Philadelphia Union 1:1 Columbus Crew — Match Report
First half0 - 1
- 9(Foul)
- 10
- 26(Foul)
- 30(Foul)
- 45(Foul)
Second half1 - 0
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Head to Head meetings
Philadelphia Union – Columbus Crew
Philadelphia Union
Columbus Crew
- 2
Victories
- 4
Draws
- 6
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  2 | 6  |
Scored goals | 12 | 16 |
Average per game | 1 | 1.33 |
The biggest victory | 4-1 | 0-2 |
Philadelphia Union
Columbus Crew
Best statistical picks
Philadelphia Union – Columbus Crew
Both teams scored in 5 of the last 7 matches
Columbus Crew opened the score in 6 of the last 7 matches
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 4.5
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.30 | 3.70 | 2.75 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Columbus Crew
CheckLive's preview leans toward Columbus Crew — the visitors arrive with stronger recent form and a superior mental profile for the season opener. Philadelphia Union's five-game winless run and poor head-to-head record make this a tough ask even on home soil. The Crew's pressing system and transition speed should trouble a Union side that has lacked defensive coherence.
Both teams to score — No2.25
Medium confidence54%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
36.7
38.5
CheckSkill
47.8
51.5
CheckMental
26.6
30.8
CheckLive total39.7 vs 42.8+3.1
More match signals
Philadelphia Union (DNB)58%1.67
Philadelphia Union or draw54%1.40
Under 2.550%2.10
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew match?
Columbus Crew are favored to win based on stronger form, a dominant head-to-head record, and a superior mental profile. CheckLive's analysis gives the visitors a 51% edge, though Philadelphia's home advantage keeps the result uncertain. The Crew's recent three-game winning streak and six wins in 11 meetings with the Union underscore their status as the side most likely to take all three points in this season opener.
Which team has better form coming into this match?
Columbus Crew have the better form, having won three straight matches and scoring ten goals in the process, while Philadelphia Union are winless in five. The Crew's momentum from the end of last season carries into this opener, whereas the Union have struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity. Philadelphia's last five include three draws and two losses, with only four goals scored, highlighting their attacking frustrations.
Will both teams score in the Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew match?
Both teams have scored in three of the last five meetings, and Philadelphia have scored in four of their five winless games. However, Columbus's organized defense kept a clean sheet in the most recent meeting last April, so BTTS is not a given but remains a plausible outcome given the attacking talent on both sides.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.30 | 3.70 | 2.75 |