Columbus Crew and New York City FC face each other in an official match of the 2026 MLS season. The game takes place at Lower.com Field on Thursday, 23/07/2026, at 00:30 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Columbus Crew Soccer Club vs New York City Football Club, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
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The Crew preview
Columbus Crew comes into the match having played 15 games in the MLS so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses, with an average of 1.07 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses.
Columbus Crew's attack has scored 21 goals during this period. Out of this total, 21 goals were scored in the MLS, averaging 1.4 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.4.
The offence system of Columbus Crew is led by Diego Rossi as the top scorer of the season. The uruguayan forward has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Maximilian Arfsten, who has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 23 goals with an average of 1.53 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 23 goals conceded in 15 matches, resulting in an average of 1.53.
The Pigeons preview
On the other hand, New York City FC comes into the match having played 15 games in the MLS so far. They have recorded 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 1.27 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses.
New York City FC's attack has scored 25 goals during this period. Out of this total, 25 goals were scored in the MLS, averaging 1.67 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.67.
The offence system of New York City FC is led by Nicolás Fernández as the top scorer of the season. The argentinian forward has scored 10 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Maxi Moralez, who has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 21 goals with an average of 1.4 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 21 goals conceded in 15 matches, resulting in an average of 1.4.
Head to head: Columbus Crew vs New York City FC
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 D L L L |
0.8 |
| Home | W L W W D |
2 |
| Away | D L L L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 27% | 43% | 13% |
| Goals | 2.93 | 2.14 | 3.63 |
| Scored | 1.4 | 1.29 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.53 | 0.86 | 2.13 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 43% | 88% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 43% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 29% | 13% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 57% | 75% |
|
xG
|
1.42 | 1.48 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 1.05 | 1.28 |
New York City FC
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W W L |
1.4 |
| Home | W L D L D |
1 |
| Away | L D W L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 38% | 29% |
| Goals | 3.07 | 4 | 2 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 2.38 | 0.86 |
| Conceded | 1.4 | 1.63 | 1.14 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 63% | 57% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 25% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 13% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 75% | 29% |
|
xG
|
1.39 | 1.62 | 1.13 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.29 | 1.51 |
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