New York City vs Columbus Crew predictions, May 10, 2026

May 04, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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New York City

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As New York City FC prepares to host Columbus Crew on May 10, 2026, both teams will look to capitalize on recent form trends that could influence the outcome of this MLS matchup. NYCFC has achieved two victories in their last five matches, suggesting a recent uptick in performance, yet they will need to maintain consistency to secure the desired result at their home ground.

Columbus Crew, on the other hand, have shown stronger momentum, winning three of their latest five fixtures. Their tactical approach is often characterized by a solid defensive setup coupled with swift counterattacking opportunities, which could pose a challenge for the home side.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.16 for NYCFC to win while placing Columbus Crew at 3.11, reflecting expectations of a competitive encounter. Statistical models indicate a probability of 44.1% for a home win, 26% for a draw, and 30.2% for an away victory.

With both teams possessing distinct strengths and motivational factors, this match promises to deliver an intriguing battle. Ultimately, while NYCFC has the home advantage, the Crew’s recent form may provide them the edge needed to secure critical points.

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NY City
39.4%		 Draw
26.8%		 Columbus
33.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.47 3.65 2.72
betsson 2.48 3.55 2.78
MarathonBet 2.49 3.64 2.83 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.38 3.3 2.7
Pinnacle 2.44 3.52 2.74

Latest Results

03.05.26 New York City FC – DC United – 0:2
29.04.26 New York Red Bulls – New York City FC – 1:3
25.04.26 CF Montréal – New York City FC – 1:0
22.04.26 New York City FC – FC Cincinnati – 4:4
18.04.26 New York City FC – Charlotte FC – 1:2		 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
18.04.26 New England Revolution – Columbus Crew – 2:1

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 9 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/16~finals) and 10).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NY City won 1.
  • NY City is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Columbus‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Columbus may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Columbus has had a series of home games.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, NY City won 7 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 30:29. (average 1.5:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NY City won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 19:9. (average 1.9:0.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.09.25 New York City FC – Columbus Crew – 3:2
    22.03.25 Columbus Crew – New York City FC – 0:0
    31.08.24 Columbus Crew – New York City FC – 4:2
    17.08.24 Columbus Crew – New York City FC – 2:1 penalties
    14.06.24 New York City FC – Columbus Crew – 2:3

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Jose Earthquakes 11 9 1 1 26:7 19 28
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 10 8 1 1 26:6 20 25
    3 Los Angeles FC 11 6 3 2 19:8 11 21
    4 Seattle Sounders 9 6 2 1 13:5 8 20
    5 Minnesota United 11 6 2 3 14:16 -2 20
    6 Real Salt Lake 10 6 1 3 19:14 5 19
    7 FC Dallas 11 4 4 3 20:15 5 16
    8 Houston Dynamo 10 5 0 5 13:18 -5 15
    9 Colorado Rapids 11 4 1 6 22:19 3 13
    10 Los Angeles Galaxy 11 3 4 4 16:17 -1 13
    11 Austin FC 11 3 4 4 16:19 -3 13
    12 San Diego FC 11 3 3 5 19:19 0 12
    13 Portland Timbers 10 3 1 6 13:21 -8 10
    14 St. Louis City 10 1 3 6 9:18 -9 6
    15 Sporting Kansas City 10 1 2 7 8:26 -18 5

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 10 7 2 1 21:6 15 23
    2 New England Revolution 10 6 1 3 18:12 6 19
    3 Inter Miami 11 5 4 2 22:19 3 19
    4 Chicago Fire 10 5 2 3 19:11 8 17
    5 DC United 11 4 3 4 13:15 -2 15
    6 FC Cincinnati 11 4 3 4 22:25 -3 15
    7 Charlotte 11 4 2 5 18:19 -1 14
    8 Toronto FC 11 3 5 3 18:20 -2 14
    9 New York City 11 3 3 5 19:18 1 12
    10 Columbus Crew 11 3 3 5 16:16 0 12
    11 New York Red Bulls 11 3 3 5 16:27 -11 12
    12 Atlanta Utd 11 3 1 7 12:18 -6 10
    13 Orlando City 11 3 1 7 16:32 -16 10
    14 CF Montreal 10 3 0 7 14:23 -9 9
    15 Philadelphia Union 11 1 3 7 9:17 -8 6

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