Atlanta United FC vs Columbus Crew Preview: Prediction, Team News, Lineups
14th-placed Atlanta United FC (3-2-8) travel to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, Ohio to face 13th-placed Columbus Crew (3-4-7) on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Columbus Crew come into this in poor form (WDLLL) while Atlanta United FC are in mixed form (LDLWW).
When and Where to Watch
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, May 24, 2026 |
| Kickoff (US Eastern) | 5:00 PM ET |
| Kickoff (UK) | 10:00 pm BST |
| Venue | ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, Columbus, Ohio |
| Competition | MLS |
| Free Stream | DAMITV |
Form Guide (Last 5)
Columbus Crew — WDLLL
| Result | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| W | 1-0 | New York City FC |
| D | 1-1 | Philadelphia Union |
| L | 3-2 | Red Bull New York |
| L | 3-0 | New York City FC |
| L | 3-2 | Minnesota United FC |
Atlanta United FC — LDLWW
| Result | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| L | 4-1 | Orlando City SC |
| D | 1-1 | Orlando City SC |
| L | 2-1 | LA Galaxy |
| W | 3-1 | CF Montréal |
| W | 2-0 | Charlotte FC |
Columbus Crew have won 1, drawn 1 and lost 3 of their last 5 matches. Their most recent result was a 1-0 win over New York City FC. That is a concerning run that puts real pressure on the squad ahead of this match.
Atlanta United FC have picked up 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 outings. They come into this off the back of a 4-1 defeat to Orlando City SC. Away form has been inconsistent, and getting a result here will be a test of their character.
Both sides have been producing comparable results over their recent matches, which suggests this could be a tight and competitive affair with little separating the two teams.
Key Players
Columbus Crew
| Category | Player | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | Diego Rossi | Matches: 14, Goals: 5 |
| Goals | Wessam Abou Ali | Matches: 7, Goals: 5 |
| Assists | Max Arfsten | Matches: 14, Assists: 4 |
| Assists | Dylan Chambost | Matches: 11, Assists: 3 |
| Total Shots | Diego Rossi | 34 |
| Total Shots | Wessam Abou Ali | 20 |
| Saves | Patrick Schulte | 34 |
Atlanta United FC
| Category | Player | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | Alexey Miranchuk | Matches: 12, Goals: 5 |
| Goals | Emmanuel Latte Lath | Matches: 13, Goals: 2 |
| Assists | Cooper Sanchez | Matches: 12, Assists: 3 |
| Assists | Elías Baez | Matches: 11, Assists: 3 |
| Total Shots | Alexey Miranchuk | 24 |
| Total Shots | Emmanuel Latte Lath | 23 |
| Saves | Lucas Hoyos | 32 |
Players to Watch
Diego Rossi has been Columbus Crew's standout performer this season, contributing 5 goals in 14 appearances. The Columbus Crew talisman will be the main source of attacking threat and the player Atlanta United FC will need to keep quiet if they are to get anything from this game. Max Arfsten (4 assists in 14 appearances) has been the chief creator, and the connection between these two will be crucial to any success.
For Atlanta United FC, Alexey Miranchuk leads the way with 5 goals in 12 appearances. Cooper Sanchez has contributed 3 assists in 12 appearances and will be looking to unlock the Columbus Crew defense with creative passing. Atlanta United FC will need their key players to deliver on the big stage if they want to take something from this fixture.
MLS Standings Context
| # | Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Orlando City SC | 15 | 4 | 2 | 9 | -21 | 14 |
| 12 | Toronto FC | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -7 | 14 |
| 13 | Columbus Crew | 14 | 3 | 4 | 7 | -4 | 13 |
| 14 | Atlanta United FC | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | -7 | 11 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Union | 14 | 1 | 4 | 9 | -10 | 7 |
Only 1 position separate these two sides in the table, adding extra significance to this fixture.
Season Stats Comparison
| Columbus Crew | Stat | Atlanta United FC |
|---|---|---|
| -4 | Goal Difference | -7 |
| 19 | Goals Scored | 14 |
| 12 | Assists | 11 |
| 23 | Goals Conceded | 21 |
Betting Odds
| Market | Odds (DraftKings) |
|---|---|
| Columbus Crew (ML) | -185 |
| Atlanta United FC (ML) | 400 |
| Spread | CLB -0.5 |
| Over/Under | 3.5 |
The bookmakers have Columbus Crew as the clear favorite at -185, with Atlanta United FC the big underdog at 400. The over/under is set at 3.5 goals.
Prediction
For our full prediction on Atlanta United FC vs Columbus Crew including predicted score, win probabilities, and detailed AI analysis, head to the DAMITV Predictions page. Our prediction engine factors in current form, league position, head-to-head record, and home advantage to generate match forecasts with confidence ratings.
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