Philadelphia Union vs Columbus Crew

Major League SoccerFull time · 16 May 2026
Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia Union

Drew · xG 0.87WLDLLLast 5
Full time
1 — 1
90+4'
unknown 10' · Milan Iloski 70'

Columbus Crew

Drew · xG 0.32LWDLLLast 5
Columbus Crew
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ PHI · last goal · 70'
56
44
PHI · 0.87 xG0.32 xG · COL

Post-match recap

AI-written

Philadelphia Union drew 1-1 with Columbus Crew in an MLS matchup that saw both sides find the net, consistent with their recent form. Our model favored a Union win at 44 percent probability, a pick that missed as the teams settled for a point apiece. Both sides have shown a tendency to produce goals in their last five outings, with BTTS occurring in 80 percent of matches for each team. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

The stalemate left Philadelphia in 15th position and Columbus in 12th; both sides remained entrenched in the lower half. Our model flagged an 80% both-teams-to-score probability, which materialized. The result offered minimal shift in the season narrative for either club, as both continued struggling defensively and failing to convert attacking dominance into wins.

Philadelphia Union drew 1-1 at home, extending their winless run to four matches. The hosts generated 6.00 xG but managed only one goal, continuing a pattern of defensive vulnerability with zero clean sheets across their last five outings. Their league position of 15th reflects a season yielding 9 goals for and 12 against; this result offered respite after consecutive defeats to Orlando City and New England.

Columbus Crew salvaged a 1-1 draw away from home, collecting a point in their fourth loss across five matches. The visitors matched Philadelphia's attacking output but remained unable to convert chances decisively. Their 12 goals conceded in recent fixtures underscored ongoing defensive issues, though the draw halted momentum from a 2-0 victory over this opponent just days prior.