
Given the current form of both teams, we can anticipate a high-scoring match with plenty of chances at both ends of the pitch. Considering Charlotte's recent games have been high-scoring affairs and Columbus's consistent away performances, betting on the over 2.5 goals seems like a well-founded and promising choice. Trying to pick a winner is futile, as all streaks eventually come to an end, but focusing on goal-scoring potential is intriguing. Columbus are likely to find the net, and Charlotte rarely falter in the attacking third either.
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