Columbus Crew welcome Chicago Fire looking to return to winning ways after a thrilling 2-2 draw with Sporting Kansas City at the weekend. As Chicago are hit by Jonathan Dean's suspension, we predict a 2-1 home win. Despite dropping two points against the Wizards, Columbus produced an excellent attacking display, generating 3.15 expected goals, which highlights how dangerous they can be going forward. However, the hosts will be without Chambost and Farsi through injury, while forward Ibrahim Aliyu remains a major doubt ahead of the clash.
Chicago Fire, meanwhile, arrive in high spirits after an impressive 3-0 victory over CF Montreal. The visitors were extremely clinical in that match, registering 11 shots on target and 3.05 expected goals, a performance that showcased their attacking potential. Nevertheless, Chicago will be weakened in defense as Jonathan Dean is suspended following his red card in that win. Historically, Columbus have had the upper hand in this fixture, winning 17 of the previous 37 meetings, while Chicago have recorded 10 victories.
Given Columbus Crew stronger H2H record and solid attacking metrics, our prediction leans toward Home Win. Additionally, Columbus Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals total bets seem appealing as both teams created plenty of chances last weekend.
This MLS match will be played on Sunday 8 March 2026 at 00:30.
What is our Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Columbus Crew 2 - 1 Chicago Fire
Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-1 @ 750 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -188 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -500 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -188 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -167 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -600 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Wessam Abou Ali @ 105 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Wessam Abou Ali @ 400 Odds
- To be Booked: Mauricio Pineda @ 175 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Columbus Crew -0.5 @ -115 Odds
- European Handicap: Columbus Crew +1 @ -400 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -350 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Columbus Crew to Win @ -250 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Columbus Crew to Win/Columbus Crew to Win @ 200 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Columbus Crew - No @ -300 Odds
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View OfferColumbus Crew Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldldwlwlld | 0.90 |
| Home | dww | 2.33 |
| Away | lldllld | 0.29 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 67% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.20 | 3.33 | 3.14 |
| Scored | 1.60 | 2.67 | 1.14 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 0.67 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 70% | 67% | 71% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 0% | 29% |
| Expected Goals | 1.55 | 1.85 | 1.42 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.26 | 0.61 | 1.54 |
Chicago Fire Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwddwdllw | 1.80 |
| Home | wdwlw | 2.00 |
| Away | wwddl | 1.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.80 | 3.20 | 4.40 |
| Scored | 2.30 | 2.00 | 2.60 |
| Conceded | 1.50 | 1.20 | 1.80 |
| BTTS | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.81 | 2.08 | 1.60 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.25 | 0.85 | 1.57 |
Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Columbus Crew (46%)
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Chicago Fire (27%)
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