The MLS Eastern Conference heats up as Columbus Crew host Philadelphia Union this Sunday. With just six points separating the teams, this is a key clash in the race for playoff seeding. Read our preview and betting analysis for Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union.
Columbus are looking to continue their home dominance after a 3-1 win over Atlanta United, while the Union come into this match on the back of a gritty 1-0 win against Chicago Fire. Both sides have found the net with consistency, but clean sheets have been elusive.
Matchplug is your best plug for up-to-date betting picks and analysis.With both teams pushing for momentum, expect attacking action and goals at both ends.
Betting Preview for Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union
- Venue: Lower.com Field
- Date: Sunday, June 30, 2025
- Time: 11:30 PM WAT
- Teams: Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union
- Odds as provided by 1XBet
Betting on Columbus Crew
1XBet Spread: -0.5
1XBet Moneyline: -110
1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5
The Crew have built a strong home presence and are coming off back-to-back wins. However, their defense remains a concern — they’ve failed to keep a clean sheet in 14 straight matches. That said, they’ve also scored in 13 of those 14, with Cucho Hernández and Diego Rossi leading a potent frontline.Expect Columbus to find the net again, but questions will remain about their ability to shut down Philly’s attack.
Betting on Philadelphia Union1XBet Spread: +0.51XBet Moneyline: +2301XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5Philadelphia Union are grinding out results with one-goal wins, including their latest against Chicago Fire. Bruno Damiani’s early penalty was enough, as Philly’s defense held firm.
Still, they’ve seen both teams score in seven of their last 10 matches, suggesting they often give as much as they get.Philadelphia’s attack may not be explosive, but they have enough to trouble a leaky Crew defense.
MatchPlug Prediction for Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union
Both teams are in good form and bring scoring threats into this fixture. With Columbus unable to keep clean sheets and Philly often conceding despite strong defending, both teams to score is the logical play.
Final Prediction: Both Teams to Score (BTTS – Yes)
