Columbus Crew vs DC United: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 31/10

Columbus Crew and DC United meet again. The clash, valid for the MLS 2026, takes place this 31/10 (Saturday), at Lower.com Field, at 18:00.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Columbus Crew have won 4 time(s). DC United have won 1. Columbus Crew are the favourites with a 57.80% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Columbus Crew vs DC United.

Overview Columbus Crew vs DC United

Columbus Crew are favourites, with odds of 1.73 and a 57.80% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Columbus Crew Soccer Club, with 19 win(s) against 11 for DC United. The odds for a D.C. United win are 5.83 and a draw is 5.25.

In the MLS, Columbus Crew have 11 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 15 defeat(s), with 50 goal(s) scored and 49 conceded, having Diego Rossi as top scorer with 6 goal(s). Meanwhile, DC United have 7 win(s), 12 draw(s) and 12 defeat(s), with 38 goal(s) scored and 55 conceded, and Thai Baribo as top scorer with 16 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Columbus Crew and DC United

In 37 clashes, Columbus Crew have the advantage over DC United: 19 win(s) against 11 and 7 draw(s). The most recent was on 10/09/2026, in the MLS. DC United won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Columbus Crew vs DC United, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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Columbus Crew: current form

Columbus Crew's attack is firing: an average of 2.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.

See their performance in this edition of the MLS:

• 11 win(s), 5 draw(s), 15 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.23 point(s) per match
• 50 goals scored (1.61 per match)
• Top scorer: Diego Rossi (6 goal(s))

DC United: current form

Meanwhile, DC United are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Major League Soccer:

• 7 win(s), 12 draw(s), 12 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.06 point(s) per match
• 38 goals scored (1.23 per match)
• Top scorer: Thai Baribo (16 goal(s))

Columbus Crew vs DC United key players

In the MLS, Diego Rossi carries Columbus Crew Soccer Club's attack with 6 goal(s).

The playmaker is Dylan Chambost, leading in assists with 5. In the whole season, Diego Rossi has 6 goal(s).

On the other side, Thai Baribo is the name that frightens the most for The Black-and-Red with 16 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Keisuke Kurokawa leads in assists with 6. In the whole season, Thai Baribo has accumulated 16 goal(s).

Columbus Crew vs DC United statistics in the MLS

Columbus Crew have an average of 8.94 corners and 1.71 cards per match. DC United have 10.58 corners and 2 cards. The statistics for Columbus Crew vs DC United are in the table below.

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Points & Results

• 1.23
  PPG
  1.06
• 35%
  Wins
  23%
• 52%
  First to Score
  35%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.61
  Scored/game
  1.23
• 1.58
  Conceded/game
  1.77
• 1.54
  xG
  1.43
• 1.37
  xGA
  1.67

Trends

• 71%
  Both Score
  61%
• 19%
  Clean Sheet
  19%
• 13%
  Failed to Score
  32%

Correct score prediction for Columbus Crew vs DC United

The favoritism in the odds points to Columbus Crew. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Columbus Crew 1-0 DC United. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Columbus Crew vs DC United

Check out where to watch the live match between DC United and Columbus Crew:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Columbus Crew and DC United

The line-ups for Columbus Crew vs DC United 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

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

D.C. United line-up

The DC United starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Columbus Crew vs DC United

Match: Columbus Crew vs DC United

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 31/10/2026

Time: 18:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Lower.com Field

Broadcast: none scheduled

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