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Charlotte v Columbus Crew Stats

Data last updated: Mon 17 Aug 2026, 08:04 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Charlotte and Columbus Crew meet in a Major League Soccer clash where both teams have shown attacking intent this season. Charlotte ranks 7th with 25 points, while Columbus Crew sits 11th with 20 points, highlighting a competitive fixture. Both sides average around 1.7 goals scored per game and have similar defensive records, suggesting an open contest. Recent form data shows both teams have a 60% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, with Columbus Crew notably having an 80% BTTS rate, indicating a likely high-scoring encounter with chances at both ends.

BT4Y best bet

Over 2.5 Goals

  • Charlotte and Columbus Crew both average around 1.7 goals scored per game this season.
  • Each team has a 60% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals recently.
  • Columbus Crew has an 80% BTTS rate, showing frequent goals conceded and scored.
  • The H2H average goals per match is 3.5 across their last 8 meetings.
  • Top attackers like W. Goodwin contribute significant shot volume and goal threat.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model assigns a 66.9% chance for Over 2.5 Goals, reflecting both teams' offensive tendencies and defensive vulnerabilities. Charlotte and Columbus Crew each have a 60% recent over 2.5 goals rate, supported by an H2H average of 3.5 goals per game. Key attackers such as W. Goodwin provide consistent shot volume and goal threat, increasing the likelihood of multiple goals. The current of 1.67 offer positive value with a 7% edge, making this a solid selection for goal-focused bettors.

Model Chance66.9%
Strong positive
Recent Over 2.5 Rate60% both teams
Positive
H2H Average Goals3.5 goals per match
Strong positive
Key Player Goal ThreatW. Abou Ali and A. Goodwin high shots and goals
Positive
Value Edge7% positive
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect an open game with both Charlotte and Columbus Crew pushing forward, given their recent scoring trends and attacking personnel. The data supports a higher goal count, making Over 2.5 Goals a logical choice for this fixture.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Attacking potential and defensive openness

“Charlotte and Columbus Crew have shown enough offensive firepower and defensive lapses to suggest a lively, high-scoring match. The attacking roles of players like Abou Ali and Goodwin will be key in breaking down defenses.”

Key Data Signals

Over 2.5 Goals evidence

Charlotte and Columbus Crew both average around 1.7 goals scored per game this season.

Each team has a 60% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals recently.

Columbus Crew has an 80% BTTS rate, showing frequent goals conceded and scored.

The H2H average goals per match is 3.5 across their last 8 meetings.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 2.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last eight meetings, the average goals scored is 3.5 per match, indicating a history of open games with multiple goals.
  • This trend, combined with recent form, suggests a continuation of high-tempo, goal-rich encounters.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Charlotte4.6
Avg corners for
Columbus Crew3.25
Charlotte9.4
Avg total corners
Columbus Crew6.25
Charlotte1.2
Avg yellow cards
Columbus Crew2
Charlotte14.2
Avg shots
Columbus Crew9.75
Best odds for this sectionOver 4.5 CardsBetMGM guide price · Model 52% vs implied 58% · edge -6 pts
1.73
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 49%
1.67
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Charlotte averages 4.25 corners and Columbus Crew 3.5 per game, reflecting moderate attacking pressure. Both teams generate solid shot volumes, with Charlotte averaging 14.25 shots and Columbus 12 per match, indicating sustained offensive efforts. Discipline is relatively controlled, with Columbus Crew averaging 2 yellow cards and Charlotte 1.5, suggesting fouls may not heavily disrupt flow.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Charlotte1.8
Avg goals scored
Columbus Crew1.6
Charlotte1
Avg goals conceded
Columbus Crew1.2
Charlotte60%
BTTS rate
Columbus Crew80%
Charlotte60%
Over 2.5 goals
Columbus Crew60%
Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 60% · edge +7 pts
1.67
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 76%
1.57
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 85%
1.2
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 49%
2.62
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 37%
2.15
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 28%
2.25
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Both teams have a 60% recent over 2.5 goals rate, with Columbus Crew showing an 80% BTTS rate, highlighting frequent goals at both ends. The H2H average of 3.5 goals per match further supports the likelihood of multiple goals and both teams scoring, pointing to an open and attacking game.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 60% · edge +7 pts
1.67
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 76%
1.57
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Charlotte Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 63%
1.98
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Charlotte to WinBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.25
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.6
Check odds @ 3.6
Columbus Crew to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
3
Check odds @ 3
Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 49%
1.67
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The Over 2.5 Goals market is priced at 1.67 with a of 66.9%, indicating positive value. The 7% suggests the are slightly generous given the attacking profiles and recent form of both teams, making this a price-sensitive but attractive option for goal bettors.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Charlotte

