Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Apr 2026
MLS Betting Preview: Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew
Atlanta United meet Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with kick-off set for 19:30 on Saturday 4 April.
It’s time to back Over 2.5 at -147 for the Total Goals, with Atlanta and Columbus set to contest a high-scoring encounter. We think the price is appealing when it comes to three goals or more being scored.
Atlanta United had a 0-0 draw in their last game. This was at home to D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Georgia side dominated possession with 71% of the ball and had three shots on target.
Columbus Crew have been defeated in back-to-back MLS games. Away from home, they recently suffered a 2-1 loss against Toronto FC at BMO Field. Henrik Rydstroem's team managed four shots on goal and enjoyed 56% possession, with Wessam Abou Ali finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Columbus have beaten Atlanta in the last two encounters. The most recent was a 5-4 away win at Mercedes-Benz Stadium after a 3-1 home victory at Lower.com Field. It’s been six Columbus wins, two draws and two Atlanta victories in the past 10 H2H matches.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 |  Atlanta United |
5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -3 | 5:8 | 4 |
| 29 |  Columbus Crew |
5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -3 | 5:8 | 2 |
1 win, 6 losses and 3 draws, averaging 0.7 goals from 3.5 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts. Atlanta have had 49.9% possession and 3.4 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.7 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.6 corners.
Aleksey Miranchuk leads the way with 3 goals, Miguel Almiron has 2, with Emmanuel Latte Lath and Tomas Jacob scoring 1. Miguel Almiron and Emmanuel Latte Lath are tied for the most assists on 2.
Columbus have 2 victories, 5 defeats and 3 draws, averaging 5.2 shots on goal, 9.1 attempts and 1.4 goals. The Ohio club average 56.2% possession, 5.9 corners awarded and 4.8 corners against, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 7.6 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal.
Wessam Abou Ali and Marcelo Herrera have scored 3, followed by Diego Rossi with 2. Max Arfsten and Lassi Lappalainen have both managed 2 assists in the previous 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Atlanta United predicted lineup (4-3-3): Lucas Hoyos (GK), Tomás Jacob, Stian Gregersen, Enea Mihaj, Elias Baez, Cooper Sanchez, Tristan Muyumba, Matías Galarza Fonda, Alexey Miranchuk, Emmanuel Latte Lath, Miguel Almirón.
Columbus Crew predicted lineup (4-4-2): Patrick Schulte (GK), Andres Herrera, Steven Moreira, Sean Zawadzki, Malte Amundsen, Taha Habroune, Dylan Chambost, Andre Gomes, Max Arfsten, Diego Rossi, Wessam Abou Ali.
Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Prediction & Betting Tips
From our main match prediction to correct score advice, a corners pick, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew betting preview covers it all.
Match Prediction
There are reasons to suggest goals are on the cards for this MLS fixture. Therefore, backing Over 2.5 Goals looks the ticket, especially at attractive betting odds of -147.
The football tipsters at Sportsgambler.com regularly look at the injury situatuation along with the MLS form guide. We have a wide range of stats at our disposal which means we can illustrate the key data to readers.
Key Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew league stats:
The odds at the best football bookies suggest our pick has a 59.5% chance of winning. Our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 65-70%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
If you’re anticipating a few goals to be scored, there’s the option to back Over 3.5 Goals at larger odds. There’s the opportunity to celebrate when both teams score, with four or more needed in total.
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Correct Score Prediction
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1
Columbus
We’re predicting Atlanta to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +700. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.
Player Prop Picks
Aleksei Miranchuk (Atlanta) has managed three goals in his past five MLS games. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +300.
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Corners Prediction
The 4.5 corners line has not been covered by Atlanta in their past five games. We can use these numbers for our gain, with odds of -147 that Atlanta come up short when it comes to the Team Corners line.
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Columbus
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Bet Builder Tips
Get in the game with a bet builder. Our picks are Over 2.5, Atlanta to cover the +0.25 Asian Handicap merged with Atlanta to finish with under 4.5 corners.
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Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The 1x2 odds are available for this MLS encounter and you can secure +132 that Columbus Crew are victorious and +185 that Atlanta United get the job done. Those wanting to wager the draw with the bookmakers can secure +255.
Columbus -0.25 on the Asian Handicap can be backed at -100. It means your stake is split between 0 and -0.5, with a full payout if they beat Atlanta. Half your stake is refunded if we see a draw.
The expectation is that Over 2.5 Goals will be scored according to the latest odds. BTTS betting is always a warm order and you can bet Yes at -182 on the Both Teams to Score market.
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Diego Rossi is available at +165 when it comes to Anytime Goalscorer, with the favourite priced at odds of +450 to find the net first.
Atlanta have recorded six draws, three losses and one win in the previous 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.70 goals per match and conceding 1.80.
