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The 2024 edition of MLS returns to the fold with another set of matches this weekend as Atlanta United take on an impressive Columbus Crew side in an important encounter at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday. Both teams can pack a punch on their day and will want to win this game.
Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Preview
Columbus Crew are in third place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have stepped up to the plate over the past year. The Crew were held to a 1-1 draw by Charlotte FC in their previous game and will need to take it up a notch this weekend.
Atlanta United, on the other hand, are in 11th place in the league table at the moment and have struggled this season. The home side played out a 2-2 draw against New York City FC last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Columbus Crew have a good record against Atlanta United and have won 10 out of the 20 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Atlanta United's seven victories.
- Columbus Crew have won nine out of their last 13 matches against Atlanta United in all competitions in a run dating back to September 2019.
- Columbus Crew were on a winning streak of five matches on the trot in MLS before they were held to a 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC this week.
- Daniel Rios scored a goal after only 20 seconds against New York City FC - the fastest goal scored in a game in the club's history.
Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Prediction
Columbus Crew have stepped up to the plate this season and have a good squad at their disposal. Christian Ramirez and Cucho Hernandez have been in excellent form this season and will look to make their mark this weekend.
Atlanta United are yet to hit their stride this season and will be up against a formidable opponent on Saturday. Columbus Crew are the better team and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Atlanta United 1-3 Columbus Crew
Atlanta United vs Columbus Crew Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Columbus Crew to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Columbus Crew to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Cucho Hernandez to score - Yes
