FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 October

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FC Cincinnati

WWDLD

7th place in USA Major League Soccer

? - ?

18/10/2026 16:00

Columbus Crew

WLLLD

10th place in USA Major League Soccer

USA Major League Soccer

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew on 18 October 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew preview before placing your bet.

FC Cincinnati will face Columbus Crew in USA Major League Soccer on October 18, 2026 at 16:00.
FC Cincinnati are currently 7th with 20 points after 15 matches.
Columbus Crew sit 10th with 16 points from 15 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2026

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

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

FC Cincinnati Last 6 matches

24/05/2026 06:40

FC Cincinnati 6 - 2 Orlando City

USA Major League Soccer

17/05/2026 08:40

San Diego FC 3 - 3 FC Cincinnati

USA Major League Soccer

14/05/2026 06:40

FC Cincinnati 3 - 5 Inter Miami CF

USA Major League Soccer

10/05/2026 06:40

Charlotte FC 2 - 2 FC Cincinnati

USA Major League Soccer

03/05/2026 07:40

Chicago Fire 2 - 3 FC Cincinnati

USA Major League Soccer

26/04/2026 06:40

FC Cincinnati 2 - 0 New York Red Bulls

USA Major League Soccer

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Columbus Crew

25/05/2026 04:10

Columbus Crew 2 - 0 Atlanta United

USA Major League Soccer

21/05/2026 06:30

Columbus Crew 1 - 0 New York City FC

USA Open Cup

17/05/2026 06:40

Philadelphia Union 1 - 1 Columbus Crew

USA Major League Soccer

14/05/2026 06:40

New York Red Bulls 3 - 2 Columbus Crew

USA Major League Soccer

11/05/2026 03:40

New York City FC 3 - 0 Columbus Crew

USA Major League Soccer

03/05/2026 06:40

Columbus Crew 2 - 3 Minnesota United FC

USA Major League Soccer

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues USA Major League Socce...

Played games

FC Cincinnati

Columbus Crew

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.86

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.86

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 7 home matches

YesNo

6 (86%)1 (14%)

In last 7 home matches

NoYes

5 (71%)2 (29%)

FC Cincinnati

Recent matches

Columbus Crew

Under /Over

(86%)6 1(14%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)5 2(29%)

Under /Over

(71%)5 2(29%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)2 5(71%)

Under /Over

(71%)5 2(29%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(29%)2 5(71%)

/Yes

(57%)4 3(43%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(43%)3 4(57%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Cincinnati

Columbus Crew

Shots

FC Cincinnati

Total shots

5.83 avg / game

Blocked

7 total

Avg. 1.40

Columbus Crew

Total shots

7.43 avg / game

Blocked

12 total

Avg. 2.40

FC Cincinnati Pass Columbus Crew

Total passes

1272

Avg. 212 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

2449

Avg. 350 / game

Accurate

89%

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Cincinnati

Played games

Columbus Crew

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.43

1.71

Corners

3.43

7.00

Throw-ins

7.86

0.86

Offsides

1.29

1.43

GK saves

1.00

FC Cincinnati

DISCIPLINARY

Columbus Crew

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.14

1.00

0.14

0.00

6.57

Fouls

5.86

4.14

Tackles

4.86

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How We Build the FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew on 18 October 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.

FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Cincinnati's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Columbus Crew'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 FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew 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 Major League Soccer predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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