LWDWW
Last 53W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 2D 5L
02 Aug 2026A Chicago Fire1-2
25 Jul 2026A New York Red Bulls2-0
23 Jul 2026H Atlanta United FC2-2
24 May 2026H New England Revolution1-0
17 May 2026H Toronto FC3-1

Columbus Crew

DWLWD
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 2D 4L
02 Aug 2026A Inter Miami2-2
26 Jul 2026H FC Cincinnati2-1
23 Jul 2026H New York City FC1-2
24 May 2026H Atlanta United FC2-0
17 May 2026A Philadelphia Union1-1
Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 81% vs implied 74% · edge +7 pts
1.36
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Charlotte Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 63%
1.98
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Charlotte to WinBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.25
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Away / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.62
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.6
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Columbus Crew to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
3
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Columbus Crew Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
1.82
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Recent form shows both teams have a 60% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, reflecting consistent attacking output and defensive openness. Charlotte has scored 1.8 goals per game recently, with Columbus Crew close behind at 1.6, supporting the expectation of a high-scoring encounter.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

3Charlotte wins
3Draws
2Columbus Crew wins
25 May 2025Charlotte v Columbus Crew3-2
04 May 2025Columbus Crew v Charlotte4-2
18 Jul 2024Columbus Crew v Charlotte1-1
23 Mar 2024Charlotte v Columbus Crew2-0
04 Jun 2023Columbus Crew v Charlotte4-2
23 Apr 2023Charlotte v Columbus Crew1-0
Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 67% vs implied 60% · edge +7 pts
1.67
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 76%
1.57
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Charlotte to WinBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.25
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 27%
3.6
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Columbus Crew to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
3
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The head-to-head sample of eight matches shows an average of 3.5 goals per game, supporting the likelihood of Over 2.5 Goals. While the sample size is moderate, it reflects a pattern of open play and scoring opportunities between these teams.
Season team stats

Major League Soccer

Charlotte19
Played
Columbus Crew19
Charlotte1.7
Avg goals for
Columbus Crew1.4
Charlotte1.5
Avg goals against
Columbus Crew1.6
Charlotte3
Clean sheets
Columbus Crew3
Best odds for this sectionCharlotte Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 63% vs implied 51% · edge +12.7 pts
1.98
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Charlotte to WinBetMGM guide price · model 54%
2.25
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Columbus Crew to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
3
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Columbus Crew Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
1.82
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Season-long data reveals both teams maintain attacking averages near 1.7 goals per game, with defensive concessions around 1 to 1.2 goals. This balance suggests matches often feature multiple goals, aligning well with the Over 2.5 Goals selection.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
5Charlotte28198474
11Columbus Crew2019559-4
Charlotte's 7th place and Columbus Crew's 11th place in the MLS standings indicate a mid-table clash with both sides motivated to gain points. While table position is not decisive here, it adds context to their attacking intent and willingness to engage offensively.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Charlotte Over 2.5
60%Columbus Crew Over 2.5
3.5H2H avg goals
Over the last eight meetings, the average goals scored is 3.5 per match, indicating a history of open games with multiple goals. This trend, combined with recent form, suggests a continuation of high-tempo, goal-rich encounters.

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