New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew Prediction: Both Clubs Eye Playoff Berth as They Battle for Position

• Since retiring back from Leagues Cup play, NYCFC have won three of their previous four tilts 

• The Columbus Crew got into the win column for the first time in four matches, winning a nine-goal thriller 

On Wednesday evening, the three-time MLS Cup winners, the Columbus Crew, will make their way to Yankee Stadium to clash against New York City FC. The pair in this matchup most recently met in March, when both teams shared the points in a goalless draw at Lower.com Field. 

Here, we will break down the betting odds and share our favourite picks for New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew.

New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew Betting Odds for Wednesday, September 17

The draw no-bet market favours the home side to win at -163 or an even scoreline, returning our stake. Columbus is priced at +120 for the exact outcome.

New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew Odds

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New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew Betting Prediction

New York City FC Preview

Over the weekend, Pascal Jansen’s troops secured a 3-1 away victory over the Chicago Fire. The three points gained placed The Pigeons seventh overall in the Eastern Conference, amassing 47 points through 28 MLS contests. NYCFC have been capable of finding the back of the net on a perennial basis, bagging eight goals in the previous five outings. 

Costa Rica international Alonso Martínez is producing another sturdy campaign for his side. Over the weekend, he breached the keeper against Chicago and added to his team's leading 15th league tally. The 26-year-old is usually a threat when he laces up his boots, averaging 1.78 shots on target per 90, making him one of the most accurate kickers amongst his peers at his position. Martínez is two goals shy of reaching his career best in MLS, which saw him catalogue 17 goals during the previous term.

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Columbus Crew Preview

Wilfried Nancy’s colleagues participated in a MLS season high of nine goals featuring on the scoreboard on Saturday. The Crew came out on top, winning 5-4 against Atlanta United. The Black and Gold were able to halt their lingering winless run in domestic play, obtaining their first win in MLS since July 19 when they faced off against D.C. United. 

Putting in a class performance against the Five Stripes, Diego Rossi devoured the opposition, garnering a first-half hat-trick. The 27-year-old striker only played 42 minutes against Atlanta, as Columbus built a towering 5-goal lead after Rossi completed his hat-trick. Through 28 matches in MLS in 2025, Rossi has cataloged 16 goals and three assists. Since joining the Crew in 2023, all he has done is hit the back of the net, amassing 45 goals in 97 appearances across all competitions.

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New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew - My Pick

New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew pick: New York City FC draw no bet (-163) at bet365

Despite the Crew avoiding a defeat in their last three away trips, we feel that Columbus could slip up and spoil their decent road form. Throughout the 2025 season, the Black and Gold have only won consecutive road games in one instance, which transpired earlier in the campaign. New York City FC are no slouches themselves when playing at home, posting nine wins out of the possible 13 fixtures.

The Pigeons' successful ways at home are due to their sturdy play on the backend, only averaging a goal conceded per home match. This is a decent shot for the hosts to knock off their counterpart or at worst finish level after the full 90 minutes, with history on the home team's side. Since 2015 Columbus has only walked into Yankee Stadium stealing a win in two of their previous 12 trips.

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How to Watch New York City FC vs. Columbus Crew

• When: September 17, 7.30 p.m. ET

• Where: Yankee Stadium

• TV: Apple TV - MLS Season Pass