Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Stats: Head-to-Head Record

Columbus Crew II host Atlanta United II at Historic Crew Stadium on 21 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC in the MLS Next Pro Group Stage. Columbus arrive as one of the early pace-setters in the Eastern Conference picture, sitting on 29 points from 15 matches and showing a strong home profile with 6 wins from 7 at Historic Crew Stadium. Atlanta United II, on 23 points from 13 games, are firmly in the playoff conversation as well, making this a significant intra-conference clash in the 2026 MLS Next Pro season.

With both sides currently tracking toward the MLS Next Pro playoffs, the stakes are clear: Columbus Crew II will look to consolidate top spot in the Northeast Division and strengthen their overall Eastern Conference position, while Atlanta United II aim to close the gap with a statement result on the road. For analysts and bettors alike, the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats from previous meetings in MLS Next Pro add an important layer of context to a fixture that already carries substantial competitive weight.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested matchup between Columbus Crew II and Atlanta United II in MLS Next Pro action.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Columbus Crew II wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Atlanta United II wins: 1

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Timeline & Historical Context

The Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their first recorded clash on 15 June 2023 in the Regular Season - 18 round. Played at Historic Crew Stadium, that match finished 2-2 after extra time, with Columbus leading 1-0 at half-time before Atlanta fought back. Columbus Crew II ultimately prevailed 6-5 on penalties, meaning the game counts as a draw in the head-to-head record but underlined the razor-thin margins between the sides from the outset.

Their rivalry continued on 28 July 2023 in Regular Season - 26 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia. On that occasion, Columbus Crew II delivered a controlled away performance, winning 2-0 after a goalless first half. Later in the 2023 campaign, on 24 September 2023 in Regular Season - 38, they met again at Historic Crew Stadium. Columbus Crew II built a strong platform with a 3-1 half-time lead and held on for a 3-2 victory, reinforcing their home advantage in this particular matchup.

In 2024, the balance began to shift. On 14 July 2024 in Regular Season - 24 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium, Atlanta United II and Columbus Crew II played out another dramatic 2-2 draw after extra time. Columbus led 1-0 at half-time, but Atlanta rallied and then edged the penalty shootout 4-3, again officially a draw but an important psychological boost for the Georgia side. The most recent meeting came on 13 July 2025 in Regular Season - 23, also at Fifth Third Stadium, where Atlanta United II secured a 3-2 home win after a 0-0 first half. That result narrowed the historical gap and confirmed that Atlanta can convert their performances into full points against Columbus.

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats highlight a narrow edge for Columbus but with both teams consistently finding the net.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Columbus Crew II 11 - 9 Atlanta United II
• Average Goals per Match: Columbus Crew II 2.20 vs Atlanta United II 1.80

Venue Split Performance:

• At Historic Crew Stadium: 2 matches played here — Columbus Crew II won 1 (as home side), Atlanta United II won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Fifth Third Bank Stadium / Fifth Third Stadium: 3 matches played here — Atlanta United II won 1 (as home side), Columbus Crew II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 13 July 2025: Atlanta United II 3-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 23
• 14 July 2024: Atlanta United II 2-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 24 (Atlanta United II won 4-3 on penalties)
• 24 September 2023: Columbus Crew II 3-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 3-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 38
• 28 July 2023: Atlanta United II 0-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 26
• 15 June 2023: Columbus Crew II 2-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18 (Columbus Crew II won 6-5 on penalties)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Columbus Crew II Matches Results and Stats

For Columbus Crew II, the 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign to date underlines a high-ceiling, high-variance profile. Across the season to date, they have played 15 matches, winning 10 and losing 5 without a single draw, reflecting a front-foot, risk-taking style. At home, Columbus have been particularly strong with 6 wins from 7, scoring 15 and conceding 8, while averaging 2.1 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per home game. Defensively, they have kept 3 clean sheets overall and failed to score only once, pointing to a consistently dangerous attack that is occasionally exposed at the back.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 10, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)

Last 5 Atlanta United II Matches Results and Stats

Atlanta United II’s 2026 season to date also shows a results profile without draws: 7 wins and 6 losses from 13 matches. They have been productive in front of goal, scoring 28 times (an average of 2.2 per match), with a particularly strong home scoring rate of 2.6 goals per game and a solid away return of 1.9. Defensively, they concede 1.6 goals per match overall, with 3 clean sheets and 3 games in which they failed to score, suggesting a side that embraces open, attacking football and is willing to trade chances. Their away record of 4 wins and 4 losses in 8 games underlines their capacity to be dangerous on the road.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 7, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a finely balanced fixture with a slight statistical lean toward Columbus Crew II, especially at Historic Crew Stadium. Columbus hold the edge in the head-to-head with 2 wins to Atlanta’s 1 across 5 meetings, and they have outscored Atlanta 11-9, averaging 2.20 goals per game in this matchup. The venue split reinforces Columbus’s advantage at home, where they have 1 win and 1 draw, while Atlanta have shown they can respond with competitive performances and a home win of their own in 2025. Season-to-date form suggests both teams favor attacking football and rarely settle for draws, with strong scoring rates and some defensive vulnerability on each side. Overall, the statistical trends indicate a high-tempo, goal-oriented contest in which Columbus Crew II’s home strength will be tested by an Atlanta United II side that has already proved capable of turning this rivalry in its favor.

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II H2H Statistics updated on 16 June 2026.