Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew – Match Preview

As the Major League Soccer season unfolds, Atlanta United welcomes Columbus Crew. This match is at the iconic Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, July 20th. It starts at 23:30 GMT. Atlanta, placed 23rd with 25 points from 24 games, faces 6th-placed Columbus Crew. The Crew has 43 points from 22 matches. Atlanta United aims to use their home advantage to improve their position. Columbus Crew, known for their solid defense and impressive goal tally, seeks a win to maintain their top-tier status.

Atlanta United – Form

Atlanta United’s recent form has been inconsistent. They drew 2:2 with New York City FC at home on July 17, 2024. This result was unexpected due to the game’s high-scoring nature. Before this, they lost 1:0 to CF Montreal away. Atlanta couldn’t score even after Montreal’s defensive streak ended. They then suffered a 5:2 defeat to Real Salt Lake away, where their defense was overwhelmed.

Columbus Crew – Form

Columbus Crew has shown impressive form recently. Their last game, on July 17, 2024, against Charlotte FC, ended in a 1:1 draw at home. This result was surprising, as many expected a Crew victory. They previously defeated Los Angeles FC 5:1 away, ending LAFC’s 14-match unbeaten home streak. The Crew also secured a 4:0 win against Toronto FC at home, demonstrating their offensive strength.

Atlanta United – Columbus Crew – Head to Head

The last match between Atlanta United and Columbus Crew was on February 24, 2024. Columbus Crew won 1:0. In their last 10 meetings, Atlanta United won 2 games, while Columbus Crew won 6. The recent five matches saw both teams scoring in 3 games. Atlanta United has conceded in their last 16 matches against Columbus Crew. They also struggled to win in 11 of their last 13 games against them.

Atlanta United – Columbus Crew – Standings

In this new Major League Soccer season, Atlanta United and Columbus Crew are set for an exciting match. Atlanta is in 23rd place with 25 points from 24 matches. They aim to climb the standings. The team has scored 33 goals but conceded 35. Columbus Crew, in 6th place, has 43 points from 22 games. They have a strong defense, conceding only 20 goals and scoring 46. This match could set the tone for their seasons.

Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew – Top scorers

Atlanta United relies on their top scorers to challenge Columbus Crew’s defense. Midfielders Daniel Rios and Saba Lobzhanidze each scored 6 goals. Jamal Thiare added 5 goals. Xande Silva and Caleb Wiley contributed 2 and 1 goals, respectively. For Columbus Crew, Juan Hernandez leads with 13 goals. Diego Rossi scored 8 times, and Christian Ramirez has 7 goals. Defender Mohamed Farsi and forward Jacen Russell-Rowe each have 3 goals, showcasing a varied attack.

Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Columbus Crew with odds of 2.20 for an away win. Atlanta United’s odds for a home win are 2.88, and a draw is at 3.80. Columbus Crew’s strong form and head-to-head record against Atlanta suggest they are the favorites. The “halftime-fulltime” odds for an away team lead at halftime and fulltime are 2.75. The “draw-no-bet” market offers Atlanta backers a safety net at 2.10. The “double-chance” market for a Columbus win or draw is at 1.25.

Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew – Over/Under Betting

Exploring the Over/Under betting market, the odds suggest a high-scoring game. The “goals:over:2.5” is at 1.475, indicating at least three goals are expected. The “goals:over:3.5” offers odds of 2.10, appealing for those expecting a high-scoring match. Columbus Crew’s scoring ability and Atlanta United’s defensive challenges support this expectation.

Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew – BTTS Betting

The odds for “Both Teams to Score” stand at 1.444 for ‘Yes’ and 2.625 for ‘No’. In their last 9 encounters, both teams scored 7 times. Atlanta United’s recent defensive form and Columbus Crew’s scoring consistency make ‘BTTS: Yes’ at 1.444 a likely outcome.

Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew – Prediction