New York RB vs Columbus Crew

Major League SoccerFull time · 13 May 2026
New York RB

New York RB

Won · xG 2.38LWDWWLast 5
Full time
3 — 2
90+4'
unknown 7' · Max Arfsten 22' · unknown 40' · unknown 78'

Columbus Crew

Lost · xG 1.75LWDLLLast 5
Columbus Crew
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ NYR · last goal · 78'
39
61
NYR · 2.38 xG1.75 xG · COL

Post-match recap

AI-written

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 won 3-2 at home, extending their recent offensive output to 7 goals in their last five matches. The result bucked their broader trend of 3 losses in that span; they conceded 2 goals despite their 0% clean sheet record across five games. Our model flagged an 80% both-teams-to-score probability, which materialized. The victory marked their second consecutive 3-2 scoreline against Columbus.

Columbus Crew fell 2-3 on the road, their fourth loss in five matches. They scored twice but could not contain New York's attack, adding to their 11 goals conceded tally this period. The away side's form string of LLLWL shows minimal consistency; they remain in 13th position. Both teams hit the net, matching the 80% BTTS model expectation.