Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 07 March

Columbus Crew

L D W L W

11th place in USA Major League Soccer

0-0

07/03/2026 20:40

Chicago Fire

W W W L L

4th place in USA Major League Soccer

USA Major League Soccer

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire on 07 March 2026 (kick-off: 20:40) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire preview before placing your bet.

Columbus Crew are currently 11th with 20 points after 18 matches.
Chicago Fire sit 4th with 29 points from 17 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Columbus Crew to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history favors Columbus Crew, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Chicago Fire have one win, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Pred

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Weather

20:40

2026-03-07

Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire - Prediction & Odds

Columbus Crew

Chicago Fire

2026-03-07 20:40

STANDINGS UP TO 07/03/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Nashville SC	40	18	12	4	2	35	14	21
02 Inter Miami CF	38	18	11	5	2	45	32	13
03 New England Revolution	30	17	9	3	5	28	21	7
04 Chicago Fire	29	17	9	2	6	32	23	9
05 New York City FC	26	18	7	5	6	31	24	7
06 FC Cincinnati	26	18	7	5	6	45	44	1
07 Charlotte FC	25	18	7	4	7	29	27	2
08 New York Red Bulls	25	18	7	4	7	29	39	-10
09 DC United	23	18	5	8	5	26	29	-3
10 Orlando City	20	18	6	2	10	30	47	-17
11 Columbus Crew	20	18	5	5	8	26	28	-2
12 Toronto FC	17	18	3	8	7	24	32	-8
13 Philadelphia Union	16	18	4	4	10	25	33	-8
14 CF Montreal	16	18	4	4	10	24	35	-11
15 Atlanta United	12	18	3	3	12	19	33	-14
01 Vancouver Whitecaps	34	17	10	4	3	38	17	21
02 Los Angeles FC	34	19	10	4	5	35	19	16
03 San Jose Earthquakes	33	18	10	3	5	37	24	13
04 Houston Dynamo	29	17	9	2	6	25	24	1
05 Real Salt Lake	27	17	8	3	6	29	25	4
06 FC Dallas	27	18	7	6	5	32	25	7
07 St. Louis City	26	18	7	5	6	24	24	0
08 Portland Timbers	24	18	7	3	8	33	33	0
09 Seattle Sounders	24	17	7	3	7	20	22	-2
10 Minnesota United FC	24	18	6	6	6	20	25	-5
11 Colorado Rapids	22	18	7	1	10	27	25	2
12 Los Angeles Galaxy	22	19	5	7	7	24	29	-5
13 San Diego FC	21	18	5	6	7	32	29	3
14 Austin FC	17	18	4	5	9	22	36	-14
15 Sporting Kansas City	14	18	4	2	12	18	46	-28

Head To Head

27/09/2025 20:40

Chicago Fire

2 - 0

Columbus Crew

MLS

22/02/2025 20:30

Columbus Crew

4 - 2

Chicago Fire

MLS

18/05/2024 20:40

Chicago Fire

1 - 3

Columbus Crew

MLS

09/03/2024 20:40

Columbus Crew

2 - 1

Chicago Fire

MLS

20/09/2023 19:40

Columbus Crew

3 - 0

Chicago Fire

MLS

10/06/2023 20:30

Chicago Fire

1 - 2

Columbus Crew

MLS

Columbus Crew

83%

Draw

Chicago Fire

17%

Columbus Crew Last 6 matches

28/02/2026 21:40

Sporting Kansas City 2 - 2 Columbus Crew MLS

21/02/2026 23:40

Portland Timbers 3 - 2 Columbus Crew MLS

11/02/2026 12:00

Nashville 1 - 0 Columbus Crew INT CF

07/02/2026 12:00

Colorado Rapids 1 - 4 Columbus Crew INT CF

08/11/2025 19:10

FC Cincinnati 2 - 1 Columbus Crew MLS

02/11/2025 19:40

Columbus Crew 4 - 0 FC Cincinnati MLS

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Chicago Fire

28/02/2026 15:40

Chicago Fire 3 - 0 CF Montreal MLS

21/02/2026 21:40

Houston Dynamo 2 - 1 Chicago Fire MLS

14/02/2026 14:00

Chicago Fire 3 - 4 Portland Timbers INT CF

11/02/2026 14:00

Austin FC 2 - 2 Chicago Fire INT CF

08/02/2026 14:00

Los Angeles Galaxy 2 - 3 Chicago Fire INT CF

24/01/2026 11:00

Sporting Kansas City 0 - 1 Chicago Fire INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues USA Major League Socce...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

201

Avg. per game

0.77

Conceded

138

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored

167

Avg. per game

0.68

Conceded

162

Avg. per game

0.66

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 260 matches

YesNo

138 (53%)122 (47%)

In last 260 matches

NoYes

122 (50%)122 (50%)

Columbus Crew

Recent matches

Chicago Fire

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

/Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(69%)31 14(31%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Columbus Crew

Chicago Fire

Shots

Columbus Crew

Total shots

7.35 avg / game

Blocked

292 total

Avg. 2.37

Chicago Fire

Total shots

10.28 avg / game

Blocked

440 total

Avg. 3.06

Columbus Crew Pass Chicago Fire

Total passes

64642

Avg. 287 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

73542

Avg. 357 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Columbus Crew

260

Played games

Chicago Fire

244

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.25

2.73

711

Corners

827

3.39

7.30

1897

Throw-ins

3203

13.13

1.03

268

Offsides

311

1.27

1.48

385

GK saves

502

2.06

Columbus Crew

DISCIPLINARY

Chicago Fire

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.71

184

360

1.48

0.01

0.08

5.15

1340

Fouls

2201

9.02

6.30

1639

Tackles

2614

10.71

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How We Build the Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire on 07 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this USA Major League Soccer fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Columbus Crew's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Chicago Fire's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

USA Major League Soccer Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live USA Major League Soccer standings and the USA Major League Soccer form table to understand exactly where Columbus Crew and Chicago Fire sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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