Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Game Preview

Columbus Crew host Toronto FC at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field with real stakes attached. Only one point separates the two sides in the race for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.

Columbus are the hotter team and the clear favorites. Their attack is the main reason why. They play with width, move the ball quickly and are happy to shoot from distance.

Toronto get head coach Robin Fraser back on the touchline after his suspension. His side attack down the wings and rarely fold, with a real knack for coming back from losing positions.

History favors the hosts. Columbus are undefeated in their last 8 home games against Toronto in all competitions, and Toronto's playoff hopes may depend on ending that run.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Recent Results

Columbus have won four of their last five MLS games, and they cruised to their latest win against a struggling FC Cincinnati side, 2-0 on the road. They have also just hosted St. Louis CITY SC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, so tired legs are a fair question. Taha Habroune and Brais Méndez are driving the attack.

Toronto are on a decent run of their own, taking seven points from their last nine. Their latest result was a win at the New York Red Bulls, helped along by an early Justin Che own goal. They have put together back-to-back multi-goal outings too, so this attack is not short on finishing touch.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Columbus Crew: R. Camacho (Injured/out), W. A. Ali (Injured/out)

Toronto FC: D. Kerr (Injured/out), N. Palacio (Injured/out), L. Gavran (Injured/out), K. Franklin (Injured/out)

Columbus Crew

The big news in the Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC lineups is Anass Zaroury. He is back fit and should return on the left side of midfield, which gives a width-heavy attack another outlet. R. Camacho and W. A. Ali are the only two players missing for the hosts.

Toronto FC

Richie Laryea and Benjamín Kuscevic have both served their suspensions and are available again, which steadies the back line. Kobe Franklin misses out after getting hurt against the New York Red Bulls. Dániel Sallói could be recalled after scoring off the bench last time out.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Predicted Lineup

Columbus Crew

Formation: 3-4-3 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: P. Schulte; M. Amundsen, S. Zawadzki, S. Moreira; A. Zaroury, T. Habroune, A. Gomes, A. Herrera; S. Rodríguez, G. Tapia, B. Méndez

Toronto FC

Formation: 4-3-3 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: W. Yarbrough; R. Laryea, Z. Monlouis, N. Gomis, M. Pereira; N. Dorsch, J. Osorio, D. Mihailovic; D. Sallói, J. Sargent, L. Morgan

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Key Stats & Game Facts

• Both teams have scored in 7 of the last 10 meetings between Columbus Crew and Toronto FC (Major League Soccer).
• There have been 12+ shots on target in 5 of Toronto FC's last 8 games (Major League Soccer).
• Santiago Rodríguez has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 3 appearances vs Toronto FC (Major League Soccer).
• Brais Méndez has attempted 4+ shots in 4 of his last 5 appearances (Major League Soccer).
• Richie Laryea has won 3+ fouls in 4 of his last 5 appearances vs Columbus Crew (Major League Soccer).

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our prediction for this one is a Columbus win in an open game. The hosts are moneyline favorites at -138 (Polymarket), and our projection gives them a 58.38% win probability. Columbus are dangerous from direct free kicks and Toronto struggle to defend set pieces, so the hosts have a clear edge. Toronto's wing play means they will get their looks too, but Columbus have more ways to hurt them.

Best Picks

Over 3.5 in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The model projects a high-scoring game. That market leads the way among our picks for this matchup. Our projection lands at 3.66 total goals, which puts Over 3.5 at 49.8%, above the implied probability of the price, and it has repeatedly graded out as a positive-value play.

Yes in the Both Teams To Score market. Columbus and Toronto have both been scoring regularly. That's the Both Teams To Score market. Our projection puts Yes at 66.97%, well clear of the implied probability. Both sides have been finding the net consistently of late, and with Columbus' attack humming as well, a scoreless shutout at either end looks like a stretch.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Same Game Parlay

This Same Game Parlay leans on the hosts' attack: Habroune to score, Zaroury shots, Columbus goals and Theo Corbeanu shots on target.

Taha Habroune in the Anytime Goalscorer market. The midfielder has found the net in each of his last three MLS outings and keeps getting into dangerous spots.

Anass Zaroury Over 3.5 in the Player Shots market. Now back fit, he has attempted 4+ shots in three straight MLS appearances.

Over 1.5 in the Total Home Goals market. Columbus have scored at least 2 goals in five consecutive MLS games, and Toronto's defense hasn't looked solid.

Theo Corbeanu Over 0.5 in the Player Shots On Target market. He has recorded a shot on target in all five of his last MLS appearances.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Talking Points

Laurent Courtois has Columbus playing on the front foot since taking over as interim head coach, and the betting odds lean firmly toward his side. The overall previous-meetings record reads three Columbus wins, two ties and one Toronto win. Toronto's best way back into this one is in the air. They cross often and win their aerial duels, and that is a weak spot for Columbus. The Columbus defense can also be opened up by through balls, so Toronto's direct, long-ball approach could make this messy for the hosts.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Predictions FAQs

When is the Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC US MLS game?

The game kicks off on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 3:30 PM ET / 12:30 PM PT.

Where is Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC being played?

The game is being played at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.

What formations are expected for Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC?

Columbus Crew are listed with a probable 3-4-3 formation, while Toronto FC are listed with a probable 4-3-3 formation.

Which players are missing for Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC?

Columbus Crew have R. Camacho and W. A. Ali listed as injured. Toronto FC have D. Kerr, N. Palacio, L. Gavran and K. Franklin listed as injured.

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