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Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Columbus Crew II welcome Toronto II to Historic Crew Stadium on 25 May 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action, with both sides looking to consolidate their positions in a competitive Eastern Conference picture. The venue has become a fortress for Columbus this year, and they return home knowing that points here are crucial to maintaining their promotion play-off push.

In the Eastern Conference standings, Columbus Crew II sit 5th with 19 points from 11 matches, firmly inside the “Promotion - MLS Next Pro (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)” zone. In the Northeast Division subset they are 3rd, underlining their status as one of the stronger outfits in this section. Toronto II, by contrast, are 10th in the Eastern Conference and 5th in the Northeast Division with 14 points from 10 games, needing a result on the road to stay in touch with the play-off contenders.

Stats suggest a clash of styles: Columbus Crew II boast a perfect home league record, while Toronto II arrive with a more inconsistent profile but better defensive balance in terms of clean sheets. With recent head-to-head meetings at Historic Crew Stadium often producing goals and drama, this fixture again shapes up as one of the standout MLS Next Pro betting opportunities of the round.

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Key Stats

  • Columbus Crew II have 19 points from 11 league games (7 wins, 0 draws, 4 losses) with 18 goals scored and 18 conceded.
  • On 15 March 2026 at Historic Crew Stadium in MLS Next Pro Group Stage, Columbus Crew II beat Toronto II 3-2.
  • Columbus Crew II average 2.2 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per home game, while Toronto II average 1.5 scored and 1.7 conceded away.

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II — Tale of the Tape

  • Position: 5 vs 10 (Eastern Conference)
  • Points: 19 vs 14
  • Goals For: 18 vs 16
  • Goals Against: 18 vs 15
  • Clean Sheets: Columbus Crew II 2 vs Toronto II 3

In the Eastern Conference standings, Columbus Crew II’s 19 points from 11 games come from a high-risk, high-reward profile: 7 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats, with a perfectly balanced 18 goals for and 18 against. Their home form is immaculate, with 5 wins from 5, 10 goals scored and only 4 conceded, underlining why Historic Crew Stadium has been such a difficult place for visitors.

Toronto II’s 14 points from 10 games reflect a more volatile campaign: 4 wins and 6 losses, with 16 goals scored and 15 conceded. Away from home they have 2 wins and 4 defeats from 6 matches, scoring 9 and conceding 9. While their overall defensive numbers are slightly better than Columbus Crew II’s, they have not matched the same consistency in terms of results and currently sit outside the play-off positions in the Eastern Conference.

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Key Matchups

Columbus Crew II attack vs Toronto II defence

Columbus Crew II’s attacking unit has been prolific at Historic Crew Stadium, averaging 2.2 goals per home match and 1.8 overall. Their biggest home wins include a 3-1 scoreline, and they have failed to score only once all season. Against that, Toronto II’s defence has been serviceable but not watertight on the road, conceding an average of 1.7 goals per away game and 17 overall. However, Toronto II do have 3 clean sheets this term, including 2 away, suggesting that when they get their structure right they can frustrate opponents. The battle between Columbus’s front line and Toronto’s back four will be central to the outcome.

Late-game resilience on both sides

Goal-timing patterns highlight another key area. Columbus Crew II concede most frequently between minutes 16-45, with 9 goals allowed in that window, but they also score heavily from 31-60 minutes, where 11 of their 20 goals have come. Toronto II, meanwhile, are particularly dangerous late on, with 9 of their 16 goals scored between minutes 61-90. They also concede heavily in the final quarter of matches, with 8 goals allowed from 61-90 minutes. This suggests a contest that could open up significantly after half-time, with momentum swings likely as legs tire and spaces appear.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These two sides have built a rich recent history in MLS Next Pro, often meeting in high-scoring and high-stakes encounters. Columbus Crew II have enjoyed the better of the rivalry overall, particularly at Historic Crew Stadium, but Toronto II have claimed notable wins of their own, including on penalties. Across the last five meetings listed below, both teams have had their moments, with several matches going beyond regular time.

