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As the Columbus Crew host the Los Angeles Galaxy on April 22, 2026, both teams come into this match with contrasting recent form. Columbus Crew has struggled, securing only 1 victory in their last 5 matches, while Los Angeles Galaxy has fared slightly better, winning twice during the same stretch.
The Crew will look to leverage their home advantage at Lower.com Field, where they have traditionally performed well. Their style of play focuses on maintaining a controlled possession game, which they will need to execute effectively against a Galaxy side known for their quick transitions and pace on the flanks.
Recent odds favor Columbus with a home win at 1.59, while Los Angeles sits at 5. The probability model also reflects this sentiment with a 57.6% chance of a home victory compared to 18.9% for the visitors, indicating a clear edge for the Crew.
With both teams aiming for form, this match could be a defining moment for Columbus to turn their season around or for the Galaxy to build on their recent success. As always in soccer, the outcome remains uncertain, but the stage is set for an intriguing contest.
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| Columbus 58.9% |
Draw 22.5% |
LA Galaxy 18.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1
Outrights of MLS Columbus Crew: 2.71% Los Angeles Galaxy: 2.19%
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
1.65 | 4.15 | 4.95 | |
 |
1.63 | 4.36 | 5.29 | |
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1.6 | 4 | 4.8 | |
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1.59 | 4.3 | 5.1 |
Latest Results
| 15.04.26 Richmond Kickers – Columbus Crew – 0:3 12.04.26 Columbus Crew – Orlando City – 1:1 04.04.26 Atlanta United – Columbus Crew – 1:3 21.03.26 Toronto FC – Columbus Crew – 2:1 14.03.26 Columbus Crew – Nashville SC – 0:1 |
15.04.26 Los Angeles Galaxy – Deportivo Toluca – 0:3 11.04.26 Austin FC – Los Angeles Galaxy – 1:2 08.04.26 Deportivo Toluca – Los Angeles Galaxy – 4:2 04.04.26 Los Angeles Galaxy – Minnesota United – 1:2 22.03.26 Portland Timbers – Los Angeles Galaxy – 1:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 17.05.23 Columbus Crew – Los Angeles Galaxy – 2:0 08.05.19 Columbus Crew – Los Angeles Galaxy – 3:1 07.07.18 Los Angeles Galaxy – Columbus Crew – 4:0 23.08.17 Columbus Crew – Los Angeles Galaxy – 2:0 03.09.16 Los Angeles Galaxy – Columbus Crew – 2:1 |
Standings
Main
Western Conference
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 19:4 | 15 | 18 |
| 2 | San Jose Earthquakes | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 13:2 | 11 | 18 |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 15:2 | 13 | 16 |
| 4 | Real Salt Lake | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12:8 | 4 | 13 |
| 5 | Seattle Sounders | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 6:2 | 4 | 13 |
| 6 | Colorado Rapids | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 19:12 | 7 | 12 |
| 7 | FC Dallas | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 15:10 | 5 | 12 |
| 8 | San Diego FC | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 14:10 | 4 | 11 |
| 9 | Minnesota United | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 8:13 | -5 | 11 |
| 10 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10:11 | -1 | 8 |
| 11 | Portland Timbers | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11:16 | -5 | 7 |
| 12 | Houston Dynamo | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 10:16 | -6 | 6 |
| 13 | Austin FC | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8:11 | -3 | 6 |
| 14 | St. Louis City | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6:9 | -3 | 6 |
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7:17 | -10 | 4 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Nashville SC | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 15:4 | 11 | 16 |
| 2 | Chicago Fire | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 9:5 | 4 | 13 |
| 3 | Inter Miami | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 13:12 | 1 | 12 |
| 4 | New York City | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 14:9 | 5 | 11 |
| 5 | Charlotte | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 13:9 | 4 | 11 |
| 6 | Toronto FC | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 10:11 | -1 | 11 |
| 7 | New York Red Bulls | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11:15 | -4 | 11 |
| 8 | New England Revolution | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 12:9 | 3 | 9 |
| 9 | DC United | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4:9 | -5 | 7 |
| 10 | FC Cincinnati | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10:16 | -6 | 7 |
| 11 | Columbus Crew | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 9:10 | -1 | 6 |
| 12 | Atlanta Utd | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6:12 | -6 | 4 |
| 13 | Orlando City | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6:24 | -18 | 4 |
| 14 | Philadelphia Union | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 6:12 | -6 | 3 |
| 15 | CF Montreal | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 8:19 | -11 | 3 |
MLS Outrights
1. Inter Miami: 5.24 (13.44%)
2. Los Angeles FC: 5.74 (12.27%)
3. Vancouver Whitecaps: 7.74 (9.1%)
4. San Diego FC: 13 (5.42%)
5. Seattle Sounders: 16.6 (4.24%)
6. New York City: 17 (4.14%)
7. Cincinnati: 17 (4.14%)
8. Nashville SC: 18.6 (3.79%)
9. FC Cincinnati: 19 (3.71%)
10. Columbus Crew: 26 (2.71%)
11. Charlotte FC: 27.67 (2.55%)
12. New York Red Bulls: 29.2 (2.41%)
13. Charlottenlund: 30 (2.35%)
14. Charlotte Eagles: 30 (2.35%)
15. Los Angeles Galaxy: 32.2 (2.19%)
16. Philadelphia Union: 34.2 (2.06%)
17. Chicago Fire: 34.8 (2.02%)
18. Real Salt Lake: 37.2 (1.89%)
19. Houston Dynamo: 38.6 (1.83%)
20. Toronto FC: 38.6 (1.83%)
21. Minnesota United: 41 (1.72%)
22. Orlando City: 50.2 (1.4%)
23. San Jose Earthquakes: 50.2 (1.4%)
24. Austin: 55 (1.28%)
25. FC Dallas: 58.2 (1.21%)
26. Colorado Rapids: 60.2 (1.17%)
27. Atlanta United: 65.4 (1.08%)
28. Austin FC: 67 (1.05%)
29. Portland Timbers: 68.2 (1.03%)
30. New England Revolution: 73.4 (0.96%)
31. DC United: 76.2 (0.92%)
32. CF Montreal: 89.2 (0.79%)
33. St. Louis City: 92.2 (0.76%)
34. Sporting Kansas City: 92.2 (0.76%)
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