Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United: Key MLS Playoff Race Betting Preview

Columbus Crew vs. Atlanta United: Key MLS Playoff Race Betting Preview

By Michael Davidson

February 7, 2025 at 07:12 AM

The Columbus Crew host Atlanta United at Lower.com Field on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. ET in a crucial MLS Eastern Conference matchup. The game will air nationally on FS1 and Fox Deportes.

Match History

  • Columbus leads all-time series 6-5-1
  • Crew won last meeting 2-1 in Atlanta (May 2024)
  • Visiting team has won 5 of last 6 matchups
  • Columbus is 2-3 at home vs Atlanta

Columbus Crew Update

  • Currently 5th place in Eastern Conference (34 points)
  • Unbeaten in 11 of last 12 games
  • 5-3-3 home record this season
  • Key Players:
    • Lucas Zelarayan: 8 goals
    • Cucho: 6 goals in 7 games
    • Eloy Room: 7 clean sheets

Atlanta United Update

  • Lost 2-1 to NY Red Bulls on Wednesday
  • Only 1 road win this season (1-7-4)
  • Winless in last 9 road games
  • Key Players:
    • Ronaldo Cisneros: 7 goals
    • Josef Martinez: 6 goals
    • Rocco Rios Nova: 2 clean sheets

Betting Odds

  • Columbus Crew: -120
  • Atlanta United: +280
  • Draw: +280
  • Total Goals O/U: 2.5 (Over -135, Under +110)
  • Both Teams to Score: Yes -150, No +120

The Crew look to capitalize on home advantage against a struggling Atlanta road team as they push to solidify their playoff position. Columbus has momentum and fresher legs after a full week's rest compared to Atlanta's short turnaround.

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