Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls – Match Preview

The Major League Soccer Playoffs’ 1/8 round brings an exciting clash. Columbus Crew will welcome New York Red Bulls at Lower.com Field on Sunday, October 29th. The match kicks off at 22:45 GMT. Both teams, aiming for a top-six finish at the season’s start, now face off with much at stake. Columbus Crew seeks to leverage their home ground advantage. The New York Red Bulls aim to surprise the home team and keep their playoff hopes alive. This match promises to be a captivating showdown.

Columbus Crew – Form

At Lower.com Field, the Columbus Crew have been formidable recently. They secured a surprising 3-2 win against the New York Red Bulls on October 19th. Juan Hernandez was a standout, scoring twice. Before this, they overcame New England Revolution 4-0 and narrowly beat Philadelphia Union 3-2. These performances, aligning with bookmaker predictions, highlight the Crew’s strength at home.

New York Red Bulls – Form

The New York Red Bulls faced a 3-2 defeat to Columbus Crew on October 19, 2024. This result was unexpected by bookmakers. On October 5, they lost 2-1 to Atlanta United, a match marked by Dylan Nealis’s red card. However, they bounced back with a 4-1 win over Toronto FC. These outcomes show the Red Bulls’ unpredictable form recently.

Columbus Crew – New York Red Bulls – Head to Head

The teams last met on October 19, 2024, with Columbus Crew winning 3-2. In their past 10 meetings, Columbus Crew has won 6 times, New York Red Bulls 3, with one draw. This shows Columbus Crew’s slight edge in recent history. In the last five encounters, both teams scored in four games. Columbus Crew has a strong scoring record at home against the Red Bulls, not losing 15 of the last 17 matches at Lower.com Field.

Columbus Crew – New York Red Bulls – Standings

As the playoffs progress, standings become less focal, yet season goals remain relevant. Columbus Crew, aiming for a top-six finish, have shown they’re on the right path with their playoff spot. The New York Red Bulls, also eyeing the playoffs, have matched their pre-season expectations. Both teams now look to surpass these and move further in the MLS playoffs.

Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls – Top scorers

Juan Hernandez leads the home team’s attack with 19 goals. Diego Rossi, from midfield, has added 12 goals. Christian Ramirez and Jacen Russell-Rowe have scored 8 and 5 goals, respectively. Mohamed Farsi also contributed 4 goals. For the away team, Lewis Morgan is the top scorer with 13 goals. Emil Forsberg has 9, while Elias Manoel scored 8. Cameron Harper and Dante Vanzeir each have 5 and 4 goals, showcasing a diverse attack.

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

Bookmakers have set even odds of 1.00 for all outcomes, indicating no clear favorite. Columbus Crew’s recent form and their historical success against the Red Bulls, particularly at home, suggest they have the upper hand. Their consistent scoring against the Red Bulls strengthens this view, despite the evenly set odds.

For alternative betting options, “halftime-fulltime” bets offer higher odds but with more risk. “Draw-no-bet” and “double-chance” bets might suit those seeking safer options. A “double-chance” bet on Columbus Crew to win or draw could be appealing, based on their scoring consistency and home advantage.

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

Historical data and recent form suggest a trend towards moderate scoring in Columbus Crew home matches against the Red Bulls, with under 3.5 goals in 16 of the last 18 games. The “Over 2.5” bet at odds of 2.00 might attract some bettors. Meanwhile, the “Under 2.5” option at odds of 1.80 caters to those expecting a tighter match.

Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls – BTTS Betting

The BTTS market is interesting, given that both teams scored in 7 of their last 8 meetings. Columbus Crew’s strong home scoring streak against the Red Bulls supports the “BTTS: Yes” outcome. However, the Red Bulls’ recent form shows variability in their scoring away from home.

Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls – Prediction