Columbus Crew and Minnesota United face each other on Sunday 05.03.2026, at 00:30 (UK Time), in a MLS 2026 match. The game will take place at Columbus Crew's home ground, the Lower.com Field.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Columbus Crew Soccer Club and Minnesota United Football Club, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Columbus Crew vs Minnesota United
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Double Chance: Columbus Crew or Draw
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Columbus Crew preview
Columbus Crew heads into the match with the following record in the MLS: in 10 matches, Columbus Crew Soccer Club secured 3 victories, 3 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.2 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Crew's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 3 victories so far.
Columbus Crew has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 14 goals, of which 14 were scored in the MLS, resulting in an average of 1.4 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Wessam Abou Ali, who has found the back of the net 5 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Maximilian Arfsten has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Columbus Crew has conceded 13 goals in the MLS (an average of 1.3 per game) and 13 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.3 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Minnesota United preview
Minnesota United comes into the game with 10 matches played so far in the MLS. They have secured 5 victories, 2 draws, and 3 losses, maintaining an average of 1.7 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses.
Minnesota United Football Club's attack has been highly effective, scoring 11 goals during this period. Of that total, 11 were netted in the MLS, with an average of 1.1 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.1.
The Loons's offensive system is led by Kelvin Yeboah, the team's top scorer this season. The italian forward has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Tomás Alejandro Chancalay. The forward has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 14 goals with an average of 1.4 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 14 goals in 10 matches, averaging 1.4 per match.
Head to head: Columbus Crew vs Minnesota United
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L D W |
2 |
| Home | W W D L D |
1.6 |
| Away | L W L D L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.7 | 1.6 | 3.8 |
| Scored | 1.4 | 1 | 1.8 |
| Conceded | 1.3 | 0.6 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 40% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 70% | 40% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.5 | 1.51 | 1.5 |
|
xGA
|
1.04 | 0.86 | 1.21 |
Minnesota United
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W W W W |
2.4 |
| Home | L W D W D |
1.6 |
| Away | W W W L L |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 1 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.1 | 0.75 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.4 | 0.25 | 2.17 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 0% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 40% | 75% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 50% | 17% |
| 1st to Score | 70% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.67 | 1.3 |
|
xGA
|
1.61 | 1.37 | 1.77 |
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