Forecasts for New York City against Columbus Crew on 15/06/24.

NYCFC vs Columbus Crew: Preview, Prediction & Betting Tips

The Big Apple’s own NYCFC

welcome Columbus Crew to Yankee Stadium, looking to keep their winning streak alive and narrow the gap at the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

Date:

June 24, 2015

Kick-off time:

12:30 AM

Venue:

Yankee Stadium

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Team Overview

New York City FC have been on fire lately, winning five straight matches and climbing to third place in the Eastern Conference. With nine wins under their belt this season, they are gunning for their milestone tenth victory and sixth consecutive win. They currently sit at 29 points, just four points shy of Inter Miami, who are leading the league. NYCFC boasts a solid roster and also have two games in hand over Inter Miami.

Of particular note are their offensive threats, Santiago Rodriguez and Adrian Martinez, who have collectively netted 12 goals.

Columbus Crew are also having a respectable season, holding steady in seventh place with 24 points. Having played 14 matches thus far, they have up to three games in hand compared to their competitors. Despite suffering a couple of losses, they have the fewest defeats of any team. With three wins in their last four league outings and a total of nine goals scored during this stretch, they possess a strong attacking duo in Diego Rossi and Cucho Hernandez, each with four goals to their name.

In light of Columbus Crew’s recent performances in Major League Soccer, their biggest challenge will be breaking through NYCFC’s recent dominant streak, despite their defensive vulnerabilities.

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Head-to-Head Stats

The stats from past clashes show that goals are usually on the menu when these two teams face off. In the last ten matchups since 2020, both sides have shown their attacking skills, with seven games seeing both teams finding the net, and seven matches ending with over 2.5 goals. Columbus Crew came out victorious in five duels, just slightly ahead of NYCFC, who claimed three wins.

Form Guide

NYCFC has been in top-notch form, on a winning streak in their last five matches. It all started with a close 3-2 victory over Toronto, followed by wins against Philadelphia Union (2-1), New York Red Bulls (2-1), New England Revolution (1-0), and wrapping up with a commanding 5-1 win against San Jose Earthquakes.

Their impressive performance has put them in the mix, and they aim to keep the ball rolling with another win.

Columbus Crew has clinched three wins in their last five matches, although they suffered a setback in the CONCACAF Champions Cup final against Pachuca, going down 3-0. Their triumphs in the league came against Orlando City (2-0), Chicago Fire (3-1), and Montreal Impact (3-1). With such varied outcomes, Columbus is looking to bounce back and secure their spot in the playoff hunt.

Team Scoop

NYCFC is expected to have close to a full squad on deck, with the only possible no-show being defender Rio Hope-Gund, who sat out the last match due to a leg knock.

As for the Columbus Crew, goalie Evan Bush is the main worry with an arm issue, but he’s on the mend. Otherwise, they’re in fine fettle and geared up for the task at hand.

Forecast

With both squads on top of their game, this game is set to be a nail-biter. NYCFC’s winning streak puts them in the lead. Columbus Crew, still feeling the sting of their Champions Cup loss, might struggle to bounce back for this showdown.

NYCFC’s strong offense and home turf advantage point towards a victory, though it won’t be a walk in the park.

Forecast: NYCFC 2-1 Columbus Crew

Betting Pointers

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  NYCFC gonna take it:
  
  @ 1/1
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  Goals from Both Sides:
  
  @ 8/13
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  More than 2.5 Goals:
  
  @ 8/11

Where to Catch the Action

The showdown between NYCFC and Columbus Crew can be streamed on Apple TV.

Final Prediction

While both teams have put up solid performances all season, NYCFC’s impressive five-game winning streak suggests they possess a resilient spirit and strategy that may prove too strong for Columbus Crew. Despite the credible efforts of Columbus Crew in their league and Champions Cup, their inconsistent form might hinder their progress in this matchup.

NYCFC’s dynamic offensive lineup, featuring standout players like Santiago Rodriguez and Adrian Martinez, gives them a clear edge. Moreover, their defensive approach has successfully contained most rival teams, showing a well-rounded strategy that aims not only at scoring but also at consolidating their position.

With Columbus Crew’s potent attacking duo of Diego Rossi and Cucho Hernandez, they are likely to find the net. However, NYCFC’s home advantage, combined with their current form, tips the scales in their favor. Consequently, a closely contested game with goals is expected, but ultimately, NYCFC seems poised to secure the win.

Final Score Prediction:

NYCFC 2-1 Columbus Crew