MLS Betting Guide: Columbus Crew Faces Red-Hot Chicago Fire in Crucial Away Match
The Columbus Crew face the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. ET in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup.
The Crew enter the match struggling through a three-game losing streak where they've conceded 11 goals. Early defensive lapses have been particularly problematic, with opponents scoring in the first 20 minutes of each loss. Currently sitting in 7th place with 24 points, Columbus is just one point above the playoff line.
Meanwhile, Chicago is unbeaten in their last five matches (2W, 3D) and has lost just once at home since June. The Fire's resurgence has been led by MLS Player of the Week Luka Stojanovic, who scored twice in their recent 2-1 win over New York Red Bulls. Despite their good form, Chicago remains in 11th place with 17 points.
Head-to-head history favors Columbus, who are unbeaten in the last eight meetings dating back to 2018. Their most recent matchup ended in a 2-0 Crew victory in June.
Betting Odds:
- Columbus Crew: +235
- Chicago Fire: +110
- Draw: +260
- Total Goals O/U 2.5: -115/-110
- First Goal: Columbus +120, Chicago -130
Despite being defending champions, Columbus enters as underdogs given their recent form. However, with a full week of practice to regroup and their historical success against Chicago, the Crew could be poised to end their losing streak.
Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire