Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 August

Philadelphia Union

W W D L L

12th place in USA Major League Soccer

0-1

28/08/2024 23:40

Columbus Crew

W D L W W

2nd place in USA Major League Soccer

USA Major League Soccer

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew on 28 August 2024 (kick-off: 23:40) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew preview before placing your bet.

Philadelphia Union are currently 12th with 37 points after 34 matches.
Columbus Crew sit 2nd with 66 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Columbus Crew to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Philadelphia Union, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Columbus Crew have one win, while 2 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

23:40

2024-08-28

Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew - Prediction & Odds

Philadelphia Union

Columbus Crew

2024-08-28 23:40

STANDINGS UP TO 28/08/2024

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

01 Inter Miami CF	74	34	22	8	4	79	49	30
02 Columbus Crew	66	34	19	9	6	72	40	32
03 FC Cincinnati	59	34	18	5	11	58	48	10
04 Orlando City	52	34	15	7	12	59	50	9
05 Charlotte FC	51	34	14	9	11	46	37	9
06 New York City FC	50	34	14	8	12	54	49	5
07 New York Red Bulls	47	34	11	14	9	55	50	5
08 Montreal Impact	43	34	11	10	13	48	64	-16
09 Atlanta United	40	34	10	10	14	46	49	-3
10 DC United	40	34	10	10	14	52	70	-18
11 Toronto FC	37	34	11	4	19	40	61	-21
12 Philadelphia Union	37	34	9	10	15	62	55	7
13 Nashville	36	34	9	9	16	38	54	-16
14 New England Revolution	31	34	9	4	21	37	74	-37
15 Chicago Fire	30	34	7	9	18	40	62	-22
01 Los Angeles FC	64	34	19	7	8	63	43	20
02 Los Angeles Galaxy	64	34	19	7	8	69	50	19
03 Real Salt Lake	59	34	16	11	7	65	48	17
04 Seattle Sounders	57	34	16	9	9	51	35	16
05 Houston Dynamo	54	34	15	9	10	47	39	8
06 Minnesota United FC	52	34	15	7	12	58	49	9
07 Colorado Rapids	50	34	15	5	14	61	60	1
08 Vancouver Whitecaps	47	34	13	8	13	52	49	3
09 Portland Timbers	47	34	12	11	11	65	56	9
10 Austin FC	42	34	11	9	14	39	48	-9
11 FC Dallas	41	34	11	8	15	54	56	-2
12 St. Louis City	37	34	8	13	13	50	63	-13
13 Sporting Kansas City	31	34	8	7	19	51	66	-15
14 San Jose Earthquakes	21	34	6	3	25	41	78	-37

Head To Head

21/08/2024 23:30

Columbus Crew

3 - 1

Philadelphia Union

NCAL Cup

30/09/2023 23:30

Columbus Crew

1 - 1

Philadelphia Union

MLS

26/02/2023 00:40

Philadelphia Union

4 - 1

Columbus Crew

MLS

03/07/2022 23:35

Columbus Crew

0 - 0

Philadelphia Union

MLS

09/04/2022 22:00

Philadelphia Union

1 - 0

Columbus Crew

MLS

03/10/2021 20:00

Philadelphia Union

3 - 0

Columbus Crew

MLS

Philadelphia Union

50%

Draw

33%

Columbus Crew

17%

Philadelphia Union Last 6 matches

25/08/2024 20:30

Philadelphia Union 2 - 2 Colorado Rapids NCAL Cup

21/08/2024 23:30

Columbus Crew 3 - 1 Philadelphia Union NCAL Cup

17/08/2024 23:30

Philadelphia Union 1 - 1 Mazatlan FC NCAL Cup

13/08/2024 23:30

FC Cincinnati 2 - 4 Philadelphia Union NCAL Cup

09/08/2024 23:30

Philadelphia Union 2 - 0 Montreal Impact NCAL Cup

05/08/2024 00:00

Philadelphia Union 1 - 1 CDSyC Cruz Azul NCAL Cup

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Columbus Crew

25/08/2024 23:40

Columbus Crew 3 - 1 Los Angeles FC NCAL Cup

21/08/2024 23:30

Columbus Crew 3 - 1 Philadelphia Union NCAL Cup

17/08/2024 22:00

Columbus Crew 1 - 1 New York City FC NCAL Cup

13/08/2024 23:30

Columbus Crew 3 - 2 Inter Miami CF NCAL Cup

09/08/2024 23:30

Columbus Crew 4 - 0 Sporting Kansas City NCAL Cup

28/07/2024 00:00

Columbus Crew 4 - 1 Aston Villa INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

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

Philadelphia Union

Columbus Crew

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.94

Scored

Avg. per game

1.36

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.78

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 34 matches

YesNo

23 (68%)11 (32%)

In last 34 matches

NoYes

26 (72%)10 (28%)

Philadelphia Union

Recent matches

Columbus Crew

Under /Over

(88%)30 4(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)30 6(17%)

Under /Over

(44%)15 19(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

Under /Over

(65%)22 12(35%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

/Yes

(71%)24 10(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)21 15(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Philadelphia Union

Columbus Crew

Shots

Philadelphia Union

Total shots

5.91 avg / game

Blocked

41 total

Avg. 1.71

Columbus Crew

Total shots

5.94 avg / game

Blocked

44 total

Avg. 2.10

Philadelphia Union Pass Columbus Crew

Total passes

5253

Avg. 155 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

8726

Avg. 249 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

61%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Philadelphia Union

Played games

Columbus Crew

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.33

2.50

Corners

2.11

7.74

263

Throw-ins

253

7.03

1.03

Offsides

1.14

1.35

GK saves

1.28

Philadelphia Union

DISCIPLINARY

Columbus Crew

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.79

0.36

0.00

0.03

4.79

163

Fouls

129

3.58

7.38

251

Tackles

196

5.44

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew on 28 August 2024 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.

Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Philadelphia Union'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 Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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