Top-flight football in the MLS doesn't get much more compelling than this. Columbus Crew (.) welcome FC Cincinnati (.) to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on at in matchday 1 of the season. Columbus Crew have scored goals this season at an average of per game and won their last fixture 2 - 0 against Atlanta United FC. FC Cincinnati (.) delivered a polished performance against Orlando City SC (6 - 2), having won 5 of their last 14 games. Our model gives a 50% probability to FC Cincinnati proving their class with an away win at 50%.
The Most Popular Betting Tips for Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati with Current Odds
Three-Way BetFC Cincinnati50%61/20·RollinoT&C's apply | +18
Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals73%3/8·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18
★ Expert TipExpert TipOver 3.5 Goals53%19/20·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18
Statistical prediction with probability factor
Three-Way BetColumbus Crew 29% · X 21% · FC Cincinnati 50%Both Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 71% · No 29%Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 73% · Under 27%Total Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 53% · Under 47%Correct Score1-29%1-18%2-27%
Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati: who will win?

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Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati: Where to Find the Best Odds for Matchday 1
ProbabilityColumbus Crew29%Draw21%FC Cincinnati50%
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8/1167/2057/20Odd last updated:Performance Overview: Form, Goals and Recent Results Compared
Columbus Crew Form
Last 5 games
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The most recent game for Columbus Crew saw them take on Atlanta United FC, with the match ending 2 - 0. The win is a timely confidence boost ahead of this next fixture. They head into this MLS fixture at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on looking to build on recent performances.
Over the past 6 months, Columbus Crew have won 4, drawn 4 and lost 7 of their 15 games. At home they have picked up 3 wins from 7 fixtures, losing 2. They have scored 21 goals in total during this period – an average of 1.4 per game.
Columbus Crew's most recent 15 games tell an interesting story. They have scored 21 goals (1.4 per game) while conceding 23 (1.53 per game). In terms of home performances, Columbus Crew have won 3, drawn 2 and lost 2 of their 7 home matches – a record that provides useful context ahead of this fixture.
FC Cincinnati Form
Last 5 games
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The most recent game for FC Cincinnati saw them take on Orlando City SC, with the match ending 6 - 2. The win is a timely confidence boost as they head to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. They now make the trip to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field for this MLS clash.
The last 6 months have seen FC Cincinnati play 14 competitive matches, winning 5 and losing 4. Of their 7 away games during this stretch, they have won 1 and lost 2. They have scored 35 goals home and away combined, conceding 31.
Looking at FC Cincinnati's recent run of 14 games, they have netted 35 goals at a rate of 2.5 per game. Defensively, they have let in 31 goals over the same period. Away from home specifically, FC Cincinnati have won 1 and lost 2 of their 7 away games in this stretch.
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MLS
MLS Table
| # | Team | Played | Diff. | Pnts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville S.C. | 14 | 20 | 33 |
| 2 | Inter Miami CF | 15 | 11 | 31 |
| 3 | Chicago Fire FC | 14 | 11 | 26 |
| · · · 2 places · · · | ||||
| 6 | Charlotte FC | 15 | 1 | 21 |
| 7 | FC Cincinnati Away | 15 | -1 | 20 |
| 8 | New York City FC | 15 | 4 | 19 |
| 9 | D.C. United | 15 | -4 | 18 |
| 10 | Columbus Crew Home | 15 | -2 | 16 |
| 11 | CF Montréal | 14 | -9 | 14 |
Last Meetings
07/13/2025
FC Cincinnati
Columbus Crew
Columbus Crew
2-4
05/17/2025
Columbus Crew
FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati
1-1
09/14/2024
FC Cincinnati
Columbus Crew
Columbus Crew
0-0
05/11/2024
Columbus Crew
FC Cincinnati
FC Cincinnati
1-2
Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)
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