NYCFC vs Columbus Predictions

NYCFC vs Columbus is scheduled for kick off on 10 May, at 20:30. The game is set to take place at Yankee Stadium, with Rubiel Vazquez officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of NYCFC and Columbus. NYCFC have won 3 US Major League Soccer matches against Columbus out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent victory against Chicago, NYCFC is determined to keep their momentum going. NYCFC have won 4 of their last 9 US Major League Soccer matches at Yankee Stadium. Columbus's away record stands at 1 victory from 8 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Cincinnati, Columbus have boosted their morale as they seek to beat NYCFC on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. NYCFC have scored over 1.5 goals in 88% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 82% of games. Their total stands at 30 goals and 83 shots on target this US Major League Soccer season. Meanwhile, Columbus have scored 24 goals with 71 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 88% of matches but conceded in 82% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, NYCFC scored 8 goals while Columbus scored 3 goals. Their last match on 22 July 2026 ended in 2-1 to NYCFC.