Main prediction: both to score
Alternative tip: double chance Columbus Crew
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The MLS 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. Columbus Crew and Colorado Rapids meet again this 06/09, at 00:30, at Lower.com Field. A match-up that always holds surprises.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Columbus Crew have won 0 time(s). Colorado Rapids have won 4. Columbus Crew are the favourites with a 46.082949308756% chance according to the bookmakers.
Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids.
Prediction for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
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Overview Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
Columbus Crew are favourites, with a 46.082949308756% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Colorado Rapids Soccer Club win are at 3.64 and a draw at 8.5.
In the Major League Soccer, Columbus Crew have 5 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 12 defeat(s), with 31 goal(s) scored and 39 conceded. The top scorer is Diego Rossi, with 6 goal(s). On the other side, Colorado Rapids have 10 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 11 defeat(s), with 31 goal(s) scored and 28 conceded. Rafael Navarro Leal is the top scorer with 10 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Columbus Crew and Colorado Rapids
In 17 clashes, Colorado Rapids have the advantage over Columbus Crew: 8 win(s) against 6 and 3 draw(s). The most recent was on 01/06/2023, in the MLS, the match score was: Columbus Crew 3-2 Colorado Rapids.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Columbus Crew: current form
Columbus Crew are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
5 win(s), 5 draw(s), 12 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.91 point(s) per match
31 goals scored (1.41 per match)
Top scorer: Diego Rossi (6 goal(s))
Colorado Rapids: current form
For the visitors, Colorado Rapids have played 22 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
10 win(s), 1 draw(s), 11 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.41 point(s) per match
31 goals scored (1.41 per match)
Top scorer: Rafael Navarro Leal (10 goal(s))
Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids key players
In the MLS, Diego Rossi carries Columbus Crew Soccer Club's attack with 6 goal(s).
The playmaker is Maximilian Arfsten, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Diego Rossi has 6 goal(s).
On the other side, Rafael Navarro Leal is the name that frightens the most for The Pids with 10 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Paxten Aaronson leads in assists with 5. In the whole season, Rafael Navarro Leal has accumulated 10 goal(s).
Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids statistics in the MLS
Columbus Crew have an average of 9.04 corners and 1.41 cards per match. Meanwhile, Colorado Rapids have 9.32 corners and 3.09 cards. See the numbers for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids in the table below.
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Home | L L W L W |
1.2 |
| Away | L L D D L |
0.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 23% | 36% | 9% |
| Goals | 3.18 | 2.55 | 3.82 |
| Scored | 1.41 | 1.27 | 1.55 |
| Conceded | 1.77 | 1.27 | 2.27 |
| Both Teams to Score | 77% | 64% | 91% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 27% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 14% | 18% | 9% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 45% | 55% |
|
xG
|
1.41 | 1.41 | 1.41 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.28 | 1.31 |
Colorado Rapids
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W W W |
2.4 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | L L L W L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 73% | 18% |
| Goals | 2.68 | 2.73 | 2.64 |
| Scored | 1.41 | 1.91 | 0.91 |
| Conceded | 1.27 | 0.82 | 1.73 |
| Both Teams to Score | 41% | 36% | 45% |
| Without Conceding | 36% | 55% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 9% | 45% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 73% | 36% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.76 | 0.95 |
|
xGA
|
1.24 | 1 | 1.48 |
More tips for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
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Correct score prediction for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
The favoritism in the odds points to Columbus Crew. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Columbus Crew 1-0 Colorado Rapids. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
Check out where to watch the live match between Colorado Rapids and Columbus Crew:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Columbus Crew and Colorado Rapids
The line-ups for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Columbus Crew Soccer Club line-up
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3
Eric Bailly
Defender
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10
Brais Méndez
Midfielder
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16
Taha Habroune
Midfielder
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18
Malte Amundsen
Defender
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20
André Gomes
Midfielder
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23
Mohamed Farsi
Midfielder
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25
Sean Zawadzki
Defender
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28
Patrick Schulte
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31
Steven Moreira
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50
Tarun Karumanchi
position.Defensive Midfield
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77
Josef Martinez
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Colorado Rapids Soccer Club line-up
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4
Reggie Cannon
Defender
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5
Loic Kayumba
Defender
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6
Rob Holding
Defender
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8
Hamzat Basit Ojediran
Midfielder
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9
Rafael Navarro Leal
Forward
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10
Paxten Aaronson
Midfielder
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13
Wayne II
Midfielder
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29
Miguel Navarro
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31
Adam Beaudry
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88
Youssef Maziz
Midfielder
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93
Georgi Minoungou
The Colorado Rapids starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
Match: Columbus Crew vs Colorado Rapids
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 06/09/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Lower.com Field
Broadcast: none scheduled
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