Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 27 Sep 2025

MLS Betting Preview: Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew

Chicago Fire host Columbus Crew in this MLS clash at Soldier Field, with kick-off set for 20:30 on Saturday 27 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Fire Set to Deliver Victory

We can’t pass up the opportunity to back Chicago considering they are +104 to record a victory over Columbus. We’ll take this Full-Time Result bet with confidence based on the available stats.

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Crew H2H Record Includes 8 Wins in 10

Chicago Fire won last time out by a 3-0 scoreline. It was on the road against Minnesota United at Allianz Field. Gregg Berhalter's side boasted 58% possession and had seven shots on target, while Joel Waterman, Dje D'Avilla and Philip Zinckernagel each scored one goal.

Columbus Crew hosted Toronto FC in their previous game, ending in a 1-1 draw at Lower.com Field. The Ohio club were 52% in the possession stakes and recorded two shots on goal, while Wessam Abou Ali found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Columbus have five straight victories against Chicago. Their last encounter saw Columbus make home advantage count at Lower.com Field, winning 4-2. The previous 10 H2H meetings have involved eight Columbus wins, a single draw and one Chicago victory.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
12	Columbus Crew	31	13	11	7	51	47	4	51:47	50
13	Chicago Fire	30	13	6	11	57	53	4	57:53	45

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5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 9.8 attempts. Chicago have had 50.0% possession and 4.3 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.7 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 9.8 attempts, while being awarded 3.9 corners.

Top scorers are Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers on 5 goals, while Jonathan Bamba has racked up 2. Philip Zinckernagel has made the most assists with 4.

Columbus have won 3, lost 4 and drawn 3, with an average of 9.1 attempts, 4.8 shots on goal and 1.7 goals. The Crew average 56.0% possession, 4.9 corners awarded and 3.3 corners against them, while 2.0 goals have been conceded from 4.6 shots on goal and 8.2 attempts.

Diego Rossi has scored 6 goals, followed by Wessam Abou Ali and Daniel Gazdag on 3. Max Arfsten and Daniel Gazdag are the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Chicago Fire predicted lineup (3-4-3): Chris Brady (GK), Joel Waterman, Jack Elliott, Samuel Rogers, Jonathan Bamba, André Franco, Djé D'Avilla, Philip Zinckernagel, Jonathan Dean, Hugo Cuypers, Andrew Gutman.

Columbus Crew predicted lineup (4-4-2): Patrick Schulte (GK), Andres Herrera, Yevgen Cheberko, Steven Moreira, Malte Amundsen, Hugo Picard, Darlington Nagbe, Dylan Chambost, Max Arfsten, Dániel Gazdag, Wessam Abou Ali.

Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve got your Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew bets covered, including our expert match prediction, correct score tip, corners outlook, must-see player props and a tailored bet builder built for value.

Match Prediction

Chicago look like an attractive bet at +104 and we think they can win this MLS clash. We’ll place this wager with confidence and there’s plenty of juice in the available price.

Our football betting tips are provided off the back of having access to the very latest team news. We also think it’s vital to study the form guide and delve into the most pertinent MLS stats before coming up with a verdict.

Key Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew league stats:

• Chicago have won 3 of their last 5 games.

Fire to Win Probability

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 49% chance of landing a return. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

For those that think Chicago will be able to oblige with a victory along with achieving a shut out, then we recommend backing them to win along with the BTTS No option at bigger odds.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Chicago 2 - 1 Columbus

One bet that has caught our eye is Chicago to claim a 2-1 correct score win. This selection is available at +700 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Dániel Gazdag Over 0.5 Shots On Target -132

Dániel Gazdag (Columbus) is available to register one or more shots on goal at -132. In conclusion, we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to betting on Shots on Target.

Latest Dániel Gazdag Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+270

First

+800

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-132

Under 0.5

-135

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Philip Zinckernagel to Score +200

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago) has scored at least one goal in three straight MLS games. We believe this is the best of the player props, with a healthy +200 available when it comes to betting him to score at any time.

