MLS · Saturday, 07/11/2026 · 22:00
Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew Prediction, Tips & Odds
Team pages: Chicago Fire · Columbus Crew
Full time 3-4 · Tip “Over 2.5 goals” won
Odds may change before kick-off · 18+ · not betting advice
It is Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew on Saturday (7 November, 22:00).
The situation: Chicago Fire are on course for the play-offs – Columbus Crew have won 5 games in a row
Chicago Fire are in position 5 with 55 points, Columbus Crew follow in position 13 with 44 points. Goal difference: 61-50 for Chicago Fire, 55-49 for Columbus Crew. Chicago Fire currently occupy a play-off place, but only 3 points clear. Columbus Crew are 4 points off a wildcard (per conference) place.
Form guide Chicago Fire: Inconsistent at home
At home they recently beat New York City (2-1). There was also a defeat against Philadelphia Union (1-3). Against Orlando City (2-2) they could only draw. Chicago Fire picked up 2 wins from their last 5 home games, averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.8 conceded.
Form guide Columbus Crew: Strong away too
On the road, Columbus Crew recently played 2-0 at Dallas, 2-0 at Cincinnati and 2-3 at Orlando City. Record in the last 5 away games: 3 wins, no draws, 2 defeats, 9-5 goals. Columbus Crew scored in every one of those games.
Chicago Fire at home, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Columbus Crew away, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Head-to-head: Plenty of draws
The only meeting in the last two seasons ended 0-0 (Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire, 08/03/2026).
- 08/03/2026 Columbus Crew – Chicago Fire 0-0
Injuries and suspensions
Chicago Fire are without: Robin Lod (leg injury), Sam Rogers (injury), Claudio Cassano (cruciate ligament injury).
Columbus Crew are without: Wessam Abou Ali (cruciate ligament injury), Rudy Camacho (abdominal injury).
Late absences on matchday may not be included yet.
MLS table
| Pos | Team | P | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Inter Miami | 33 | 77-56 | 59 |
| 4 | New England Revolution | 33 | 55-46 | 58 |
| 5 | Chicago Fire | 33 | 61-50 | 55 |
| 6 | FC Dallas | 33 | 59-50 | 55 |
| 7 | Charlotte FC | 33 | 63-48 | 53 |
| 11 | Los Angeles FC | 33 | 51-38 | 47 |
| 12 | Philadelphia Union | 33 | 62-51 | 47 |
| 13 | Columbus Crew | 33 | 55-49 | 44 |
| 14 | LA Galaxy | 33 | 49-55 | 44 |
| 15 | Portland Timbers | 33 | 60-61 | 43 |
Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew odds
Chicago Fire go in as favourites: the home win is priced at 1.72, a draw 4.20 and a Columbus Crew win 3.60. Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.37.
| Bet | Odds | implied by odds | our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Fire to win | 1.72 | 53% | 51% |
| Draw | 4.20 | 22% | 22% |
| Columbus Crew to win | 3.60 | 25% | 27% |
| Double chance 1X | 1.18 | 75% | 73% |
| Double chance X2 | 1.95 | 47% | 49% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.08 | 84% | 85% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.37 | 67% | 66% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.75 | 33% | 34% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.93 | 47% | 46% |
| Under 3.5 goals | 1.72 | 53% | 54% |
“Implied by odds”: the probability contained in the odds (without the bookmaker margin). “Our view”: the odds and our statistical model combined.
Betting tip & prediction: Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew
In short: We are backing Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.37. Our score prediction: 2-1. We put the chance at around 66%. The odds reflect that quite accurately, so this tip is no bargain.
For
- All of Chicago Fire’s last 5 home games produced three or more goals.
- For Columbus Crew away it was 2 of 5.
Against
- Chicago Fire are without 3 players.
- Columbus Crew are missing 2 players.
Tip: Over 2.5 goals · Odds 1.37 · Prediction 2-1 · Risk medium
FAQ: Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew
When do Chicago Fire play Columbus Crew?
Kick-off is on Saturday, 07/11/2026, at 22:00 (MLS).
Who are the favourites in Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew?
Chicago Fire are favourites: a home win pays 1.72, a Columbus Crew win 3.60.
What is the tip for Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew?
Our tip is Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.37. We expect a 2-1. Risk: medium.
How did recent meetings between Chicago Fire and Columbus Crew go?
The only meeting in the last two seasons ended 0-0 (Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire, 08/03/2026).
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