New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew – Match Preview

In an exciting opening round of Major League Soccer, the New York Red Bulls will host Columbus Crew. This event takes place at the Red Bull Arena on Friday, October 19th, with a kickoff time of 22:00 GMT. The Red Bulls, who are in 15th place with 47 points, aim to climb higher. Meanwhile, the 3rd-ranked Columbus Crew, holding 63 points, seeks to maintain their high standing. Both teams are eager for a win to kick off the season on a high note. The Red Bulls are determined to surpass expectations. The Crew is focused on demonstrating their strength as top contenders.

New York Red Bulls – Form

The New York Red Bulls have faced challenges in their recent Major League Soccer matches. They were defeated 2:1 by Atlanta United on October 5th, as expected by bookmakers. A heavy 5:1 loss to New York City FC followed, upsetting their odds. Before these setbacks, they secured a 2:2 draw with Atlanta United at their home ground. Serge Ngoma and Dante Vanzeir, who scored twice, have been key in their offensive efforts despite these challenges.

Columbus Crew – Form

The Columbus Crew’s performance has been varied in their last three Major League Soccer games. They achieved a 4-0 win over New England Revolution at home on October 12th, meeting bookmakers’ expectations. A narrow 3-2 victory against Philadelphia Union followed, with Juan Hernandez scoring twice and Mohamed Farsi once. However, a 2-3 loss to Inter Miami CF interrupted their winning streak, revealing some defensive weaknesses despite their strong attack.

New York Red Bulls – Columbus Crew – Head to Head

The last encounter between the New York Red Bulls and Columbus Crew was on March 16, 2024. The Crew won 3:0 in this Major League Soccer match. In their past 10 meetings, the Red Bulls have won 3 times, while the Crew has won 6 times. This record shows the Crew’s relative dominance. In their last five matchups, both teams scored in 3 games. The Red Bulls have scored in their last 21 home matches against the Crew. They have also avoided defeat in 8 of their last 10 home games against them, despite losing 3 of the last 4 matches when scoring less than 1.5 goals.

New York Red Bulls – Columbus Crew – Standings

As the Major League Soccer season begins at Red Bull Arena, the New York Red Bulls are in 15th place. They have 47 points from 33 matches and a goal difference of +6. This reflects their mid-table expectations at the start of the season. Conversely, Columbus Crew is in 3rd place with 63 points and a +31 goal difference. They have met their pre-season expectations as contenders for top honors. The Red Bulls, however, have struggled to consistently perform well, leaving them with much to prove in this match.

New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew – Top scorers

Lewis Morgan leads the attack for the home team, scoring 13 times from midfield. Elias Manoel has also been effective, adding 8 goals. Emil Forsberg, another key midfielder, has scored 7 goals. Cameron Harper and Dante Vanzeir have contributed with 5 and 4 goals, respectively. This makes for a strong offensive lineup.

For the away team, Juan Hernandez has been outstanding, scoring 19 goals. Diego Rossi, from midfield, has scored 12 times. Christian Ramirez and Jacen Russell-Rowe have added 8 and 5 goals, respectively. Mohamed Farsi has also scored 4 goals, ensuring the Crew has a varied attack.

New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers offer odds of 2.40 for a New York Red Bulls win, 3.50 for a draw, and 2.75 for a Columbus Crew victory. The Red Bulls have a slight edge at home. However, the Crew’s superior form and league standing make this a closely contested match. The Crew’s recent dominance and the Red Bulls’ inconsistent performances suggest an away win is possible. Yet, the Red Bulls have a history of scoring at home against this opponent.

Alternative betting markets include “halftime-fulltime” with odds of 2.875 for a home team lead at halftime and a full-time win. The “draw-no-bet” market offers a safer bet for the Red Bulls at 1.727. The “double-chance” market gives odds of 1.286 for either a Crew win or a draw, catering to those who believe the away team will not lose.

New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals odds are set at 1.57, hinting at a game with more than two goals. Historical matchups suggest fewer than 3.5 goals, matching the “Under 3.5” odds of 1.57. The Red Bulls have been consistent scorers at home against the Crew. However, they’ve recently tended to score less than 1.5 goals against them. The Crew’s 69 goals this season suggest they can increase the goal tally. Thus, the “Over 2.5” at 1.57 is an appealing option, while the “Under 3.5” at 1.57 suits those expecting a closer game.

New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are 1.50, indicating a fair chance of both teams scoring. In 6 of their last 7 meetings, both teams have scored. The Red Bulls have scored in their last 21 home matches against the Crew. Recent trends show a mix, with both teams scoring in 2 of the last 5 games for both teams. Given the Red Bulls’ scoring consistency at home and the Crew’s attacking strength, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.50 is a likely outcome for this match.

New York Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew – Prediction