Columbus Crew vs. Cincinnati FC Betting Odds and Free Picks

This Saturday, the MLS Eastern Conference prepares for a big clash as Columbus Crew hosts FC Cincinnati in the battle for the top spot.

Columbus missed a great opportunity last time, drawing 1-1 on the road against Montréal.

Cincinnati, on the other hand, got the job done in Canada by defeating Toronto 0-1, gaining an edge at the top of the table.

Columbus Crew vs. Cincinnati FC Betting Odds and Info

Why Bet on Columbus Crew?

Columbus Crew is one of the top contenders in the Eastern Conference and a favorite to win the MLS title. With 26 points from seven wins, five draws, and one loss, they currently sit in third place, just two points behind leaders Cincinnati.

As their record shows, their main issue has been drawing too many matches. They’ve tied their last two games on the road, including a 1-1 result against bottom-placed Montréal last Wednesday.

At home, they haven’t been particularly dominant —in fact, their only loss of the season came at their stadium, 0-1 against Inter Miami. They’ve recorded four wins, two draws, and that single defeat at home, although they’ve won their last two matches in the Lower.com Field.

Diego Rossi leads the team in scoring with six goals and two assists. Jacen Russell-Rowe has also stood out with five goals and one assist.

Why Bet on Cincinnati FC?

Cincinnati has taken over the top spot. They’re not only leading the Eastern Conference but also the entire MLS. With 28 points from nine wins, one draw, and three losses, they sit above everyone else.They’ve scored 18 goals and conceded 14—numbers that, compared to other teams, aren’t precisely high for a league leader.

They’re coming off a 1-0 win over Toronto, with a goal from Kévin Denkey, their second consecutive win and seventh in their last eight matches. Interestingly, only one of their victories this season has been by more than a one-goal margin, which helps explain the modest goal difference.

They’re the best away team in the league, although they’re a bit of an outlier. They’ve earned 12 points on the road with four wins and three draws, scoring eight goals and conceding ten, resulting in a negative goal differential. Those four wins all came in their last five away games.

Denkey and Evander are the team’s top scorers, each with seven goals, with the Brazilian also contributing two assists.

Final Betting Analysis: Columbus Crew vs. Cincinnati FC

The Columbus Crew has been struggling lately, unlike Cincinnati, which is the best away team in the league. However, we believe they will manage to secure a draw.

The numbers at Gambyl Exchange favor the Columbus Crew, with a Moneyline of +105, while Cincinnati FC stands at +251, and a draw at +260.

The last time these two teams faced each other was on September 14, 2024, in Cincinnati, and they drew 0-0. Meanwhile, the last time they met in Columbus, the visitors won 1-2.

Go for a draw. If you bet $100 at +260, you will gain $260 for a total payout of $360.

Columbus Crew vs. Cincinnati FC Betting Pick: Draw