Columbus Crew vs DC United Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

Columbus Crew vs DC United Game Preview

Columbus Crew host DC United with a playoff spot at stake for one side and only pride for the other. This Columbus Crew vs DC United prediction backs the hosts.

Columbus have reeled off four straight MLS wins to climb into the final Eastern Conference playoff spot.

DC United are a different story. René Weiler's side sit 12th in the Eastern Conference on 33 points and have already been eliminated from postseason contention.

Columbus own a 3-1-2 record against DC United across the last six meetings, and with a playoff spot on the line, the hosts have no room for a slip.

Columbus Crew vs DC United Recent Results

Nobody in the league is hotter than Columbus right now. The Crew have won 6 of their last 7 MLS games. In midweek, they beat a strong FC Dallas side 2-0 at Toyota Stadium. Gonzalo Tapia has been the spark up top alongside Santiago Rodríguez, and this attack is playing with real confidence.

DC United are stuck in a deep slump. They have lost their last 4 MLS games. René Weiler's men have also won just one of their last 15 MLS games. Andre Dozzell's first career MLS goal in the defeat at Toronto FC was the lone bright spot, and it did nothing to stop the slide.

Columbus Crew vs DC United Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Columbus Crew: Rudy Camacho (Injured/out), Wessam Abou Ali (Injured/out), Brais Méndez (Doubtful), Eric Bailly (Doubtful)

DC United: Tai Baribo (Injured/out), Hosei Kijima (Injured/out), Louis Munteanu (Injured/out), Gabriel Segal (Injured/out)

Columbus Crew

Sékou Bangoura returns from his one-game suspension, which helps a squad already without Rudy Camacho and Wessam Abou Ali. The big Columbus Crew vs DC United lineups question for the hosts is whether Brais Méndez and Eric Bailly shake off their doubts. Laurent Courtois could make one change, bringing André Gomes back into midfield.

DC United

DC United are missing Tai Baribo, who is struggling with a hip injury, and Hosei Kijima, Louis Munteanu and Gabriel Segal are also sidelined. René Weiler could bring forward Jackson Hopkins back into the lineup.

Columbus Crew vs DC United Predicted Lineup

Columbus Crew

Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: Patrick Schulte; Mohamed Farsi, Sean Zawadzki, Malte Amundsen, Steven Moreira; Brooks Lennon, Dylan Chambost, André Gomes, Anass Zaroury; Gonzalo Tapia, Santiago Rodríguez

DC United

Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: Sean Johnson; Silvan Hefti, Kye Rowles, Lucas Bartlett, Keisuke Kurokawa; Kimito Nono, Andre Dozzell, Matti Peltola, Peglow; Jackson Hopkins, Nathan Ordaz

Columbus Crew vs DC United Key Stats & Game Facts

• Columbus Crew have scored 2+ goals in 8 out of 10 games vs DC United (Major League Soccer).
• DC United have received 2+ cards in 9 of their last 10 games vs Columbus Crew (Major League Soccer).
• Santiago Rodríguez has scored in 3 of his last 3 appearances vs DC United (Major League Soccer).
• Gonzalo Tapia has recorded 1+ shots on target in 6 of his last 6 appearances (Major League Soccer).
• Diego Rossi has attempted 2+ shots in 9 of his last 10 appearances (Major League Soccer).

Columbus Crew vs DC United Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Columbus win this one, and DC United get on the scoreboard in an open game. The Crew are -208 (Polymarket) on the moneyline. Our projection gives them a 63.49% win probability. That is a fair price for a team possessing the ball, playing with width and pinning opponents in their own half against a side that can't hold onto the ball. DC's set pieces give them a way to score, but they don't have enough at the back to stop Columbus. The Columbus Crew vs DC United best picks below follow the same script: a home win with goals at both ends.

Best Picks

Yes in the Both Teams To Score market: Columbus to score and DC United to find the net too. Both Teams To Score is the market to target. Our projection puts Both Teams To Score at 61.99%, and the selection shows up among our positive expected value plays. Both teams have scored in 5 of the last 5 meetings between these clubs in Major League Soccer, and DC's shooting volume, crossing and set pieces give them enough to beat a Columbus back line that is shaky in the air.

Over 2.5 in the Total Goals Over/Under market. Total Goals Over/Under is the second market we like. Our projection has 3.49 total goals in this game, with Columbus doing most of the damage, and there have been over 2.5 goals in 7 of DC United's last 8 MLS games. Combine a red-hot home attack with a visiting defense that leaks goals and you get a messy game, which fits the Columbus win and the Both Teams To Score pick.

Columbus Crew vs DC United Same Game Parlay

These Columbus Crew vs DC United same game parlay picks combine a Gonzalo Tapia goal, a Tai Baribo card, Columbus Over 1.5 Total Home Goals and Brais Méndez Over 3.5 Player Shots.

Gonzalo Tapia, Anytime Goalscorer: the forward has found the net in each of his last 3 MLS outings and is projected to start up top against a soft DC defense.

Tai Baribo, To Be Shown A Card: his last 3 league appearances have all ended with a card, but he is listed as injured with a hip problem, so this leg only lands if he plays.

Columbus Over 1.5 Total Home Goals: the Crew have scored 2+ goals in 7 of their last 7 MLS games, and DC United are not the team to end that run.

Brais Méndez Over 3.5 Player Shots: the midfielder has fired 4+ shots in 4 of his 5 most recent league outings, but he is doubtful, so check team news before kickoff.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Columbus Crew vs DC United Talking Points

Laurent Courtois has the Crew rolling since taking over as interim head coach in May, and a home date with a DC United side that is 2-7-7 on the road is about as kind as it gets with a playoff spot on the line. Columbus love to attack down the right and control games in the opposition's half, while DC rely on long balls, crosses and set pieces. History points toward goals too: Columbus have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 4 games against DC United in all competitions. That is why the Columbus Crew vs DC United betting odds lean so heavily toward the hosts.

Columbus Crew vs DC United Predictions FAQs

When is the Columbus Crew vs DC United game?

The game kicks off at 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Where is the Columbus Crew vs DC United game being played?

The game is being played at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, OH.

Which DC United players are listed as injured?

Tai Baribo, Hosei Kijima, Louis Munteanu and Gabriel Segal are listed as injured for DC United.

Which betting markets have odds for the game?

Moneyline, Total Goals Over/Under and Both Teams To Score markets have odds listed for the game.

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