  • 15 March 2026: Columbus Crew II 3-2 Toronto II (MLS Next Pro)
  • 19 September 2025: Toronto II 0-0 Columbus Crew II (MLS Next Pro – Toronto II won 4-3 on penalties)
  • 27 July 2025: Columbus Crew II 1-2 Toronto II (MLS Next Pro)
  • 7 July 2024: Columbus Crew II 2-2 Toronto II (MLS Next Pro – Columbus Crew II won 7-6 on penalties)
  • 5 May 2024: Toronto II 1-1 Columbus Crew II (MLS Next Pro – Columbus Crew II won 3-1 on penalties)

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Prediction

Analysis points to a finely balanced encounter, but with a clear edge to the hosts. Columbus Crew II’s perfect home record, combined with their attacking averages of 2.2 goals scored and only 0.8 conceded per home game, make them a formidable proposition at Historic Crew Stadium. Their league form string of “WLWLW” indicates inconsistency overall, yet the pattern is far more stable on their own turf.

Toronto II’s form line of “WLLWW” shows they are capable of putting wins together, and their 3 clean sheets, including 2 away, underline a defensive structure that can hold up when well organised. However, their away record of 2 wins and 4 losses, coupled with a negative head-to-head trend in Columbus, weighs against them. Prediction metrics give Columbus Crew II and the draw a combined 90% probability, with only 10% allocated to an away win, and the advice leans strongly towards a double chance for the home side.

Predicted Score: Columbus Crew II 2-1 Toronto II

Columbus Crew II League Form

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Toronto II League Form

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Columbus Crew II Possible Starting Lineup

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

Columbus Crew II have a deep squad with multiple options in every line. In goal, K. Abbott is one of several young keepers available. At the back, the likes of R. Aoki, Tristan Brown, Cesar Ruvalcaba and Owen Presthus provide a mix of experience and youth, helping underpin an excellent home defensive record. In midfield, players such as M. Nyeman, Q. Elliot, G. De Libera and Z. Zengue offer energy and ball progression, which aligns with the side’s strong attacking metrics at home. Up front, B. Adu-Gyamfi and I. Kone are among the attacking options who can exploit Toronto II’s vulnerability in the later stages of matches. Tactically, Columbus are likely to continue with an aggressive, front-foot approach that has yielded 5 wins from 5 at Historic Crew Stadium.

Toronto II Possible Starting Lineup

C. Kalongo; L. Costabile, R. Fisher, S. Sappleton, D. Stampatori; B. Boneau, M. Cimermancic, J. Gilman, A. Salaou; D. Barrow, J. Nugent.

Toronto II also possess a youthful but talented squad. In goal, C. Kalongo is one of several options, supported by a defensive unit that includes L. Costabile, R. Fisher, S. Sappleton and D. Stampatori. This back line will need to be compact to cope with Columbus’s strong home attack. Midfielders such as B. Boneau, M. Cimermancic, J. Gilman and A. Salaou provide work rate and technical ability, crucial for controlling transitions against a side that scores frequently between minutes 31-60. In attack, options like D. Barrow and J. Nugent can capitalise on Columbus Crew II’s more vulnerable away-type defensive tendencies if the hosts over-commit. Toronto II’s tactical plan is likely to focus on staying in the game early and exploiting their strength in the final half-hour, where they score a high proportion of their goals.

Columbus Crew II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Toronto II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Columbus Crew II:

  • None reported.

Toronto II:

  • None reported.

Betting Tips: Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

  • Result Tip: Back Columbus Crew II or Draw (Double Chance). With Columbus Crew II given a 45% chance to win and the draw also at 45%, compared to just 10% for a Toronto II victory, the double chance in favour of the hosts is strongly supported by both probabilities and Columbus’s perfect 5-0-0 home record. (No odds data available.)
  • Goals Tip: Over 1.5 total goals. Columbus Crew II’s matches average 1.8 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per game, while Toronto II average 1.6 scored and 1.7 conceded. Recent head-to-head clashes at Historic Crew Stadium have produced scorelines of 3-2, 2-2 and 4-3, indicating a strong trend towards multiple goals. (No odds data available.)
  • Value Tip: Both Teams to Score – Yes. Columbus Crew II have scored in 10 of their 11 fixtures and concede 1.6 goals per match on average, while Toronto II have found the net 16 times in 10 games and are particularly dangerous late on. The combination of attacking output and defensive frailties on both sides suggests BTTS has solid value. (No odds data available.)

How to Watch Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II

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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