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New York RB vs Columbus Crew

Major League SoccerFull time Β· 13 May 2026
New York RB

New York RB

Won Β· xG 2.38WDWWLLast 5
Full time
3 β€” 2
90+4'
⚽ unknown 7' · ⚽ Max Arfsten 22' · ⚽ unknown 40' · ⚽ unknown 78'

Columbus Crew

Lost Β· xG 1.75WDLLLLast 5
Columbus Crew
PRESSURE INDEX Β· FINALβ–² NYR Β· last goal Β· 78'
39
61
NYR Β· 2.38 xG1.75 xG Β· COL
Match StoryFull breakdown

New York RB 3–2 Columbus Crew

New York Red Bulls edged out Columbus Crew 3-2 in a five-goal contest at home, delivering a result that reflected the attacking patterns both sides have shown across the 2025 MLS season. It was a match that confirmed what the standings already suggested: these are two teams built to score, and neither is built to keep things quiet.

Major League SoccerThu 14 May, 00:30
Key Takeaways
Result

New York RB picked up three points at home, extending their winning run.

Goals

Plenty of attacking intent from both sides produced an entertaining goal tally.

Table

The result has implications at both ends of the New York RB end of the standings.

Match Facts
VenueN/A
AttendanceN/A
RefereeN/A
RoundN/A
CompetitionMajor League Soccer
First Goal
U
7'⚽
Unknown3 goals in match
Match Report
New York RB 3-2 Columbus Crew: A High-Scoring Encounter That Rewarded Attacking Structure
SHSophie Hargreaves

New York RB 3-2 Columbus Crew: A High-Scoring Encounter That Rewarded Attacking Structure

New York Red Bulls edged out Columbus Crew 3-2 in a five-goal contest at home, delivering a result that reflected the attacking patterns both sides have shown across the 2025 MLS season. It was a match that confirmed what the standings already suggested: these are two teams built to score, and neither is built to keep things quiet.

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Key Events
  1. 7'
    New York RB
    Right foot shot
  2. 22'
    Columbus CrewMax ArfstenMax Arfsten
    Left foot shot
  3. 40'
    New York RB
    Left foot shot
  4. 42'
    New York RB
  5. 45+3'
    Columbus Crew
    Foul
  6. 46'
    New York RB
  7. 60'
    Columbus Crew
  8. 60'
    Columbus Crew
  9. 64'
    Columbus Crew
    Right foot shot
  10. 65'
    New York RB
  11. 65'
    New York RB
  12. 65'
    New York RBJustin CheJustin Che
  13. 68'
    New York RB
    Time wasting
  14. 71'
    Columbus Crew
    Foul
  15. 78'
    New York RB
    Right foot shot
  16. 83'
    New York RB
    Foul
  17. 85'
    Columbus Crew
  18. 85'
    New York RB
  19. 85'
    Columbus Crew
  20. 90+7'
    New York RB
    Foul
Game Flow

Expected Goals (xG)

New York RB 2.38 xGColumbus Crew 1.75 xG
Cumulative Β· approximated from goal events
0'45'90'
Table ImpactFull table

How the result affects the Major League Soccer standings.

#TeamPWDLPts
1Nashville SC14103133
1Vancouver Whitecaps14102232
2Inter Miami1594231
2SJ Earthquakes15102332
3Chicago Fire1482426
3Real Salt Lake1482426
4Dallas1574425
4New England1481525
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of New York RB vs Columbus Crew?

The match finished 3-2 to New York RB.

Who won New York RB vs Columbus Crew?

New York RB won the match 3-2.

When did New York RB vs Columbus Crew take place?

The match took place on Thursday, 14 May 2026.

πŸ“Š AI-generated recap and structured data

New York RB defeated Columbus Crew 3-2 in MLS play. Our model favored Columbus at 40% probability to win; the pick missed. Both teams arrived in poor form, with New York managing one win in five and Columbus one win in five. Both sides had scored in four of their last five outings, and that pattern held here as goals came freely on the night. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

The result widened New York RB's advantage over Columbus Crew in the standings. RB stayed in 6th place with three points gained, while Crew remained 13th and winless in four of their last five. Our model suggested attacking intent from both sides; the 3-2 scoreline reflected that volatility. The fixture outcome did little to stabilize either team's season trajectory given their defensive fragility.

New York RB v Columbus Crew Β· Major League Soccer Β· 14/05/2026, 00:30:00