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The upcoming MLS clash between Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew on May 16, 2026, promises to be an intriguing matchup as both teams seek crucial points in their campaigns. Philadelphia Union enters this fixture struggling to find form, having lost all of their last five matches. Despite the challenge of competing at home, the Union will need to tighten their defense and find a way to convert possession into goals to shift their momentum.
In contrast, Columbus Crew arrives with a solid record, having secured three victories in their last five outings. Their recent form highlights an effective offensive strategy, characterized by quick transitions and clinical finishing, which could pose significant challenges for the Union’s backline. The Crew’s recent successes indicate that they are finding synergy in their gameplay, positioning them as the favorites in this encounter.
The bookmakers reflect this sentiment with odds favoring Columbus at 2.44 compared to Philadelphia’s 2.73. According to probability models, there is a 35.3% chance of a home win, 27.3% for a draw, and 37.9% for an away win. While Columbus Crew appear to have the upper hand, the unpredictable nature of soccer means that Philadelphia could capitalize on home advantage to reverse their fortunes.
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| Philadelphia 34.8% |
Draw 27% |
Columbus 38.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Outrights of MLS Columbus Crew: 1.87% Philadelphia Union: 0.7%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.78 | 3.45 | 2.48 | |
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2.71 | 3.66 | 2.57 | Watch and Bet |
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2.6 | 3.3 | 2.45 | |
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2.7 | 3.47 | 2.5 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 New England Revolution – Philadelphia Union – 2:1 02.05.26 Philadelphia Union – Nashville SC – 0:0 25.04.26 Columbus Crew – Philadelphia Union – 2:0 22.04.26 Toronto FC – Philadelphia Union – 3:3 18.04.26 Philadelphia Union – DC United – 0:0 |
10.05.26 New York City FC – Columbus Crew – 3:0 02.05.26 Columbus Crew – Minnesota United – 2:3 29.04.26 Columbus Crew – One Knoxville SC – 4:1 25.04.26 Columbus Crew – Philadelphia Union – 2:0 22.04.26 Columbus Crew – Los Angeles Galaxy – 2:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 25.04.26 Columbus Crew – Philadelphia Union – 2:0 29.06.25 Columbus Crew – Philadelphia Union – 1:0 10.05.25 Philadelphia Union – Columbus Crew – 2:2 05.10.24 Columbus Crew – Philadelphia Union – 3:2 28.08.24 Philadelphia Union – Columbus Crew – 0:1 |
Standings
Main
Western Conference
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | San Jose Earthquakes | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 27:8 | 19 | 29 |
| 2 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 11 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 27:7 | 20 | 26 |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 20:12 | 8 | 21 |
| 4 | Seattle Sounders | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 14:6 | 8 | 21 |
| 5 | Minnesota United | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 16:18 | -2 | 21 |
| 6 | Real Salt Lake | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 20:17 | 3 | 19 |
| 7 | FC Dallas | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 23:16 | 7 | 19 |
| 8 | Houston Dynamo | 11 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 17:19 | -2 | 18 |
| 9 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 18:18 | 0 | 16 |
| 10 | Austin FC | 12 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 18:21 | -3 | 14 |
| 11 | Colorado Rapids | 12 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 22:20 | 2 | 13 |
| 12 | Portland Timbers | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 19:21 | -2 | 13 |
| 13 | San Diego FC | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 20:20 | 0 | 13 |
| 14 | St. Louis City | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 10:18 | -8 | 9 |
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 11 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 8:32 | -24 | 5 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Nashville SC | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 23:8 | 15 | 24 |
| 2 | New England Revolution | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 20:13 | 7 | 22 |
| 3 | Inter Miami | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 26:21 | 5 | 22 |
| 4 | Chicago Fire | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 20:14 | 6 | 17 |
| 5 | DC United | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 15:17 | -2 | 16 |
| 6 | FC Cincinnati | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 24:27 | -3 | 16 |
| 7 | New York City | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 22:18 | 4 | 15 |
| 8 | Charlotte | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 20:21 | -1 | 15 |
| 9 | New York Red Bulls | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 19:28 | -9 | 15 |
| 10 | Toronto FC | 12 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 20:24 | -4 | 14 |
| 11 | CF Montreal | 11 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 16:23 | -7 | 12 |
| 12 | Columbus Crew | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 16:19 | -3 | 12 |
| 13 | Atlanta Utd | 12 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 13:20 | -7 | 10 |
| 14 | Orlando City | 12 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 16:34 | -18 | 10 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Union | 12 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 10:19 | -9 | 6 |
MLS Outrights
1. Inter Miami: 5.03 (13.94%)
2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.07 (9.93%)
3. Los Angeles FC: 7.73 (9.07%)
4. Nashville SC: 14.33 (4.9%)
5. San Jose Earthquakes: 14.67 (4.78%)
6. FC Cincinnati: 15 (4.68%)
7. Cincinnati: 15 (4.68%)
8. San Diego FC: 17 (4.13%)
9. Seattle Sounders: 17 (4.13%)
10. New York City: 20.33 (3.45%)
11. Minnesota United: 25.33 (2.77%)
12. New England Revolution: 25.33 (2.77%)
13. Houston Dynamo: 26.17 (2.68%)
14. Los Angeles Galaxy: 34.67 (2.02%)
15. Toronto FC: 34.67 (2.02%)
16. Columbus Crew: 37.5 (1.87%)
17. New York Red Bulls: 41 (1.71%)
18. Orlando City: 41 (1.71%)
19. Real Salt Lake: 41 (1.71%)
20. Charlotte FC: 41 (1.71%)
21. Chicago Fire: 41 (1.71%)
22. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.71%)
23. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.71%)
24. FC Dallas: 50.33 (1.39%)
25. DC United: 50.33 (1.39%)
26. Toronto: 51 (1.38%)
27. Atlanta United: 80.33 (0.87%)
28. Austin: 100 (0.7%)
29. Colorado Rapids: 100.33 (0.7%)
30. Portland Timbers: 100.33 (0.7%)
31. Philadelphia Union: 100.33 (0.7%)
32. Austin FC: 101 (0.69%)
33. CF Montreal: 117 (0.6%)
34. St. Louis City: 117 (0.6%)
35. Sporting Kansas City: 150.33 (0.47%)
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