MLS· Regular Season - 34· Soldier Field
Chicago Fire
Columbus Crew7 Nov
Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew Prediction & Betting Tips
Saturday, 7 November 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Both teams to score
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Predicted score
1-2
Fair odds
1.70
Expected goals
1.2 - 1.8
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More Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH2 +1.5Columbus Crew +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 89% | 1.12 | - |
| X2Columbus Crew or Draw | 77% | 1.30 | - |
| AH1 +1.5Chicago Fire +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 72% | 1.38 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 65% | 1.55 | - |
| 1XChicago Fire or Draw | 61% | 1.65 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 58% | 1.73 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 42% | 2.36 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 41% | 2.42 | - |
| 2Columbus Crew to win | 39% | 2.54 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 35% | 2.83 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Columbus Crew -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 28% | 3.62 | - |
| 1Chicago Fire to win | 23% | 4.39 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Chicago Fire -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 11% | 9.27 | - |
Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew preview & analysis
Match preview
Chicago Fire host Columbus Crew in the MLS (Regular Season - 34) at Soldier Field on Saturday, 7 November 2026, with kick-off at 21:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Chicago Fire arrive in mixed form, with 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 7 and conceding 8. Most recently they lost to Philadelphia Union 1-3 at home. They're 4th in the table with 48 points from 29 games. Columbus Crew arrive in superb form, with 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches, scoring 11 and conceding 6. Most recently they beat Charlotte 3-1 at home. They're 13th in the table with 32 points from 29 games.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Chicago Fire have won 1, Columbus Crew have won 4 and 1 ended level. Those games averaged 3.0 goals, and both teams scored in 3 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Columbus Crew narrow favourites: Chicago Fire 23%, draw 38%, Columbus Crew 39%. We expect around 3.0 goals (1.2 - 1.8 in expected goals), with 58% for over 2.5 and 59% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Both attacks are firing and neither defence has been keeping clean sheets. We expect goals at both ends. Our pick is Both teams to score, which our model rates at a 59% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is Chicago Fire 1-2 Columbus Crew.
Recent form
Chicago Fire- 15 OctHPhiladelphia Union1-3
- 10 OctHNew York City FC2-1
- 7 OctHVancouver Whitecaps3-1
- 27 SeptACharlotte1-0
- 20 SeptANashville SC0-3
Columbus Crew- 15 OctHCharlotte3-1
- 11 OctAOrlando City SC2-3
- 28 SeptHInter Miami2-1
- 20 SeptACF Montreal2-0
- 17 SeptHOrlando City SC2-1
Head to head
MLS table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Nashville SC | 29 | 20 | 6 | 3 | +41 | 66 |
| 2 |  Inter Miami | 29 | 14 | 10 | 5 | +20 | 52 |
| 3 |  New England Revolution | 29 | 15 | 4 | 10 | +7 | 49 |
| 4 | Chicago Fire | 29 | 14 | 6 | 9 | +9 | 48 |
| 5 |  Charlotte | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | +8 | 46 |
| 6 |  Philadelphia Union | 29 | 13 | 6 | 10 | +13 | 45 |
| 7 |  Orlando City SC | 29 | 11 | 5 | 13 | -15 | 38 |
| 8 |  New York Red Bulls | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | -15 | 36 |
| 9 |  FC Cincinnati | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | -8 | 36 |
| 10 |  New York City FC | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | +2 | 33 |
| 11 |  Toronto FC | 29 | 7 | 12 | 10 | -11 | 33 |
| 12 |  DC United | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | -11 | 33 |
| 13 | Columbus Crew | 29 | 9 | 5 | 15 | -3 | 32 |
| 14 |  Atlanta United FC | 29 | 8 | 6 | 15 | -12 | 30 |
| 15 |  CF Montreal | 29 | 6 | 6 | 17 | -24 | 24 |
Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew: FAQ
What is the Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew prediction?
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Our tip is Both teams to score. Our predicted score is Chicago Fire 1-2 Columbus Crew.
Who is the favourite to win Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew?
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Columbus Crew are favourites. Our model gives Chicago Fire a 23% chance of winning, Columbus Crew 39%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew?
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We rate both teams to score at 59%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew kick off?
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Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew kicks off at 21:00 UTC on Saturday, 7 November 2026 at Soldier Field, Chicago.
