Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union Predictions and Betting Tips - Odds, H2H and Preview Predictions

Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union Preview

Sunday night football in the MLS brings us a top of the table clash this week, as Columbus Crew prepare to take on Philadelphia Union. The match will be played at the Lower. com Field in Columbus, Ohio, with the visitors looking to extend their gap at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Columbus attempt to push up from fourth spot.

Key Stats:

• Columbus Crew have only lost 1 home game in the MLS this season
• Columbus Crew have the lowest fouls per match (9.4) out of any team in the MLS this season
• Philadelphia Union have conceded the second least number of goals (19) in the MLS this season
• Philadelphia Union have kept the joint most clean sheets (8) in the MLS this season

Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union Previews, Form and Players to Watch

Columbus Crew enter this game in great fashion. Wilfred Nancy’s men currently occupy fourth spot in the MLS Eastern division, after only losing three games so far this campaign. Despite being six points adrift of top spot, the Crew are only one point behind third and two points behind second. They look certain to confirm a Championship playoff spot due to their nine-point lead on tenth place. Furthermore, the Crew’s form has improved dramatically as of late. After going on a run of six games without a win, the Ohio side have managed to pick up three points in both of their last two matches against both Vancouver Whitecaps and Atlanta. However, Columbus have some tricky fixtures approaching, against the likes of Cincinnati, Nashville and of course Philadelphia in their next game.

Philadelphia have not only matched Columbus Crew’s season but gone one step further in what has been a miraculous campaign. The Union currently sit at the very top of the MLS Eastern Division, on an almighty 40 points. Their slight gap at the top alleviates any threat that comes their way - as similarly to Columbus, they also have a tough test against Nashville coming up. Their season has just been fantastic right from the start, not only do they have the best goal difference in the entire MLS, but they have only lost three games out of the 19 they have played. Philly’s recent form has been phenomenal also; they have not lost a single match in their last 11, whilst picking eight wins in the meantime. Furthermore, in both of their last two matches they have emerged victorious, against both Charlotte FC and Chicago Fire.

Columbus Crew Preview

Columbus Crew Predicted Line-Up: Bush, Cheberko, Zawadzki, Moreira, Lappalainen, Nagbe, Chambost, Herrera, Gazdag, Russel-Rowe, Rossi

Columbus Crew’s star player this season is certainly not up for debate. Diego Rossi has been exceptional in the Crew’s attacking force, scoring a whopping nine goals in the MLS. The Uruguayan has also picked up three assists to add to his numbers, including one in his most recent match against Atlanta.

Philadelphia Union Preview

Philadephia Union Predicted Line-Up: Rick, Wagner, Makhanya, Glesnes, Bedoya, Bender, Lukic, Rafanello, Vassilev, Donovan, Damiani

Unfortunately, Philly are currently without their star man Tai Baribo, as the man with 13 MLS goals picked up a calf injury in Union’s game against Dallas at the start of June and has been out ever since.

However luckily for Bradley Carnell’s men, they still have full-back Kai Wagner creating plenty of chances for the team. The German has racked up an astonishing six assists in the MLS this season, with one goal to top it off as well.

Head-to-Head Stats:

This matchup has certainly been Columbus Crew’s for the taking in recent years. Despite a draw the last time these sides met, the Crew have won three of the last four ties, displaying sheer dominance in this fixture. However, as Philly’s form has significantly improved, things may be different this time round. The last five meetings between these sides are as follows:

• Philadelphia Union 2-2 Columbus Crew, May 2025
• Columbus Crew 3-2 Philadelphia Union, October 2024
• Philadelphia Union 0-1 Columbus Crew, August 2024
• Columbus Crew 3-1 Philadelphia Union, August 2024
• Columbus Crew 1-1 Philadelphia Union, October 2023

Betting Tips

Both of these sides have scored more than their fair share of goals this season. In the MLS, they have a staggering combined total of 68 goals, giving this fixture hope to be a thriller.

For this reason, our betting experts have suggested that Both Teams to Score is the best value tip for this match. Odds on Highbet of 1.49 means that a £10 stake has the potential to return £14.90!

(Odds are subject to change)

How to Watch Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union: Live Stream and TV Channels

Here is everything you need to know to access the live broadcast of Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union in the MLS, either on television or through online streaming platforms.

TV Channels:

This fixture is not available live on TV in the UK.

Live Stream Options:

Live streaming of this game is available online via:

• Apple TV via subscription
• Date: Sunday 29th June
• Kick Off Time: 23:00 GMT

Final Prediction

Columbus Crew 2-2 Philadelphia Union

Both sides are playing extremely well in the MLS, so it will be a tight game. But with each of their scoring records, there is definitely potential for goals!