Columbus Crew vs New York City FC: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Columbus Crew welcome New York City FC to Lower.com Field for a Major League Soccer fixture on Thursday 23 July (00:30 WAT). In the table, Columbus Crew are 7th, upper half, on 47 points after 34 matches; New York City FC are 11th (lower half) with 42.
Current form
Columbus Crew, last 5: DWWDL Their latest outing: 1–1 draw with Burnley, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 4. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 1.3 conceded per game.
New York City FC, last 5: LLDWW Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to Nashville SC, away. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 2 lost from 5. Goals for and against: 1.7 scored, 1.5 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (21 May 2026) it ended Columbus Crew 1–0 New York City FC.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Columbus Crew 1.7 xG, New York City FC 1.1 xG – a total near 2.8. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 54%, GG 60%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Columbus Crew 52%, draw 25%, New York City FC 23%.
Lower-risk option: Columbus Crew or draw (77%) at 1.25.
GG/NG: GG (60%) at 1.62.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Columbus Crew or draw (77%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Columbus Crew 1–1 New York City FC. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Columbus Crew52%fair 1.94 · @1.90
Draw25%fair 3.93 · @3.65
New York City FC23%fair 4.37 · @3.70
2.80Expected goals
1.72Columbus Crew xG
1.08New York City FC xG
60%Both score
54%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–111%
1–010%
2–110%
2–09%
0–17%
1–26%
From our goals model: Columbus Crew 1.7 – 1.1 New York City FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Columbus Crew vs New York City FC?
Our pick is Columbus Crew or draw with a 77% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Columbus Crew vs New York City FC?
On our numbers Columbus Crew have a 52% chance of winning, the draw 25% and New York City FC 23%.
How many goals will there be in Columbus Crew vs New York City FC?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 54% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Columbus Crew vs New York City FC?
Our predicted score is Columbus Crew 1–1 New York City FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Columbus Crew vs New York City FC?
Columbus Crew vs New York City FC (Major League Soccer) kicks off on Thursday 23 July 2026 at 00:30 (West Africa Time) at Lower.com Field.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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