Columbus Crew v Philadelphia Union: Forecast, Odds and Bets

June 27, 2025

The Major League Soccer matchup between Columbus Crew and Philadelphia Union will take place on 29 June 2025. Fans in Italy, Germany, France and Spain can tune in at 00:00 CEST, while viewers in the UK can catch the action at 23:00 BST on 28 June. This promises to be a late-night thriller for European audiences.

Columbus Crew will host Philadelphia Union in what is expected to be a tightly contested clash. Both sides are pushing to improve their league standings as the season approaches its business end, making every point crucial.

How are both teams coming into this?

Columbus Crew have shown moments of attacking flair this season but have lacked consistency at the back. Their home form can be formidable when they get the mid-week crowd behind them, yet defensive lapses have cost them precious points in recent outings.

Philadelphia Union, based in Chester, Pennsylvania, have been an established MLS presence since 2010 but are still chasing that first domestic trophy. The Union’s away performances have been solid, relying on a well-organised defensive block and quick transitions to trouble opponents.

Our forecast

Expect a balanced contest in Columbus, as both teams have shown they can score but also concede. A low-scoring affair seems likely, with each side cancelling the other out in midfield battles.

We fancy a 1-1 draw given the defensive discipline of Philadelphia and the home support that will lift the Crew. Both teams scoring appears a strong possibility, and a share of the spoils could be on the cards.