Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 17

Columbus Crew

W L D L D

7th place in USA Major League Soccer

1-1

17/05/2025 23:20

FC Cincinnati

L W W D W

2nd place in USA Major League Soccer

USA Major League Soccer

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati on May 17, 2025 (kick-off: 23:20) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati preview before placing for you.

Columbus Crew are currently 7th with 54 points after 34 matches.
FC Cincinnati sit 2nd with 65 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Columbus Crew to win with probability 48%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Cincinnati, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Columbus Crew have one win, while 3 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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Weather

23:20

2025-05-17

Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati - Prediction & Odds

Columbus Crew

FC Cincinnati

2025-05-17 23:20

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2025

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

01 Philadelphia Union	66	34	20	6	8	57	35	22
02 FC Cincinnati	65	34	20	5	9	52	40	12
03 Inter Miami CF	65	34	19	8	7	81	55	26
04 Charlotte FC	59	34	19	2	13	55	46	9
05 New York City FC	56	34	17	5	12	50	44	6
06 Nashville	54	34	16	6	12	58	45	13
07 Columbus Crew	54	34	14	12	8	55	51	4
08 Chicago Fire	53	34	15	8	11	68	60	8
09 Orlando City	53	34	14	11	9	63	51	12
10 New York Red Bulls	43	34	12	7	15	48	47	1
11 New England Revolution	36	34	9	9	16	44	51	-7
12 Toronto FC	32	34	6	14	14	37	44	-7
13 CF Montreal	28	34	6	10	18	34	60	-26
14 Atlanta United	28	34	5	13	16	38	63	-25
15 DC United	26	34	5	11	18	30	66	-36
01 San Diego FC	63	34	19	6	9	64	41	23
02 Vancouver Whitecaps	63	34	18	9	7	66	38	28
03 Los Angeles FC	60	34	17	9	8	65	40	25
04 Minnesota United FC	58	34	16	10	8	56	39	17
05 Seattle Sounders	55	34	15	10	9	58	48	10
06 Austin FC	47	34	13	8	13	37	45	-8
07 FC Dallas	44	34	11	11	12	52	55	-3
08 Portland Timbers	44	34	11	11	12	41	48	-7
09 Real Salt Lake	41	34	12	5	17	38	49	-11
10 San Jose Earthquakes	41	34	11	8	15	60	63	-3
11 Colorado Rapids	41	34	11	8	15	44	56	-12
12 Houston Dynamo	37	34	9	10	15	43	56	-13
13 St. Louis City	32	34	8	8	18	44	58	-14
14 Los Angeles Galaxy	30	34	7	9	18	46	66	-20
15 Sporting Kansas City	28	34	7	7	20	46	70	-24

Head To Head

14/09/2024 23:30

FC Cincinnati

0 - 0

Columbus Crew

MLS

11/05/2024 23:50

Columbus Crew

1 - 2

FC Cincinnati

MLS

02/12/2023 23:10

FC Cincinnati

2 - 2

Columbus Crew

MLS

20/08/2023 23:40

Columbus Crew

3 - 0

FC Cincinnati

MLS

20/05/2023 23:30

FC Cincinnati

3 - 2

Columbus Crew

MLS

27/08/2022 23:35

FC Cincinnati

2 - 2

Columbus Crew

MLS

Columbus Crew

17%

Draw

50%

FC Cincinnati

33%

Columbus Crew Last 6 matches

14/05/2025 23:30

Montreal Impact 1 - 1 Columbus Crew MLS

10/05/2025 23:30

Philadelphia Union 2 - 2 Columbus Crew MLS

03/05/2025 23:40

Columbus Crew 4 - 2 Charlotte FC MLS

26/04/2025 23:30

Columbus Crew 2 - 1 San Jose Earthquakes MLS

19/04/2025 20:40

Columbus Crew 0 - 1 Inter Miami CF MLS

13/04/2025 23:10

St. Louis City 1 - 2 Columbus Crew MLS

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches FC Cincinnati

14/05/2025 23:30

Toronto FC 0 - 1 FC Cincinnati MLS

10/05/2025 23:30

FC Cincinnati 2 - 1 Austin FC MLS

04/05/2025 19:10

New York City FC 1 - 0 FC Cincinnati MLS

26/04/2025 18:30

FC Cincinnati 2 - 1 Sporting Kansas City MLS

20/04/2025 00:30

Chicago Fire 2 - 3 FC Cincinnati MLS

12/04/2025 23:30

DC United 0 - 1 FC Cincinnati MLS

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues USA Major League Socce...

Played games

Goals

Scored

445

Avg. per game

1.70

Conceded

338

Avg. per game

1.30

Scored

437

Avg. per game

1.69

Conceded

404

Avg. per game

1.57

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 261 matches

YesNo

212 (81%)49 (19%)

In last 261 matches

NoYes

211 (82%)47 (18%)

Columbus Crew

Recent matches

FC Cincinnati

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

/Yes

(69%)31 14(31%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Columbus Crew

FC Cincinnati

Shots

Columbus Crew

Total shots

7.34 avg / game

Blocked

292 total

Avg. 2.35

FC Cincinnati

Total shots

7.18 avg / game

Blocked

308 total

Avg. 2.35

Columbus Crew Pass FC Cincinnati

Total passes

65110

Avg. 288 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

57848

Avg. 252 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Columbus Crew

261

Played games

FC Cincinnati

258

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.24

2.74

714

Corners

594

2.30

7.34

1917

Throw-ins

2202

8.53

1.03

269

Offsides

229

0.89

1.48

387

GK saves

398

1.54

Columbus Crew

DISCIPLINARY

FC Cincinnati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.71

186

255

0.99

0.01

0.03

5.17

1350

Fouls

1594

6.18

6.32

1650

Tackles

2000

7.75

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How We Build the Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati on 17 May 2025 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 FC Cincinnati 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 FC Cincinnati'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 FC Cincinnati sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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