Major League Soccer Regular Season - 19
Columbus Crew vs NS FC Cincinnati
Eastern Conference League Standings
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 15 | 36 | 32 | 11 | +21 | |
| 2 | Inter Miami | 15 | 31 | 39 | 28 | +11 | |
| 3 | Chicago Fire | 14 | 26 | 27 | 16 | +11 | |
| 4 | New England Revolution | 14 | 25 | 22 | 18 | +4 | |
| 5 | New York Red Bulls | 15 | 22 | 25 | 32 | -7 | |
| 6 | Charlotte | 15 | 21 | 24 | 23 | +1 | |
| 7 | FC Cincinnati | 15 | 20 | 36 | 37 | -1 | |
| 8 | New York City FC | 15 | 19 | 25 | 21 | +4 | |
| 9 | DC United | 15 | 18 | 21 | 25 | -4 | |
| 10 | Columbus Crew | 15 | 16 | 21 | 23 | -2 | |
| 11 | CF Montreal | 15 | 15 | 22 | 31 | -9 | |
| 12 | Toronto FC | 15 | 15 | 22 | 29 | -7 | |
| 13 | Orlando City SC | 15 | 14 | 23 | 44 | -21 | |
| 14 | Atlanta United FC | 15 | 11 | 14 | 24 | -10 | |
| 15 | Philadelphia Union | 15 | 7 | 18 | 30 | -12 |
P: 15 GD: +21
P: 15 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -7
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -1
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: -2
P: 15 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -7
P: 15 GD: -21
P: 15 GD: -10
P: 15 GD: -12
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Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. An absolute must-watch for neutrals craving goals, as two notoriously leaky backlines prepare to deal with blazing attacking talent.
The Setup
The Columbus Crew welcome FC Cincinnati to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field for a classic regular-season clash. The Crew sit 10th in the table, trailing 7th-placed Cincinnati by four points. A modest Stakes rating reflects the mid-season nature of Matchday 19, but local pride ensures a fiery contest. Cincinnati’s defense collapses on the road, leaking nearly three goals a game. That chaotic Form sets the perfect stage for a shootout. Despite the bookmakers heavily backing the hosts, a tight Balance metric suggests the visitors have enough firepower to keep things competitive.
Key Battle
Hugo Picard offers a crucial spark for the hosts, tallying two goals and an assist recently. But the real story is Evander. Cincinnati's talisman brings an off-the-charts Stars rating to this fixture, pulling all the creative strings in the final third. Picard must relentlessly exploit the spaces Evander leaves behind when the visitors commit bodies forward.
Our Prediction
Expect absolute chaos. Columbus has the home advantage, but Cincinnati's attack is too lethal to silence right now. Our take is a thrilling 2-2 draw where both defenses are left chasing shadows for ninety minutes.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes. Two vulnerable defenses facing elite attackers makes this a guaranteed high-scoring spectacle.
What's the predicted outcome?
We expect an entertaining 2-2 draw as both teams trade heavy attacking blows.
Where are Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati in the league table?
Columbus Crew are currently 10th with 16 points, while FC Cincinnati sit 7th with 20 points.
What is Columbus Crew's current form?
Columbus Crew are struggling slightly, holding a recent record of one win, one draw, and three losses (WDLLL).
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Evander (FC Cincinnati) is the player to watch, registering 5 goals and 5 assists in 3 matches, averaging a 9.5 rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.