Nashville vs Columbus Crew: Prediction, Odds & Analysis
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Columbus CrewThe model puts Nashville at 54%. The model leans toward Nashville. Confidence: high.
Why this prediction
+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.
- +Nashville score more per game (3.0 at home vs 2.0 away).
- −Recent form favours Columbus Crew.
- +Nashville creates more chances (13 vs 11 shots per game).
- −The head-to-head history is finely balanced.
Win probabilities
Recent form
Expected goals
Most likely scorelines
Match DNA
Key points
- Nashville have 0 wins in their last 5 matches.
- Columbus Crew have 1 wins in their last 5 matches.
- Nashville have won 4 of the head-to-head meetings.
- Nashville is priced at 1.768.
Betting angles
Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. A positive edge means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies — model disagreement, not proven value. Not betting advice.
Scoreline probability matrix
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |||
| 1 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | ||
| 2 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 3 | ||
| 3 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 3 | ||
| 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 2 | ||
| 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
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.
Model vs market
Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply. This is model disagreement, not proven value — we do not yet publish historical profitability.
Full analysis
The model puts Nashville at 54%. The model puts the draw at 24%. The model puts Columbus Crew at 22%. The model's most likely scoreline is 3-1.
The market leans toward Nashville. Nashville is priced at 1.768. The draw is priced at 3.78. Columbus Crew is priced at 4.48.
Nashville have won 4 of the head-to-head meetings. Columbus Crew have won 5 of the head-to-head meetings. The sides have drawn 4 of their head-to-head meetings.
Nashville have 0 wins in their last 5 matches. Columbus Crew have 1 wins in their last 5 matches.
Nashville average 3 goals per game this season. Nashville average 56% possession. Columbus Crew average 2 goals per game this season. Columbus Crew average 56% possession.
The model gives 72% for both teams to score. The model gives 82% for over 2.5 goals.
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, Nashville or Columbus Crew?
Our model rates Nashville as the most likely outcome at 54% probability.
What's a likely scoreline for Nashville vs Columbus Crew?
A scoreline around 3-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.
What's the head-to-head record?
In the last 13 meetings: 4 Nashville wins, 4 draws, 5 Columbus Crew wins.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
The indicators lean toward over 2.5 goals.
League table
USA. MLS| # | Team | GP | W | L | T | G | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Houston Dynamo | 19 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 28:24 | 35 |
| 2 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 17 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 38:17 | 34 |
| 3 |  Los Angeles | 20 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 35:20 | 34 |
| 4 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 19 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 38:27 | 33 |
| 5 |  St. Louis City | 19 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 27:25 | 29 |
| 6 |  Real Salt Lake | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 30:26 | 28 |
| 7 |  Dallas | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 32:25 | 27 |
| 8 |  Colorado Rapids | 19 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 29:25 | 25 |
| 9 |  Minnesota United | 19 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 21:26 | 25 |
| 10 |  Portland Timbers | 18 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 33:33 | 24 |
| 11 |  Seattle Sounders | 17 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 20:22 | 24 |
| 12 |  San Diego | 19 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 33:29 | 24 |
| 13 |  Los Angeles Galaxy | 20 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 24:30 | 22 |
| 14 |  Austin | 18 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 22:36 | 17 |
| 15 |  Sporting Kansas City | 19 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 18:48 | 14 |
Predictions are statistical analysis for information only, not betting advice or a guarantee. 18+. Please gamble responsibly.