Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

Philadelphia Union

L D L W W

13th place in USA Major League Soccer

1-1

16/05/2026 19:40

Columbus Crew

L D W L W

11th place in USA Major League Soccer

USA Major League Soccer

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew on 16 May 2026 (kick-off: 19:40) 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 13th with 16 points after 18 matches.
Columbus Crew sit 11th with 20 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Columbus Crew to win with probability 40%.

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

19:40

2026-05-16

Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew - Prediction & Odds

Philadelphia Union

Columbus Crew

2026-05-16 19:40

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026

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

Philadelphia Union Last 6 matches

02/08/2026 06:40

Philadelphia Union 3 - 2 Atlanta United USA Major League Soccer

26/07/2026 06:40

Philadelphia Union 1 - 0 Seattle Sounders USA Major League Soccer

23/07/2026 06:40

Philadelphia Union 3 - 1 New York Red Bulls USA Major League Soccer

25/05/2026 06:10

Inter Miami CF 6 - 4 Philadelphia Union USA Major League Soccer

17/05/2026 06:40

Philadelphia Union 1 - 1 Columbus Crew USA Major League Soccer

14/05/2026 06:40

Orlando City 4 - 3 Philadelphia Union USA Major League Soccer

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Columbus Crew

02/08/2026 07:10

Inter Miami CF 2 - 2 Columbus Crew USA Major League Soccer

26/07/2026 06:20

Columbus Crew 2 - 1 FC Cincinnati USA Major League Soccer

23/07/2026 06:40

Columbus Crew 1 - 2 New York City FC USA Major League Soccer

13/07/2026 03:10

Columbus Crew 1 - 1 Burnley International Club Friendly

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

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

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

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.94

Scored

Avg. per game

0.89

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 18 matches

YesNo

6 (33%)12 (67%)

In last 18 matches

NoYes

12 (67%)6 (33%)

Philadelphia Union

Recent matches

Columbus Crew

Under /Over

(72%)13 5(28%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

Under /Over

(28%)5 13(72%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

Under /Over

(56%)10 8(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)8 10(56%)

/Yes

(67%)12 6(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(72%)13 5(28%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Philadelphia Union

Columbus Crew

Shots

Philadelphia Union

Total shots

10.63 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 2.71

Columbus Crew

Total shots

8.63 avg / game

Blocked

34 total

Avg. 2.62

Philadelphia Union Pass Columbus Crew

Total passes

4011

Avg. 251 / game

Accurate

74%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

6586

Avg. 412 / game

Accurate

89%

Ball possession

58%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Philadelphia Union

Played games

Columbus Crew

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.17

3.94

Corners

3.44

15.39

277

Throw-ins

192

10.67

0.78

Offsides

1.17

1.33

GK saves

1.56

Philadelphia Union

DISCIPLINARY

Columbus Crew

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.17

1.06

0.11

0.00

8.28

149

Fouls

115

6.39

5.67

102

Tackles

108

6.00

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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 16 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 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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