Columbus Crew vs Atlanta United predictions, May 24, 2026

May 18, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Columbus Crew prepare to host Atlanta United on May 24, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent form. Columbus Crew has struggled lately, winning only 1 of their last 5 matches, indicating potential weaknesses in their attacking and defensive setups. On the other hand, Atlanta United has showcased a more robust performance, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 outings. This difference in momentum could play a pivotal role in their clash.

Bookmakers favor the Crew at home with odds of 1.46, reflecting a belief in their tactical strengths in familiar surroundings. Columbus typically relies on well-structured defense and quick counter-attacks. However, their recent struggles may expose vulnerabilities that Atlanta’s attacking prowess will be keen to exploit. With odds for an away victory at a higher 6.28, the visitors might approach the match with an aggressive strategy, aiming to capitalize on any indecisiveness from Columbus.

Prediction models enhance the home team’s prospects with a probability of a home win at 68.4%, suggesting a likely scoreline of 2:0. Nonetheless, with both teams eager to improve their standings, this match promises to be competitive, and no outcome is guaranteed.

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Columbus
63.5%		 Draw
21%		 Atlanta
15.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of MLS Columbus Crew: 0.93%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.51 4.69 6.07
betsson 1.49 4.45 6.4
MarathonBet 1.52 4.68 6.29 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.44 4.2 5.75
Pinnacle 1.49 4.53 6.04

Latest Results

16.05.26 Philadelphia Union – Columbus Crew – 1:1
13.05.26 New York Red Bulls – Columbus Crew – 3:2
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		 16.05.26 Orlando City – Atlanta United – 1:1
09.05.26 Atlanta United – Los Angeles Galaxy – 1:2
02.05.26 Atlanta United – CF Montréal – 3:1
28.04.26 Charlotte FC – Atlanta United – 0:2
25.04.26 Toronto FC – Atlanta United – 1:2

Facts

  • This time, only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 13 and 14).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Columbus won 4.
  • Columbus has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Atlanta is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Columbus may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Columbus is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Columbus won 13 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 46:30. (average 2.3:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Columbus won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 26:13. (average 2.6:1.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.04.26 Atlanta United – Columbus Crew – 1:3
    13.09.25 Atlanta United – Columbus Crew – 4:5
    25.06.25 Columbus Crew – Atlanta United – 3:1
    20.07.24 Atlanta United – Columbus Crew – 2:1
    24.02.24 Columbus Crew – Atlanta United – 1:0

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vancouver Whitecaps 13 9 2 2 30:10 20 29
    2 San Jose Earthquakes 14 9 2 3 31:14 17 29
    3 Real Salt Lake 13 8 1 4 25:18 7 25
    4 Seattle Sounders 12 7 3 2 17:10 7 24
    5 FC Dallas 14 6 4 4 28:21 7 22
    6 Houston Dynamo 13 7 0 6 18:22 -4 21
    7 Los Angeles FC 14 6 3 5 23:17 6 21
    8 Minnesota United 14 6 3 5 17:21 -4 21
    9 Los Angeles Galaxy 14 5 4 5 21:21 0 19
    10 San Diego FC 14 4 5 5 28:23 5 17
    11 Colorado Rapids 14 5 1 8 24:22 2 16
    12 Portland Timbers 13 4 2 7 21:25 -4 14
    13 Austin FC 14 3 5 6 19:28 -9 14
    14 St. Louis City 13 3 4 6 13:20 -7 13
    15 Sporting Kansas City 13 3 2 8 13:34 -21 11

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 13 9 3 1 29:10 19 30
    2 Inter Miami 14 8 4 2 33:24 9 28
    3 New England Revolution 13 8 1 4 22:17 5 25
    4 Chicago Fire 13 7 2 4 25:15 10 23
    5 New York City 14 5 4 5 24:19 5 19
    6 New York Red Bulls 14 5 4 5 23:31 -8 19
    7 Charlotte 14 5 3 6 23:23 0 18
    8 DC United 14 4 5 5 17:21 -4 17
    9 FC Cincinnati 14 4 5 5 30:35 -5 17
    10 Orlando City 14 4 2 8 21:38 -17 14
    11 Toronto FC 13 3 5 5 21:27 -6 14
    12 CF Montreal 13 4 1 8 18:27 -9 13
    13 Columbus Crew 14 3 4 7 19:23 -4 13
    14 Atlanta Utd 13 3 2 8 14:21 -7 11
    15 Philadelphia Union 14 1 4 9 14:24 -10 7

    MLS Outrights

    1. Inter Miami: 4.5 (16.39%)

    2. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7 (10.54%)

    3. Nashville SC: 11 (6.7%)

    4. Los Angeles FC: 11 (6.7%)

    5. Cincinnati: 17 (4.34%)

    6. San Diego FC: 17.17 (4.3%)

    7. FC Cincinnati: 17.5 (4.21%)

    8. Seattle Sounders: 17.5 (4.21%)

    9. New York City: 21.17 (3.48%)

    10. San Jose Earthquakes: 21.17 (3.48%)

    11. Chicago Fire: 25.83 (2.85%)

    12. New England Revolution: 25.83 (2.85%)

    13. Real Salt Lake: 26.67 (2.77%)

    14. Houston Dynamo: 32.33 (2.28%)

    15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 34.17 (2.16%)

    16. New York Red Bulls: 35.33 (2.09%)

    17. Minnesota United: 35.33 (2.09%)

    18. Charlotte FC: 40.75 (1.81%)

    19. Charlottenlund: 41 (1.8%)

    20. Charlotte Eagles: 41 (1.8%)

    21. Orlando City: 50.17 (1.47%)

    22. Toronto: 51 (1.45%)

    23. FC Dallas: 64.33 (1.15%)

    24. DC United: 67 (1.1%)

    25. Toronto FC: 67 (1.1%)

    26. Columbus Crew: 79.33 (0.93%)

    27. Colorado Rapids: 82.67 (0.89%)

    28. Austin: 100 (0.74%)

    29. Atlanta United: 100.17 (0.74%)

    30. Portland Timbers: 108.5 (0.68%)

    31. Philadelphia Union: 116.83 (0.63%)

    32. CF Montreal: 116.83 (0.63%)

    33. St. Louis City: 116.83 (0.63%)

    34. Sporting Kansas City: 141.83 (0.52%)

    35. Austin FC: 150.5 (0.49%)

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