Match Analysis: Columbus Crew SC vs D.C. United – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-07-19
- Time: 11:30 PM UTC
- Location: Lower.com Field, Columbus, USA
Game Overview
Columbus Crew SC hosts D.C. United in an MLS regular season match. Columbus Crew, currently ranked 4th in the league standings, face D.C. United, who rank 13th. The game is expected to be held at Columbus's home venue Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio.
Key Factors to Consider
- Columbus Crew SC has maintained a strong home form with better overall standings (4th) this season, recording 8 goals for and 4 against in recent matches. D.C. United is struggling, positioned 13th with weaker defensive records and fewer clean sheets. Leading scorers include Diego Rossi (4 goals) for Columbus and Christian Benteke (4 goals) for D.C. United.
- In the current season, Columbus Crew and D.C. United have met once before. Historically, Columbus Crew has had a stronger record at home against D.C. United, who have been inconsistent in these fixtures.
- No specific injury information available from the latest data sources for either team before this match.
- The match is played at Columbus Crew's home ground, which could provide a home advantage. Weather and other external conditions have not been detailed but no significant impacts are expected.
- Columbus Crew, competing for higher playoff seedings, are motivated to secure points at home. D.C. United, lower in the standings, are likely seeking to gain crucial points to improve their position, but face a tough away challenge.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | columbus_crew_sc: -260, dc_united: 600, draw: 420 | Columbus Crew SC to win | β β β β β 85% |
| Spread | columbus_crew_sc: -1.25 -122, dc_united: 1.25 102 | Columbus Crew SC -1.25 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | over: 3.25 -102, under: 3.25 -118 | Under 3.25 goals | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Columbus Crew SC -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 3.25 2% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 3.25 at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Columbus Crew SC is favored to win this match given their superior form, home advantage, and higher league standing.
Predicted Score: 2-0