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As the New York Red Bulls prepare to host Columbus Crew on May 13, 2026, both teams are entering the match amid contrasting recent forms. The Red Bulls have struggled, securing only one victory in their last five outings, which has raised concerns about their ability to capitalize at home. In contrast, Columbus Crew has demonstrated a stronger competitive edge with three wins in their last five matches, showcasing an effective attacking strategy that may pose challenges for the home defense.
Bookmakers favor Columbus slightly, offering odds of 2.44 for an away win compared to 2.63 for a home victory. The probability model suggests a closely contested fixture with a 36.7% chance of a New York win, a 25.8% chance of a draw, and a 37.9% probability of Columbus emerging victorious.
Tactically, the Red Bulls will need to enhance their offensive cohesion and defensive solidity to hold off a Crew side that has been efficient in converting opportunities. The predicted final score based on current odds is 1:1, indicating a competitive match with potential for both sides to make an impact. A balanced approach from either team could be crucial in determining the outcome, but no definitive result can be assured.
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| NY Red Bulls 34.1% |
Draw 25.4% |
Columbus 40.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 3.8 | 2.37 | ||
| 2.88 | 3.7 | 2.32 | ||
| 2.82 | 3.87 | 2.39 | ||
| 2.7 | 3.5 | 2.3 | ||
| 2.78 | 3.68 | 2.34 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 Chicago Fire – New York Red Bulls – 1:3 02.05.26 New York Red Bulls – FC Dallas – 0:2 29.04.26 New York Red Bulls – New York City FC – 1:3 25.04.26 FC Cincinnati – New York Red Bulls – 2:0 22.04.26 New York Red Bulls – DC United – 4:4 |
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
| 18.10.25 Columbus Crew – New York Red Bulls – 3:1 30.08.25 New York Red Bulls – Columbus Crew – 0:0 03.11.24 New York Red Bulls – Columbus Crew – 3:2 penalties 29.10.24 Columbus Crew – New York Red Bulls – 0:1 19.10.24 New York Red Bulls – Columbus Crew – 2:3 |
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 |
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