Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union

Playing in the MLS means competing at the highest level the association has to offer — and matchday 1 brings a fixture that lives up to that standard. Columbus Crew (.) host Philadelphia Union (.) at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on Saturday at 23:30. Columbus Crew drew their last game 1 - 1 against Orlando City SC and have conceded goals this season. The visitors (Philadelphia Union., .) got the job done against CF Montréal (1 - 2). Our statistical evaluation gives a 43% probability to Columbus Crew taking the win on the top-flight stage.

Our Best Betting Tips for Matchday 1 of the MLS

Three-Way BetColumbus Crew43%2/3·RollinoT&C's apply | +18 Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Under 2.5 Goals60%5/4·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18 ★ Expert TipExpert TipUnder 2.5 Goals60%5/4·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18

Important analyses and previews ahead of kick-off

Three-Way BetColumbus Crew 43% · X 28% · Philadelphia Union 29%Columbus CrewXPhiladelphia UnionBoth Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 46% · No 54%YesNoTotal Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 40% · Under 60%OverUnderTotal Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 20% · Under 80%OverUnderCorrect Score1-013%1-113%0-110%

Top odds for the MLS match Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union

ProbabilityColumbus Crew43%Draw28%Philadelphia Union29%

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Strengths, Weaknesses and Form – Both Sides Under the Microscope

Columbus Crew Form

Last 5 games

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Columbus Crew most recently faced Orlando City SC, drawing the match 1 - 1. It was a result that left the squad with mixed feelings heading into this fixture.

Columbus Crew's most recent 7 games tell an interesting story. They have scored 9 goals (1.29 per game) while conceding 10 (1.43 per game). In terms of home performances specifically, Columbus Crew have won , drawn 2 and lost 1 of their 3 home matches – a record that provides useful context ahead of this fixture.

In their last 7 games, Columbus Crew have scored a total of 9 goals – an average of 1.29 per match. At the other end, they have conceded 10 goals, giving them an average of 1.43 against per game. Their home record in that period shows wins from 3 games.

Philadelphia Union Form

Last 5 games

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Philadelphia Union's last competitive outing ended 1 - 2 against CF Montréal — a win that sends them into this away fixture in fine fettle. They travel to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field for this MLS fixture on Saturday.

Philadelphia Union's form over the past 6 months paints a clear picture: 1 wins, draws and 6 defeats from 7 games. Away from home, they have won 1 of 4 games, scoring 4 goals and conceding 7 on the road.

Philadelphia Union's most recent 7 games tell an interesting story. They have scored 6 goals (0.86 per game) while conceding 12 (1.71 per game). In terms of away performances specifically, Philadelphia Union have won 1, drawn and lost 3 of their 4 away matches — a record that provides useful context ahead of this trip to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.

Stats per Game

Columbus Crew Philadelphia Union

Goals scored

1.2

Corners

6.5

Fouls

10.8

14.3

Saves

2.4

2.3

MLS

MLS Table

#	Team	Played	Diff.	Pnts
1	Nashville S.C.	7	11	16
2	Chicago Fire FC	7	4	13
3	Inter Miami CF	7	1	12
· · · 6 places · · ·
10	FC Cincinnati	7	-6	7
11	Columbus Crew Home	6	-1	5
12	Atlanta United FC	7	-6	4
13	Philadelphia Union Away	7	-6	3
14	CF Montréal	7	-11	3

Last Meetings

06/29/2025

Columbus Crew
Philadelphia Union

1-0

05/10/2025

Philadelphia Union
Columbus Crew

2-2

10/05/2024

Columbus Crew
Philadelphia Union

3-2

08/28/2024

Philadelphia Union
Columbus Crew

0-1

Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)

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Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union: AI-Powered Betting Tip for the MLS Fixture

Our prediction for this MLS fixture points to a home win for Columbus Crew, with the best available odds of 2/3 at Rollino. The probability for this outcome stands at 43%. Based on our full statistical analysis, our best bet for this match is "Total Goals Over/Under 2.5" — with a probability of 60% and the best odds of 5/4 at Palmslots.Best Tip Under 2.5 Goals5/4Place betT&C's apply | +18