Columbus are winless in the last eight away games. Henrik Rydstroem's team have managed six losses, three draws and one victory in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 2.00.
The previous Mercedes-Benz Stadium encounter involved a 5-4 Columbus win against Atlanta. In the previous 7 H2H meetings at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, we have seen four Columbus victories, two Atlanta wins and one draw.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta United Home Stats |
1-6-3 | 3.50 | 1.70 | 1.80 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 2 | |
| Columbus Crew Away Stats |
1-3-6 | 3.40 | 1.40 | 2.00 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- MLS: 14/09 2025 Atlanta 4 Columbus 5
- MLS: 26/06 2025 Columbus 3 Atlanta 1
- MLS: 21/07 2024 Atlanta 2 Columbus 1
- MLS: 24/02 2024 Columbus 1 Atlanta 0
- MLS: 13/11 2023 Columbus 4 Atlanta 2
- MLS: 08/11 2023 Atlanta 4 Columbus 2
- MLS: 02/11 2023 Columbus 2 Atlanta 0
- MLS: 08/10 2023 Atlanta 1 Columbus 1
- MLS: 26/03 2023 Columbus 6 Atlanta 1
- MLS: 21/08 2022 Columbus 2 Atlanta 2
Atlanta United League Stats
Columbus Crew League Stats
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 3 defeats and 6 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 3.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 6.30 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.10 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 49.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 56.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Atlanta United this season are Aleksey Miranchuk (3), Emmanuel Latte Lath (1), Tomas Jacob (1)
- Top Assistors for Atlanta United this season are Emmanuel Latte Lath (2), Miguel Almiron (2), Elias Baez (1)
Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Lineups & Team News
Check the Atlanta vs Columbus team news before you place your bets. Expect the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups along with timely injury updates.
Atlanta United Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Columbus Crew Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Atlanta United Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Columbus Crew Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Previous Atlanta United Lineups
Previous Columbus Crew Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Atlanta United Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Gerardo Martino
Columbus Crew Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 13:2 | 13 |
| 2 | Los Angeles FC | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8:0 | 13 |
| 3 | Vancouver | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 14:2 | 12 |
| 4 | SJ Earthquakes | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 7:1 | 12 |
| 5 | San Diego | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 13:5 | 11 |
| 6 | NYCFC | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13:6 | 10 |
| 7 | Seattle Sounders | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5:2 | 10 |
| 8 | Real Salt Lake | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:7 | 10 |
| 9 | Inter Miami | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:8 | 10 |
| 10 | Colorado Rapids | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11:7 | 9 |
| 11 | Charlotte FC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:6 | 8 |
| 12 | FC Dallas | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:9 | 8 |
| 13 | Chicago Fire | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:5 | 7 |
| 14 | D.C. United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4:4 | 7 |
| 15 | Toronto FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6:8 | 7 |
| 16 | NY Red Bulls | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5:11 | 7 |
| 17 | Houston Dynamo | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8:9 | 6 |
| 18 | FC Cincinnati | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7:11 | 6 |
| 19 | LA Galaxy | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 7:8 | 5 |
| 20 | Austin FC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:7 | 5 |
| 21 | Minnesota Utd | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:11 | 5 |
| 22 | Atlanta United | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:8 | 4 |
| 23 | St. Louis | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4:7 | 4 |
| 24 | Portland Timbers | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7:12 | 4 |
| 25 | Sporting KC | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:11 | 4 |
| 26 | NE Revolution | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8:9 | 3 |
| 27 | CF Montréal | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7:14 | 3 |
| 28 | Orlando City | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5:17 | 3 |
| 29 | Columbus Crew | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5:8 | 2 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3:9 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12:2 | 9 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10:1 | 9 |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6:0 | 9 |
| 4 | FC Dallas | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10:8 | 8 |
| 5 | San Diego | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9:2 | 7 |
| 6 | Charlotte FC | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9:2 | 7 |
| 7 | NYCFC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:4 | 6 |
| 8 | Colorado Rapids | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 6 |
| 9 | SJ Earthquakes | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:1 | 6 |
| 10 | FC Cincinnati | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:4 | 6 |
| 11 | Real Salt Lake | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 12 | Houston Dynamo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 13 | Austin FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3:2 | 5 |
| 14 | LA Galaxy | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:3 | 4 |
| 15 | Atlanta United | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 4 |
| 16 | St. Louis | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 17 | Toronto FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
| 18 | Minnesota Utd | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 19 | Portland Timbers | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 20 | NE Revolution | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 3 |
| 21 | Chicago Fire | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 3 |
| 22 | Seattle Sounders | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 23 | D.C. United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 24 | Orlando City | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5:7 | 3 |
| 25 | NY Red Bulls | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 3 |
| 26 | Columbus Crew | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:1 | 1 |
| 27 | Sporting KC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | 1 |
| 28 | Inter Miami | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 29 | CF Montréal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:5 | 0 |
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