Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls Prediction and Betting Tips | 29th October 2024
The 2024 edition of MLS is back in action with another set of matches this week as New York Red Bulls take on an impressive Columbus Crew side in an important clash at the Lower.com Field on Tuesday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will feel confident that they can win this game.
Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls Preview
Columbus Crew finished in second place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have been in excellent form over the past year. The home side defeated New York Red Bulls by a 3-2 scoreline last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
New York Red Bulls, on the other hand, finished in seventh place in the Eastern Conference league table and have been inconsistent this season. The Red Bulls have slumped over the past month and have a point to prove going into this game.
Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Columbus Crew have a slight edge over New York Red Bulls and have won 29 out of the 56 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to New York Red Bulls' 27 victories.
- Columbus Crew have won four of their five playoff matches against New York Red Bulls in MLS and have managed to win all four such games at home in the competition.
- Columbus Crew have won the MLS Cup in each of the last two seasons in which they have reached the playoffs - they have managed to advance in their last eight playoff ties.
- New York Red Bulls have lost each of their last six playoff matches away from home in a run dating back to 2018.
Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls Prediction
Columbus Crew have a strong squad at their disposal and will be intent on extending their exceptional run in the MLS playoffs. Alexandru Matan has been impressive for the Crew and will look to make his mark this week.
New York Red Bulls have blown hot and cold this season and are defensively vulnerable. Columbus Crew are currently in better form and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Columbus Crew 2-1 New York Red Bulls
Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Columbus Crew to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Columbus Crew to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Alexandru Matan to score - Yes