Columbus Crew vs New York City FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Columbus Crew

No standing data

1 - 0

FT 1-0

20/05/2026 19:30

New York City FC

No standing data

USA Open Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Columbus Crew vs New York City FC on 20 May 2026 (kick-off: 19:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Columbus Crew vs New York City FC preview before placing your bet.

Columbus Crew will face New York City FC in USA Open Cup on May 20, 2026 at 19:30.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.90.

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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

19:30

2026-05-20

Columbus Crew vs New York City FC - Prediction & Odds

Columbus Crew

New York City FC

2026-05-20 19:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/05/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Columbus Crew and New York City FC in the USA Open Cup football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

10/05/2026 16:40

New York City FC

3 - 0

Columbus Crew

MLS

17/09/2025 19:40

New York City FC

3 - 2

Columbus Crew

MLS

22/03/2025 19:30

Columbus Crew

0 - 0

New York City FC

MLS

31/08/2024 19:30

Columbus Crew

4 - 2

New York City FC

MLS

17/08/2024 18:00

Columbus Crew

1 - 1

New York City FC

NCAL Cup

14/06/2024 20:40

New York City FC

2 - 3

Columbus Crew

MLS

New York City FC

50%

Draw

33%

Columbus Crew

17%

Columbus Crew Last 6 matches

16/05/2026 19:40

Philadelphia Union 1 - 1 Columbus Crew

MLS

13/05/2026 19:40

New York Red Bulls 3 - 2 Columbus Crew

MLS

10/05/2026 16:40

New York City FC 3 - 0 Columbus Crew

MLS

02/05/2026 19:40

Columbus Crew 2 - 3 Minnesota United FC

MLS

29/04/2026 19:30

Columbus Crew 4 - 1 Knoxville troops

USA CUP

25/04/2026 19:40

Columbus Crew 2 - 0 Philadelphia Union

MLS

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches New York City FC

16/05/2026 19:40

New York Red Bulls 1 - 1 New York City FC

MLS

13/05/2026 19:20

Charlotte FC 0 - 1 New York City FC

MLS

10/05/2026 16:40

New York City FC 3 - 0 Columbus Crew

MLS

03/05/2026 15:10

New York City FC 0 - 2 DC United

MLS

29/04/2026 19:00

New York Red Bulls 1 - 3 New York City FC

USA CUP

25/04/2026 14:40

CF Montreal 1 - 0 New York City FC

MLS

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues USA Open Cup

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

Played games

Columbus Crew

New York City FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.80

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.20

Scored

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 10 home matches

YesNo

5 (50%)5 (50%)

In last 10 home matches

NoYes

7 (70%)3 (30%)

Columbus Crew

Recent matches

New York City FC

Under /Over

(70%)7 3(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)10 0(0%)

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(70%)7 3(30%)

Under /Over

(40%)4 6(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)5 5(50%)

/Yes

(50%)5 5(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)6 4(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Columbus Crew

New York City FC

Shots

Columbus Crew

Total shots

6.89 avg / game

Blocked

14 total

Avg. 2.00

New York City FC

Total shots

7.38 avg / game

Blocked

12 total

Avg. 2.40

Columbus Crew Pass New York City FC

Total passes

2793

Avg. 310 / game

Accurate

90%

Ball possession

61%

Total passes

2677

Avg. 335 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

58%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Columbus Crew

Played games

New York City FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

Clean sheets

0.30

2.90

Corners

2.20

5.80

Throw-ins

8.60

0.90

Offsides

2.10

0.80

GK saves

1.30

Columbus Crew

DISCIPLINARY

New York City FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.70

0.30

0.00

0.00

4.40

Fouls

5.30

4.00

Tackles

6.10

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Columbus Crew vs New York City FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Columbus Crew vs New York City FC on 20 May 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 Open Cup 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 New York City FC 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 New York City FC'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 Open Cup 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 Open Cup standings and the USA Open Cup form table to understand exactly where Columbus Crew and New York City FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our USA Open Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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