New York Red Bulls and Columbus Crew face each other in an official match of the 2026 MLS season. The game takes place at Red Bull Arena on Thursday, 14/05/2026, at 00:30 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew Soccer 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 Red Bulls preview
New York Red Bulls comes into the match having played 12 games in the MLS so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.25 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses.
New York Red Bulls's attack has scored 19 goals during this period. Out of this total, 19 goals were scored in the MLS, averaging 1.58 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.58.
The offence system of New York Red Bulls is led by Julian Hall as the top scorer of the season. The american midfielder has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Ronald Donkor, who has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 28 goals with an average of 2.33 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 28 goals conceded in 12 matches, resulting in an average of 2.33.
The Crew preview
On the other hand, Columbus Crew comes into the match having played 11 games in the MLS so far. They have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.09 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 3 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses.
Columbus Crew's attack has scored 16 goals during this period. Out of this total, 16 goals were scored in the MLS, averaging 1.45 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.45.
The offence system of Columbus Crew is led by Wessam Abou Ali as the top scorer of the season. The danish forward has scored 5 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 16 goals with an average of 1.45 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 16 goals conceded in 11 matches, resulting in an average of 1.45.
Head to head: New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
New York Red Bulls
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L D L |
0.8 |
| Home | L D W L W |
1.4 |
| Away | W L L D L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 40% | 29% |
| Goals | 3.92 | 4 | 3.86 |
| Scored | 1.58 | 1.8 | 1.43 |
| Conceded | 2.33 | 2.2 | 2.43 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 40% | 86% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 40% | 14% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 60% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.63 | 1.57 | 1.68 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 1.36 | 1.57 |
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W W L |
1.2 |
| Home | L W W D L |
1.4 |
| Away | L L W L D |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 27% | 33% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.91 | 2.17 | 3.8 |
| Scored | 1.45 | 1.17 | 1.8 |
| Conceded | 1.45 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 73% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 18% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 33% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 50% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.51 | 1.52 | 1.5 |
|
xGA
|
1.08 | 0.98 | 1.21 |
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