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New York City II vs Columbus Crew II: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

New York City II New York City IIvsColumbus Crew II Columbus Crew II
Our predictionNew York City II to win
Confidence: Low · 33/100
Score hint: 2-1

Our model leans New York City II (38% probability), low confidence.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · New York City II38%
Draw31%
2 · Columbus Crew II31%
1 · New York City IIDraw2 · Columbus Crew II
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Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

1X2Columbus Crew II3.56+5.6%
1X2New York City II2.21-2.7%
1X2Draw2.71-2.9%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Recent form

New York City IILWLLL
Columbus Crew IIWWLLL
Team strength rating
New York City II
44
Columbus Crew II
58

Most likely scorelines

1-112.3%
1-010.8%
2-19.0%
0-18.4%
2-07.9%
0-07.4%

Expected goals

1.46New York City II
xG
1.15Columbus Crew II
Over 2.5 goals48%
Both teams to score52%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
New York City II Columbus Crew II

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2New York City II win2.21Fair (-2.7%)
Double chanceNew York City II or drawInfo

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

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28952
3443
412
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Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds, head-to-head history and recent form to frame this clash between New York City II and Columbus Crew II. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 38% for New York City II, 31% for the draw and 31% for Columbus Crew II.

Several signals point toward New York City II. The odds point to a clear favourite. New York City II have home advantage.

Across the last 6 meetings, the record reads 2 New York City II wins, 0 draws and 4 Columbus Crew II wins. Recent scorelines: 1-0, 3-1, 2-1, 2-0, 3-2.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 2-1 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, New York City II show L-W-L-L-L across their recent outings, while Columbus Crew II read W-W-L-L-L. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 48% and both teams to score at 52%. The totals market stays finely balanced.

Our model flags a disagreement with the market on "Columbus Crew II" (1X2): we rate it 31% versus the 25% implied by odds of 3.56, an edge of 5.6 points. That's where the market appears to underrate the true likelihood.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, New York City II or Columbus Crew II?

Our model rates New York City II as the most likely outcome at 38% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for New York City II vs Columbus Crew II?

A scoreline around 2-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 6 meetings: 2 New York City II wins, 0 draws, 4 Columbus Crew II wins.

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