All roads lead to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on as Columbus Crew (.) host Minnesota United FC (.) in matchday 1 of the MLS — the association's top competition serves up a fixture that carries the full weight of top-flight football. Columbus Crew lost 2 - 1 against New England Revolution last time out and have scored 1 goals at home this season while conceding 2. Minnesota United FC (.) claimed another important three points against Portland Timbers (2 - 0), having won 4 of their last 7 games. Weighing up all available data, our AI model gives a 48% probability to Minnesota United FC leaving ScottsMiracle-Gro Field with a quality away win in a top-flight encounter.
Our Best Betting Tips for Matchday 1 of the MLS
Three-Way BetMinnesota United FC48%10/3·RollinoT&C's apply | +18
Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals51%5/8·RollinoT&C's apply | +18
★ Expert TipExpert TipUnder 2.5 Goals49%29/23·RollinoT&C's apply | +18
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Three-Way BetColumbus Crew 27% · X 25% · Minnesota United FC 48%Both Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 53% · No 47%Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 51% · Under 49%Total Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 29% · Under 71%Correct Score1-112%0-111%1-010%
Columbus Crew vs Minnesota United FC: who will win?
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ProbabilityColumbus Crew27%Draw25%Minnesota United FC48%
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Columbus Crew Form
Last 5 games
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The most recent game for Columbus Crew saw them take on New England Revolution, with the match ending 2 - 1. The defeat underlines the need for a strong response in front of their own supporters. 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 1, drawn 3 and lost 4 of their 8 games. At home they have picked up wins from 3 fixtures, losing 1. They have scored 10 goals in total during this period – an average of 1.25 per game.
Columbus Crew's most recent 8 games tell an interesting story. They have scored 10 goals (1.25 per game) while conceding 12 (1.5 per game). In terms of home performances, Columbus Crew have won , drawn 2 and lost 1 of their 3 home matches – a record that provides useful context ahead of this fixture.
Minnesota United FC Form
Last 5 games
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The most recent game for Minnesota United FC saw them take on Portland Timbers, with the match ending 2 - 0. 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.
Minnesota United FC's form over the past 6 months paints a clear picture: 4 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats from 7 games. Away from home, they have won 2 of 4 games, scoring 7 goals and conceding 7 on the road.
A closer look at Minnesota United FC's last 7 games reveals a side that has scored 10 goals and conceded 7. Their away performances stand out: 2 wins from 4 away fixtures, with 1 defeats — averaging 1.43 goals scored and 1 conceded per game.
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MLS Table
| # | Team | Played | Diff. | Pnts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Nashville S.C. | 8 | 13 | 19 |
| 2 |  Inter Miami CF | 8 | 2 | 15 |
| 3 |  Charlotte FC | 8 | 5 | 14 |
| · · · 7 places · · · | ||||
| 11 |  CF Montréal | 8 | -8 | 6 |
| 12 | Columbus Crew Home | 8 | -2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Philadelphia Union | 8 | -6 | 4 |
Last Meetings
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Columbus Crew vs Minnesota United FC: AI Analysis and Our Top Bet for Matchday 1
Our prediction for this MLS fixture points to an away win for Minnesota United FC, with the best available odds of 10/3 at Rollino. The probability for this outcome stands at 48%. Based on our full statistical analysis, our best bet for this match is "Total Goals Over/Under 2.5" — with a probability of 49% and the best odds of 29/23 at Rollino.Best Tip Under 2.5 Goals29/23Place betT&C's apply | +18Further MLS Matches & Betting Tips
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