Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew face each other in an official match of the 2026 MLS season. The game takes place at Subaru Park (The Union) on Sunday, 17/05/2026, at 00:30 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Philadelphia Union 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.
APWin predictions for Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew
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Over 2.5 Goals
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The Zolos preview
Philadelphia Union comes into the match having played 13 games in the MLS so far. They have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses, with an average of 0.46 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 1 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses.
Philadelphia Union's attack has scored 13 goals during this period. Out of this total, 13 goals were scored in the MLS, averaging 1 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.
The offence system of Philadelphia Union is led by Milan Iloski as the top scorer of the season. The american forward has scored 3 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Alejandro Bedoya, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 23 goals with an average of 1.77 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 23 goals conceded in 13 matches, resulting in an average of 1.77.
The Crew preview
On the other hand, Columbus Crew comes into the match having played 13 games in the MLS so far. They have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses, with an average of 0.92 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 3 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses.
Columbus Crew's attack has scored 18 goals during this period. Out of this total, 18 goals were scored in the MLS, averaging 1.38 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.38.
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 22 goals with an average of 1.69 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 22 goals conceded in 13 matches, resulting in an average of 1.69.
Head to head: Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew
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Philadelphia Union
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L D L D |
0.4 |
| Home | D D L L L |
0.4 |
| Away | L L L D W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 8% | 0% | 13% |
| Goals | 2.77 | 1.4 | 3.63 |
| Scored | 1 | 0.4 | 1.38 |
| Conceded | 1.77 | 1 | 2.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 62% | 40% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 60% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 15% | 0% | 25% |
|
xG
|
1.62 | 1.69 | 1.58 |
|
xGA
|
1.09 | 1.07 | 1.11 |
Columbus Crew
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L W W |
1.2 |
| Home | L W W D L |
1.4 |
| Away | L L L W L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 23% | 33% | 14% |
| Goals | 3.08 | 2.17 | 3.86 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.17 | 1.57 |
| Conceded | 1.69 | 1 | 2.29 |
| Both Teams to Score | 69% | 50% | 86% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 23% | 33% | 14% |
| 1st to Score | 15% | 50% | 71% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.52 | 1.48 |
|
xGA
|
1.13 | 0.98 | 1.26 |
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