Kevin Gbamblé scored one and teed up another as Columbus Crew 2 edged Atlanta United 2 3-2, a result that keeps their play-off hopes alive without a next fixture currently scheduled. The home side were clinical in the opening exchanges, with Gbamblé's early strike and Zach Zengue's finish giving them a two-goal cushion, but Atlanta United 2 hit back through Arif Kovac's fine effort just after the half-hour mark.
Columbus Crew 2 3:2 Atlanta United 2 — Match Report
First half2 - 1
- 30(Foul)
Second half1 - 1
- 70O. Taylor
- 75(Simulation)
- 76(Dissent)
- 79(Simulation)
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Columbus Crew 2 vs Atlanta United 2?
Columbus Crew 2 3-2 Atlanta United 2 (MLS Next Pro).
Who scored?
Kevin Gbamblé (6', assist Owen Presthus) for Columbus Crew 2; Zach Zengue (11', assist Kevin Gbamblé) for Columbus Crew 2; Arif Kovac (31', assist Ignacio Suarez-Couri) for Atlanta United 2; Chase Adams (63', assist Tarun Karumanchi) for Columbus Crew 2; Cameron Dunbar (82', assist Santiago Pita) for Atlanta United 2.
Was Columbus Crew 2's win deserved?
Yes — Columbus Crew 2 were on top for most of the match.
Were there any cards in Columbus Crew 2 vs Atlanta United 2?
Yellow cards: Gianmarco Di Noto (Columbus Crew 2); Chase Adams (Columbus Crew 2); Santiago Pita (Atlanta United 2); Cameron Dunbar (Atlanta United 2).
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Head to Head meetings
Columbus Crew 2 – Atlanta United 2
Columbus Crew 2
Atlanta United 2
- 4
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 2
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  4 | 2  |
Scored goals | 14 | 11 |
Average per game | 2.33 | 1.83 |
The biggest victory | 2-0 | 2-3 |
Form
Columbus Crew 2
- 5Matches
- 8Goals
- 1.6Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 0Draws
- 2Losses
Atlanta United 2
- 5Matches
- 10Goals
- 2Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 0Draws
- 2Losses
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Columbus Crew 2
CheckLive's preview leans toward Columbus Crew 2, powered by their excellent recent run and slight edge in form metrics. Atlanta United 2's alternating results and ability to produce goals on the road keep this tie competitive. Expect another open, high-scoring affair.
Over 3.5
Medium confidence59%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
57.4
57
CheckSkill
52.9
51.2
CheckMental
68.8
68.8
CheckLive total63.5 vs 56.8+6.7Columbus Crew 2: 57.7 + 5.8 for home advantage = 63.5
More match signals
BTTS 1H — Yes68%
Over 4.564%
Both teams to score — Yes62%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Columbus Crew 2 and Atlanta United 2?
CheckLive's analysis favours Columbus Crew 2 to win, thanks to their four wins in five and home advantage. The model gives them a 59% chance, though Atlanta's H2H success means caution is warranted.
Which team has better form going into this match?
Columbus Crew 2 have better form with a three-match winning streak and four wins in five. Atlanta United 2 have been inconsistent, splitting their last five with two wins and three losses.
Will both teams score in this MLS Next Pro match?
Based on the head-to-head history averaging 7.6 goals per game, both teams scoring is highly likely. Each of the last five meetings saw goals at both ends, so backing BTTS looks solid.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
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Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |