The MLS heats up as Columbus Crew face Philadelphia Union on 29 June 2025. Our in-depth analysis explores team form, player stats, past results, and key betting markets to help UK punters bet with confidence.
- Philadelphia Union has been unbeaten in their last 13 games.
- Columbus Crew has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 13 games.
- 4 of Columbus Crew's last 5 games have had over 2.5 goals.
- 9 of Columbus Crew's last 9 games have seen both teams score.
- 5 of Philadelphia Union's last 7 games saw them score first.
- 5 of Columbus Crew's last 7 games saw them concede the first goal.
- 6 of Columbus Crew's last 7 games saw them losing at halftime.
- 9 of Columbus Crew's last 10 games have had under 4.5 cards.
- 4 of Philadelphia Union's last 5 games have had over 10.5 corners.
- 6 of Columbus Crew's last 7 games have had under 10.5 corners.
Columbus Crew, currently 6th with 34 points from 19 matches, are coming off a 3-1 victory against Atlanta on 25 June 2025. Goals from Jacen Russell-Rowe (brace) and Marcelo Herrera sealed the win. Their defence struggles at home, with only 2 clean sheets in 11 home games this season, leaving them vulnerable to conceding. Leading the attack is Diego Rossi, who has bagged 9 goals in 18 appearances. Columbus Crew has created on average 1.83 xG in their last five fixtures, showing growing attacking cohesion. Columbus Crew have mixed form, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 5 games, making their performance a bit unpredictable. Having scored 32 goals and conceded 26 in 19 matches this season, Columbus Crew play a more open style, with games often featuring higher-scoring outcomes.
Philadelphia Union, sitting 1st with 40 points, are in superb form, unbeaten in their last 13 matches. Their latest result was a 1-0 victory against Chicago on 26 June 2025, with Bruno Damiani scoring the decisive goal. Philadelphia Union boast a strong away defence, with 8 clean sheets in 9 away games this season, having conceded 19 goals. Commanding the frontline is Tai Baribo, who has scored 13 goals in 16 appearances. Philadelphia Union have generated an average of 1.62 xG in their last five matches, indicating strong attacking intent. Philadelphia Union are unbeaten, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and no losses in their last 5 games, showcasing their resilience.
Head-to-Head Record
- In last 6 head-to-head games, Columbus Crew has been unbeaten.
- In last 7 head-to-head games, Philadelphia Union has failed to keep a clean sheet.
- 5 of the last 7 head-to-head games between Columbus Crew and Philadelphia Union have seen both teams score.
- 5 of the last 5 head-to-head games between Columbus Crew and Philadelphia Union have had under 4.5 cards.
Columbus Crew Team News and Key Players
- #24 - Evan Bush (Goalkeeper)
- #31 - Steven Moreira (Defender)
- #25 - Sean Zawadzki (Defender)
- #21 - Yevhen Cheberko (Defender)
- #23 - Mohamed Farsi (Midfielder)
- #6 - Darlington Nagbe (C) (Midfielder)
- #14 - Amar Sejdic (Midfielder)
- #26 - Lassi Lappalainen (Midfielder)
- #7 - Dylan Chambost (Forward)
- #8 - Dániel Gazdag (Forward)
- #10 - Diego Rossi (Forward)
Philadelphia Union Team News and Key Players
- #18 - Andre Blake (Goalkeeper)
- #11 - Alejandro Bedoya (C) (Defender)
- #29 - Olwethu Makhanya (Defender)
- #4 - Jovan Lukić (Defender)
- #27 - Kai Wagner (Defender)
- #19 - Indiana Vassilev (Midfielder)
- #21 - Danley Jean Jacques (Midfielder)
- #8 - Jesus Bueno (Midfielder)
- #16 - Ben Bender (Midfielder)
- #20 - Bruno Damiani (Forward)
- #35 - Markus Anderson (Forward)
Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union Betting Tips
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Columbus Crew v Philadelphia Union Odds
Full Time Result:- Columbus Crew to win: 83/100
- Draw: 13/5
- Philadelphia Union to win: 10/3
- Columbus Crew to win or Draw: 1/5
- Draw or Philadelphia Union to win: 10/11
- Columbus Crew to win or Philadelphia Union to win: 2/7
- Columbus Crew to win: 13/10
- Draw: 6/4
- Philadelphia Union to win: 3/1
- Both Teams to Score - Yes: 1/2
- Both Teams to Score - No: 1/2
- Over 2.5 Goals: 8/15
- Under 2.5 Goals: 7/5
- Over 3.5 Goals: 5/4
- Under 3.5 Goals: 4/7
Columbus Crew Previous 10 Matches
- 25.06, Atlanta United (h) 3 - 1
- 14.06, Vancouver Whitecaps (h) 2 - 1
- 31.05, Inter Miami CF (a) 1 - 5
- 29.05, Nashville SC (h) 2 - 2
- 24.05, Charlotte FC (a) 2 - 3
- 17.05, FC Cincinnati (h) 1 - 1
- 14.05, CF Montréal (a) 1 - 1
- 10.05, Philadelphia Union (a) 2 - 2
- 03.05, Charlotte FC (h) 4 - 2
- 26.04, San Jose Earthquakes (h) 2 - 1
- 19.04, Inter Miami CF (h) 0 - 1
Philadelphia Union Previous 10 Matches
- 26.06, Chicago Fire (a) 1 - 0
- 14.06, Charlotte FC (h) 2 - 1
- 07.06, Atlas FC (h) 1 - 0
- 01.06, FC Dallas (a) 0 - 0
- 28.05, Toronto FC (a) 2 - 1
- 24.05, Inter Miami CF (h) 3 - 3
- 21.05, Pittsburgh Riverhounds (h) 4 - 1
- 17.05, Atlanta United (a) 1 - 0
- 14.05, LA Galaxy (h) 3 - 2
- 10.05, Columbus Crew (h) 2 - 2
- 07.05, Indy Eleven (h) 1 - 1 (6 - 5)
MLS Table
| Columbus Crew | Opponent | Philadelphia Union | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-2 | Philadelphia Union | - | - | |
| 1-1 | FC Cincinnati | 4-1 | ||
| 2-2 | Nashville SC | 1-3 | ||
| - | - | Columbus Crew | 2-2 | |
| 0-1 | 1-5 | Inter Miami CF | 3-3 | 1-2 |
| Orlando City SC | 0-0 | 4-2 | ||
| 0-0 | New York City FC | 0-1 | ||
| New York Red Bulls | ||||
| 4-2 | 2-3 | Charlotte FC | 2-1 | |
| 4-2 | Chicago Fire | 1-0 | ||
| 1-0 | New England Revolution | 2-0 | ||
| Toronto FC | 2-1 | |||
| 2-1 | DC United | 3-0 | ||
| 3-1 | Atlanta United | 3-0 | 1-0 | |
| 2-1 | 1-1 | CF Montréal | 2-1 | |
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia Union | 22 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 16 | 1.68 | 0.95 |
| 2 | Cincinnati | 22 | 43 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 1.59 | 1.32 |
| 3 | Nashville | 22 | 41 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 1.73 | 1.14 |
| 4 | Columbus Crew | 22 | 39 | 10 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 1.64 | 1.32 |
| 5 | Inter Miami | 19 | 38 | 11 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 2.32 | 1.58 |
| 6 | Orlando | 22 | 35 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 11 | 1.82 | 1.32 |
| 7 | NY City | 21 | 31 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 1.29 | 1.10 |
| 8 | NY Red Bulls | 22 | 30 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 1.50 | 1.23 |
| 9 | Charlotte | 22 | 29 | 9 | 2 | 11 | -1 | 1.59 | 1.64 |
| 10 | Chicago | 21 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 1.86 | 1.81 |
| 11 | New England | 21 | 25 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1.24 | 1.19 |
| 12 | Toronto | 21 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 11 | -4 | 1.14 | 1.33 |
| 13 | DC United | 21 | 19 | 4 | 7 | 10 | -22 | 0.81 | 1.86 |
| 14 | Atlanta | 21 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 11 | -16 | 1.05 | 1.81 |
| 15 | Montréal | 22 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 13 | -22 | 0.86 | 1.86 |
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