Columbus Crew vs DC United Prediction

Columbus Crew host DC United on 31 October 2026 at 21:00 in a playoff-race clash at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. The Crew won 2-0 at FC Dallas and have won four consecutive matches while conceding just once in their last three outings. Sekou Bangoura returns from suspension with no fresh injury concerns. DC United have already missed the playoffs and arrive on the back of four consecutive defeats, with no wins in their last five road games. Abou Ali, Rudy Camacho, Eric Bailly, and Brais Mendez remain unavailable for the visitors.

Form and H2H

Columbus Crew's last-10 home record shows seven wins, one draw, and two losses, averaging 1.90 goals for and 0.90 against. DC United's last-10 away record reads one win, two draws, and seven losses, averaging 0.90 goals for and 2.10 against. The head-to-head record between these sides spans 2012 to 2014, with Columbus winning three of six matches and DC United winning two. The most recent fixture ended 1-1 in April 2014.

Best bet

Columbus Crew 2-0 DC United. The hosts' defensive solidity at home, combined with DC United's away struggles and four-game losing streak, supports a comfortable Crew victory. Columbus have limited opponents to low expected goals and conceded just once in three recent matches. DC United's depleted squad and playoff elimination removes any motivation advantage. A 2-0 scoreline reflects Columbus's attacking output in recent wins and DC United's defensive vulnerability on the road.

Odds to watch

1Win: Home 1.35 / Draw 5.4 / Away 7.7.

1xBet: Home 1.35 / Draw 5.87 / Away 8.25.

Mostbet: Home 1.33 / Draw 5.3 / Away 7.2.

Melbet: Home 1.32 / Draw 5.75 / Away 8.