DC United plays one of its last cards this weekend in MLS when it hosts a Columbus Crew that only hopes to reach the playoffs in the best way possible.
The capital team comes from being crushed by Philadelphia Union by 4-0 and has not won at home for a long time.
As for the Crew, they continue to pressure Inter Miami for the Supporters’ Shield title, but it will be tough for them to win the trophy.
DC United vs. Columbus Crew Betting Odds and Info
| DC United 2.65 | Columbus Crew 2.28 | Draw Offs: 4.19 |
| When? | Saturday, September 28 at 7:30 pm ET, 6:30 pm CST, 5:30 pm MT, and 6:30 pm PT |
| Where? | Mercedes Benz Stadium |
| Where can I watch it? | MLS Season Pass on Apple TV |
Why bet on DC United?
DC United is still alive. The team from the U.S. capital is in 13th place in the Eastern Conference and is one of the worst teams of the season, but still has a chance to get into the playoffs.
They have 33 points after eight wins, nine draws, and 13 defeats, and are only three units behind Toronto FC and Philadelphia Union, eighth and ninth, respectively, who are in the play-in in that conference. But for that, they will have to win as much as they can, because six teams are fighting for two places.
They were on a good run that gave them hope, but last weekend they were crushed 4-0 by the Philadelphia Union, reaching 61 goals conceded, the second-highest number after the San Jose Earthquakes’ 69. Only in one game this season did they not concede a goal, on the second matchday. That has been the great weakness of this team since their 44 goals scored are an average mark.
Speaking precisely of the offense, Christian Benteke is the top scorer in MLS, with 19 goals, in addition to four assists. In other words, the Belgian has been directly involved in more than half of the team’s goals.
They have not won at home since July 13, although the truth is that only two games have passed for their stadium since then, as they were playing the Leagues Cup during that period.
Why bet on Columbus Crew?
Columbus Crew is back on a positive streak. He already has two wins in a row against Toronto (0-2) and Orlando City (4-3), remaining third in the Eastern Conference with 56 points, eight units behind Inter Miami but with a game in hand. They still have a chance to win the Supporters’ Shield, but it won’t be easy and they will need help from Inter’s rivals.
They are not thinking about that and their mission will be to revalidate the title they won last season. Their passage to the playoffs is already assured, and this week they will be playing the Campeones Cup against América of Mexico. It will be just one game.
On the road, the Crew are undefeated in four games and have won three times, being the third-best club playing away from home with eight wins, four draws, and only three defeats.
Their 31 goals against make them the best defense in the MLS, while Cucho Hernández is the team’s leading scorer with 15 goals and has scored and assisted in the last two matches.
Final Betting Analysis: DC United vs. Columbus Crew
The last time these teams met was on April 6 of this year and it was a 1-1 draw. Columbus Crew is undefeated in six games with four wins. The last time DC United won was in 2021.
The numbers at Gambyl Exchange have Columbus Crew as the favorite. Their Moneyline shows 2.28, DC United has 2.65, and the draw is at 4.19.
DC United must win, not only because they are at home, but also because they are fighting to enter the playoffs. However, the level of the team has been low during the whole season, the opposite is the case of Columbus Crew, who will win 3-1.
Go for a win for Columbus Crew. If you bet $100 at 2.28, you will gain $128 for a total payout of $228.
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