New York City vs Columbus Crew Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 10 May 2026

MLS Betting Preview: New York City vs Columbus Crew

New York City host Columbus Crew at Yankee Stadium, with kick-off set for 16:30 on Sunday 10 May.

There’s a strong case for goals to be scored when New York City and Columbus lock horns. Therefore, we’re going to back Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market, especially at attractive odds of -139.

New York City FC were beaten 2-0 at Citi Field in their last league game. This defeat to D.C. United was their second MLS loss on the spin. The Pigeons enjoyed a remarkable 73% of possession and had four shots on target.

Columbus Crew lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Minnesota United 3-2 at Lower.com Field. Henrik Rydstroem's side boasted 66% possession and had four shots on goal, with Taha Habroune and Hugo Picard finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last clash between City and Columbus saw the former triumph at home. It was a 3-2 scoreline at Yankee Stadium. The past 10 meetings between these sides have resulted in four Columbus victories and three City wins. There have also been three draws.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
17	NYCFC	15	5	4	6	25	21	4	25:21	19
21	Columbus Crew	15	4	4	7	21	23	-2	21:23	16

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3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 12.8 attempts. City have had 58.4% possession and 4.0 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.7 goals from 4.9 shots on goal and 13.1 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.4 corners.

Nicolas Fernandez is the top goalscorer with 7, Agustin Ojeda has 3, with Talles Magno and two other players on 2. Leading assistor is Maxi Moralez with 6.

Columbus have won 3, lost 4 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.4 goals from 11.1 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal. The Ohio club average 55.6% possession, 5.7 corners in their favour and 3.9 corners against, while conceding 1.3 goals from 8.3 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal.

The leading scorer has been Wessam Abou Ali with 4, while Max Arfsten and Diego Rossi have 3. Max Arfsten has managed to clock up 4 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

New York City confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Matt Freese (GK), Tayvon Gray, Thiago Martins, Raul, Nico Cavallo, Keaton Parks, Kai Trewin, Agustin Ojeda, Maxi Moralez, Hannes Wolf, Nicolas Fernandez.

Columbus Crew confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Patrick Schulte (GK), Steven Moreira, Rudy Camacho, Sean Zawadzki, Marcelo Herrera, Max Arfsten, Andre Gomes, Dylan Chambost, Hugo Picard, Diego Rossi, Taha Habroune.

New York City vs Columbus Crew Prediction & Betting Tips

Approach New York City vs Columbus Crew fully prepared with our expert match prediction, likely score outcome, best corners advice, standout player prop picks and a hand-picked bet builder.

Match Prediction

We expect the net to bulge plenty of times when it comes to this MLS showdown. Looking at the available stats, we will bet on Over 2.5 Goals and feel bullish with the -139 that is currently available.

We’re always aware of the injuries and suspensions for each team before we decide which way to go with our football picks. The form and data also help the MLS experts at Sportsgambler.com when it comes to a betting view on the action.

Key New York City vs Columbus Crew league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 NYCFC games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 NYCFC games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 6 Columbus games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Columbus games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Columbus games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 games between these teams.

According to the top bookies, our pick has a 58.1% chance of landing a return. However, we think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

There are plenty of wagering options, with the Both Teams to Score market presenting bettors with a BTTS Yes pick. It’s a straightforward wager where you need a goal from each side.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

New York City 2 - 1 Columbus

We’re predicting NYCFC to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +650. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Agustín Ojeda to Score +240

Agustín Ojeda (NYCFC) has managed two goals in his past five MLS home matches. There are odds of +240 on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer bet and we think this is an attractive wager for the player to be on the scoresheet.

Latest Agustín Ojeda Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+230

First

+650

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Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -147

Each of the previous five Columbus matches have featured under 10.5 corners. If you concur with our viewpoint that the Total Corners line is too big, go for a price of -147 that the sides go under.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

New York City

Total

8.40 4.00 4.40

Home

8.70 5.00 3.70

Away

9.50 3.30 6.20

Columbus

Total

9.60 5.70 3.90

Home

7.80 5.00 2.80

Away

11.50 5.60 5.90

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-122

Under 9.5

-116

New York City Corners

Over 4.5

-105

Under 4.5

-135

Columbus Corners

Over 4.5

-141

Under 4.5

-102

Most Corners

1

+123

X

+650

2

-122

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New York City 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 available 1x2 betting prices reveal that New York City FC are +143 for a MLS win, with Columbus Crew being +170. The draw is on offer at +255 if you expect the game to finish level.

There’s the chance to back City at +108 if you want to take them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. There’s a full payout if they beat Columbus but also half stake returned if the scoreline ends level.

If you want to bet on three goals or more, then Over 2.5 is the shortest odds. BTTS betting is always a warm order and you can bet Yes at -182 on the Both Teams to Score market.

If you head to the top football betting sites, you can take your pick when it comes to MLS games. The hundreds of markets always ensure lots of choice.

Full-Time Result

1

+143

X

+255

2

+170

Half-Time Result

1

+190

X

+128

2

+215

Double Chance

1X

-227

12

-357

X2

-189

Draw No Bet

1

-133

2

-105

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+108

2 Hcp +0.25

-141

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+110

Over 2.5

-143

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-182

No

+130

Nicolás Fernández Mercau is the market leader at +370 to be First Goalscorer but if you think he will score the last goal, then a similar price can be found.

Nicolás Fernández Mercau (NYCFC)

First

+370

Anytime

+130

Diego Rossi (Columbus)

First

+500

Anytime

+180

Hannes Wolf (NYCFC)

First

+575

Anytime

+210

Agustín Ojeda (NYCFC)

First

+650

Anytime

+230

Nariman Akhundzade (Columbus)

First

+700

Anytime

+250

Andrés Perea (NYCFC)

First

+800

Anytime

+280

Dániel Gazdag (Columbus)

First

+850

Anytime

+300

Jamal Thiaré (Columbus)

First

+1000

Anytime

+350

Keaton Parks (NYCFC)

First

+1150

Anytime

+420

Max Arfsten (Columbus)

First

+1150

Anytime

+420

Maximiliano Moralez (NYCFC)

First

+1400

Anytime

+540

Aiden O'Neill (NYCFC)

First

+1900

Anytime

+650

Dylan Chambost (Columbus)

First

+2000

Anytime

+750

André Gomes (Columbus)

First

+2000

Anytime

+750

Stats: MLS matches only
City have clocked up five wins, three defeats and two draws in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 2.30 goals per match and conceding 1.50.

Columbus have managed seven losses, two draws and one victory in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.90.

When the teams previously met at Yankee Stadium, City defeated Columbus 3-2. The previous 6 H2H meetings at Yankee Stadium have involved four City triumphs, one Columbus win and one draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
New York City Home Stats		5-2-3	3.80	2.30	1.50	8	2	7	3
Columbus Crew Away Stats		1-2-7	3.20	1.30	1.90	7	3	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

New York City vs Columbus Crew Lineups & Team News

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