Latest Philip Zinckernagel Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+200

First

+600

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-161

Under 0.5

+102

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners -119

There has been 7.60 corners on average in the past ten Chicago home games. There’s the opportunity to go under the Total Corners line and we’re expecting this to happen, with odds of -119 on offer.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Chicago

Total

8.20 4.30 3.90

Home

7.60 4.80 2.80

Away

10.90 4.30 6.60

Columbus

Total

8.20 4.90 3.30

Home

8.80 6.00 2.80

Away

7.90 4.00 3.90

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-119

Under 9.5

-119

Chicago Corners

Over 4.5

-110

Under 4.5

-125

Columbus Corners

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-150

Most Corners

1

-105

X

+600

2

+112

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Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Fire Match Odds Suggest Victory

Chicago Fire are regarded as having a 49% chance of winning this MLS clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are +104. If you want to wager on the underdog, Columbus Crew have been priced up at +210.

If you think that Chicago are able to beat Columbus, then the -125 could be the option for you on the Asian Handicap -0.25. Built into this bet is the half stake refund should the scoreline end level.

The lowest odds can be found for Over 2.5 Goals, which means at least three goals being netted. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -227 for the BTTS Yes option.

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Full-Time Result

1

+104

X

+300

2

+210

Half-Time Result

1

+155

X

+150

2

+235

Double Chance

1X

-286

12

-417

X2

-133

Draw No Bet

1

-182

2

+132

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-125

2 Hcp +0.25

-100

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+160

Over 2.5

-204

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-227

No

+160

Hugo Cuypers Favourite to Find the Net First

Favourite Hugo Cuypers is available at +350 to be the First Goalscorer. Similar odds apply if you’re interested in him to score the last goal.

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)

First

+110

Anytime

+350

Wessam Abou Ali (Columbus)

First

+135

Anytime

+410

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)

First

+200

Anytime

+600

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago)

First

+250

Anytime

+750

Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago)

First

+270

Anytime

+800

Dániel Gazdag (Columbus)

First

+270

Anytime

+800

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)

First

+300

Anytime

+900

Jacen Russell-Rowe (Columbus)

First

+320

Anytime

+900

Rominigue Kouamé (Chicago)

First

+380

Anytime

+1150

Ibrahim Aliyu (Columbus)

First

+390

Anytime

+1100

Max Arfsten (Columbus)

First

+430

Anytime

+1200

André Franco (Chicago)

First

+480

Anytime

+1400

Jonathan Dean (Chicago)

First

+500

Anytime

+1500

Andrew Gutman (Chicago)

First

+500

Anytime

+1500

Sergio Oregel (Chicago)

First

+600

Anytime

+1800

Dylan Chambost (Columbus)

First

+700

Anytime

+2200

Mauricio Pineda (Chicago)

First

+700

Anytime

+2200

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-161

Under 0.5

+102

Dániel Gazdag (Columbus)

Over 0.5

-132

Under 0.5

-135

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-118

Under 0.5

-133

Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-105

Under 0.5

-149

Jacen Russell-Rowe (Columbus)

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-175

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+105

Under 0.5

-167

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)

Over 1.5

+120

Under 1.5

-189

Ibrahim Aliyu (Columbus)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-244

Max Arfsten (Columbus)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-278

Rominigue Kouamé (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-250

André Franco (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-345

Jonathan Dean (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-455

Andrew Gutman (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+215

Under 0.5

-476

Dylan Chambost (Columbus)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-667

Sergio Oregel (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-526

Mauricio Pineda (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+300

Under 0.5

-625

Previous Three H2H Soldier Field Clashes Have Involved Columbus Beating Chicago

Chicago have managed five losses, four victories and one draw in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.60.

Columbus have recorded four draws, four defeats and two victories in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.70 goals per game and conceding 2.30.

The most recent Soldier Field meeting saw Columbus claim a 3-1 win over Chicago. The past 5 H2H games at Soldier Field have involved three Columbus wins, one Chicago victory and one draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Chicago Fire Home Stats		4-1-5	2.90	1.30	1.60	6	4	6	4
Columbus Crew Away Stats		2-4-4	4.00	1.70	2.30	6	4	8	2

• 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

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Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew Lineups & Team News

Always review the Chicago vs Columbus team news before locking in your bets. We’ll provide full coverage of predicted and confirmed MLS lineups alongside the newest injury information.

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