Main prediction: DC United to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance DC United
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The MLS 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. DC United and Columbus Crew meet again this 10/09, at 00:30, at Audi Field (Buzzard Point). A match-up that always holds surprises.
In their last 5 across all competitions, DC United have won 0 time(s). Columbus Crew have won 1. DC United are the favourites with a 35.50% chance according to the bookmakers.
Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for DC United vs Columbus Crew.
Prediction for DC United vs Columbus Crew
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Overview DC United vs Columbus Crew
DC United are favourites, with a 35.50% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Columbus Crew Soccer Club win are at 2.92 and a draw at 8.
In the Major League Soccer, DC United have 5 win(s), 10 draw(s) and 7 defeat(s), with 28 goal(s) scored and 36 conceded. The top scorer is Thai Baribo, with 12 goal(s). On the other side, Columbus Crew have 6 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 12 defeat(s), with 34 goal(s) scored and 39 conceded. Diego Rossi is the top scorer with 6 goal(s).
In the last 3 clashes between DC United and Columbus Crew, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 11 clashes between DC United and Columbus Crew, all had under 9.5 corners.
DC United are unbeaten against Columbus Crew in 9 matches.
DC United have conceded goals in all of their last 11 clashes against Columbus Crew.
DC United are winless in 5 matches in the competition.
In the last 8 matches involving Columbus Crew, all had over 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 matches involving Columbus Crew, all had under 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between DC United and Columbus Crew
In 36 clashes, Columbus Crew have the advantage over DC United: 19 win(s) against 10 and 7 draw(s). The most recent was on 20/07/2025, in the MLS, the match score was: Columbus Crew 2-1 DC United.
This data can contextualise the predictions for DC United vs Columbus Crew, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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DC United: current form
DC United have played 22 match(es) in the MLS.
See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:
5 win(s), 10 draw(s), 7 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.14 point(s) per match
28 goals scored (1.27 per match)
Top scorer: Thai Baribo (12 goal(s))
Columbus Crew: current form
Meanwhile, Columbus Crew 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:
6 win(s), 5 draw(s), 12 defeat(s)
Performance: 1 point(s) per match
34 goals scored (1.48 per match)
Top scorer: Diego Rossi (6 goal(s))
DC United vs Columbus Crew key players
In the MLS, Thai Baribo carries D.C. United's attack with 12 goal(s).
The playmaker is Keisuke Kurokawa, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Thai Baribo has 12 goal(s).
On the other side, Diego Rossi is the name that frightens the most for The Crew with 6 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Maximilian Arfsten leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Diego Rossi has accumulated 6 goal(s).
DC United vs Columbus Crew statistics in the MLS
DC United have an average of 10.41 corners and 2 cards per match. Meanwhile, Columbus Crew have 8.83 corners and 1.52 cards. See the numbers for DC United vs Columbus Crew in the table below.
DC United
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L D D |
0.6 |
| Home | D L D W D |
1.2 |
| Away | L D D D W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 23% | 27% | 18% |
| Goals | 2.91 | 3.36 | 2.45 |
| Scored | 1.27 | 1.36 | 1.18 |
| Conceded | 1.64 | 2 | 1.27 |
| Both Teams to Score | 59% | 64% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 23% | 18% | 27% |
| Failed To Score | 32% | 27% | 36% |
| 1st to Score | 36% | 45% | 27% |
|
xG
|
1.4 | 1.58 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.62 | 1.55 | 1.69 |
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L L L |
0.6 |
| Home | W L L W L |
1.2 |
| Away | L L D D L |
0.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 26% | 42% | 9% |
| Goals | 3.17 | 2.58 | 3.82 |
| Scored | 1.48 | 1.42 | 1.55 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1.17 | 2.27 |
| Both Teams to Score | 74% | 58% | 91% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 17% | 9% |
| 1st to Score | 36% | 50% | 55% |
|
xG
|
1.42 | 1.43 | 1.41 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.26 | 1.31 |
More tips for DC United vs Columbus Crew
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Correct score prediction for DC United vs Columbus Crew
The favoritism in the odds points to DC United. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: DC United 1-0 Columbus Crew. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch DC United vs Columbus Crew
Check out where to watch the live match between Columbus Crew and DC United:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for DC United and Columbus Crew
The line-ups for DC United vs Columbus Crew 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.
D.C. United line-up
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1
Sean Johnson
Goalkeeper
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2
Kimito Nono
Defender
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3
Lucas Bartlett
Defender
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4
Matti Peltola
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6
Keisuke Kurokawa
Defender
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7
Peglow
Forward
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11
Louis Munteanu
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21
Andre Dozzell
Midfielder
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22
Nathan Ordaz
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23
Brandon Servania
Midfielder
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25
Jackson Hopkins
Midfielder
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Columbus Crew Soccer Club line-up
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8
Santiago Rodríguez
Midfielder
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10
Brais Méndez
Midfielder
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11
Brooks Lennon
Defender
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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 Columbus Crew starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for DC United vs Columbus Crew
Match: DC United vs Columbus Crew
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 10/09/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Audi Field (Buzzard Point)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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