Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Columbus Crew II welcome Connecticut FC to Historic Crew Stadium on 6 June 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action. The hosts are emerging as one of the pace-setters in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are fighting to stay in touch with the playoff places. With both sides showing attacking intent this year, this clash has the makings of a key benchmark for their respective campaigns.

Columbus Crew II sit high in both the Northeast Division and the wider Eastern Conference, having collected 23 points from 13 matches. Connecticut FC are some way back on 13 points from 11 games and need a result to close the gap on a direct rival. Stats suggest Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC could be a pivotal MLS Next Pro fixture in the race for postseason positions.

The recent meeting between these teams went the way of Columbus Crew II, and with home advantage at Historic Crew Stadium this time, the balance of power again looks tilted towards the hosts. However, Connecticut FC’s away record has been one of their strengths, adding intrigue to this matchup.

Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC Key Stats

• Columbus Crew II have taken 23 points from 13 league matches, winning 8 and losing 5 with no draws.
• The only previous meeting this season, on 11 April 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage, ended Connecticut FC 1-3 Columbus Crew II at Morrone Stadium.
• Columbus Crew II average 1.9 goals scored and 1.8 goals conceded per game across the campaign, while Connecticut FC average 1.5 scored and 1.8 conceded.

Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 3 vs 13
• Points: 23 vs 13
• Goals For: 23 vs 15
• Goals Against: 22 vs 20
• Clean Sheets: Columbus Crew II 2; Connecticut FC 1

In the Eastern Conference table, Columbus Crew II are ranked 3rd with 23 points from 13 matches, and their status line confirms they are in the “Promotion - MLS Next Pro (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)” zone. They have won 8 and lost 5, scoring 23 and conceding 22. That profile underlines an aggressive, front-foot team that accepts defensive risk in pursuit of victories.

Connecticut FC are 13th in the Eastern Conference on 13 points after 11 games, with 5 wins and 6 defeats, scoring 15 and conceding 20. Their goal difference of -5 and lower points tally highlight a more fragile overall profile, although their away record in the Northeast Division (4 wins and 3 losses, 13 goals for and 13 against) shows they are far from pushovers on the road. Columbus Crew II’s strong home numbers and superior league position make them clear favourites, but Connecticut FC’s away scoring threat keeps this contest competitive.

Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC Key Matchups

Columbus Crew II Attack vs Connecticut FC Defence

Columbus Crew II’s attacking unit has produced 25 goals in 13 fixtures across home and away, at an average of 1.9 per match. At home they average 2.2 goals scored, underlining the potency they enjoy at Historic Crew Stadium. Their biggest home win margin is 3-1, and they have failed to score only once all season. That relentless output will test a Connecticut FC defence conceding 1.8 goals per game overall and 1.9 away from home, with 20 goals allowed in 11 matches.

Connecticut FC Away Attack vs Columbus Crew II Back Line

Connecticut FC’s attack is notably more dangerous on the road than at home. They have scored 14 of their 17 total goals away from home, averaging 2.0 goals per away match compared to just 0.8 at home. Their biggest away win is 1-3, illustrating that they are capable of scoring multiple times on their travels. Columbus Crew II concede 1.8 goals per game overall and 2.3 away, but at home they are tighter at 1.2 conceded on average and have kept 2 clean sheets. The battle between Connecticut FC’s travelling attack and a relatively solid Columbus home defence could decide how open this fixture becomes.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides have met once in this MLS Next Pro campaign, with Columbus Crew II taking the points away from home. With only a single data point, the head-to-head record is heavily tilted towards the Crew but still in its infancy.

• 11 April 2026: Connecticut FC 1-3 Columbus Crew II (MLS Next Pro Group Stage)

Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC Prediction

Form and underlying metrics point towards a competitive but home-leaning encounter. Columbus Crew II’s league form string of “WLWLW” in the Northeast Division shows a high-variance side that either wins or loses but rarely settles for a draw. Their season-long attacking average of 1.9 goals per game, combined with 2.2 scored per home match and only 1.2 conceded at home, suggests they are well suited to controlling games at Historic Crew Stadium.

Connecticut FC’s “WWLWL” league form in the Northeast Division and 2.0 goals scored per away match indicate they can hurt opponents on the road. However, their overall goal difference of -5 and 1.8 goals conceded per game underline defensive vulnerabilities. The prediction metrics give Columbus Crew II a 45% chance of victory and the draw also at 45%, with only 10% allocated to an away win, and the advice leans strongly towards “Double chance : Columbus Crew II or draw”. Given Columbus Crew II’s superior table position, stronger home record, and the previous 3-1 away win in April, the hosts are favoured to edge another high-energy contest.

Predicted Score: Columbus Crew II 1-0 Connecticut FC

Columbus Crew II League Form

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Connecticut FC League Form

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Columbus Crew II Possible Starting Lineup

Luke Pruter; Owen Presthus, Cesar Ruvalcaba, R. Aoki, Tristan Brown; M. Nyeman, Q. Elliot, G. De Libera, Z. Zengue; B. Adu-Gyamfi, I. Kone.

Columbus Crew II have a deep squad with multiple young options across the pitch. In goal, Luke Pruter is one of three listed keepers, alongside K. Abbott and A. Zochowski, giving flexibility between the posts. The defensive unit can draw on players such as Owen Presthus, Cesar Ruvalcaba, R. Aoki and Tristan Brown, offering a blend of experience and youth. In midfield, the likes of M. Nyeman, Q. Elliot, G. De Libera and Z. Zengue provide energy and ball progression, while attackers such as B. Adu-Gyamfi and I. Kone give penetration in the final third. The squad profile supports an attacking, front-foot shape, especially at home.

Connecticut FC Possible Starting Lineup

Not available.

There is no detailed squad list or lineup data for Connecticut FC, making specific positional analysis difficult. What is clear from their statistical profile is that they are more effective in attack away from home, so it is reasonable to expect an approach that looks to exploit transitions and wide areas, backed by a compact defensive block.

Columbus Crew II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Connecticut FC Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Columbus Crew II:

• None reported.

Connecticut FC:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Columbus Crew II in the double chance (home or draw). The prediction metrics allocate 45% to a home win and 45% to a draw, with only 10% on an away victory, and the official advice is “Double chance : Columbus Crew II or draw”. That aligns with Columbus Crew II’s stronger league position and home scoring record.
• Goals Tip: Consider a goals-based angle favouring at least one team scoring. Columbus Crew II average 1.9 goals for and 1.8 against per match, while Connecticut FC average 1.5 scored and 1.8 conceded. Their only previous meeting finished 3-1 to Columbus Crew II, indicating that chances at both ends are likely.
• Value Tip: Look at a home win in a multi-goal match scenario. Columbus Crew II’s home scoring average of 2.2 and Connecticut FC’s away average of 2.0 goals for suggest an open contest. With Columbus Crew II boasting 2 clean sheets but also 23 goals conceded overall, a home win combined with goals could offer value, especially given the 57.4% overall comparison edge in favour of the hosts.

How to Watch Columbus Crew II vs Connecticut FC

Broadcast coverage varies by region. General guide:

• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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