FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Stats: Head-to-head Record and Meetings
FC Cincinnati II host Columbus Crew II at NKU Soccer Stadium in MLS Next Pro on 14 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC. The fixture comes in the 2026 MLS Next Pro season group stage and pits a struggling FC Cincinnati II side against one of the pace-setters in the Eastern Conference.
The standings underline the stakes. FC Cincinnati II sit on 9 points from 12 matches in the Eastern Conference, with 3 wins and 9 defeats and a goal difference of -10. Columbus Crew II arrive top of the Northeast Division and second in the Eastern Conference on 26 points from 14 games, with 9 wins and a positive goal difference of +2. With that backdrop, this derby-style matchup has important implications for both the playoff picture and local bragging rights, making the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II stats especially relevant ahead of kick-off.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a competitive but high-scoring matchup when FC Cincinnati II and Columbus Crew II meet in MLS Next Pro.
- Previous meetings: 5
- FC Cincinnati II wins: 3
- Draws: 0
- Columbus Crew II wins: 2
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Timeline & Historical Context
The FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II timeline in MLS Next Pro is defined by attacking football and narrow margins. All five recorded meetings have come in league play, with neither side able to fully dominate the series despite Columbus Crew II’s stronger overall league performance across seasons.
The earliest match in the record came on 15 September 2024 in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37 at Northern Kentucky University Stadium in Cincinnati, Kentucky. FC Cincinnati II edged that contest 2-1, with the home side leading 1-1 at half-time before securing the decisive goal in the second half. That result set the tone for a pattern of tight, one-goal games when these sides meet in Cincinnati.
In the 2025 season, the rivalry intensified. On 18 May 2025 at Historic Crew Stadium in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 13, Columbus Crew II defended home turf with a 1-0 win after leading 1-0 at half-time. Later that year, on 25 September 2025 at NKU Soccer Stadium in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 6, the fixture exploded into a goal-fest. FC Cincinnati II and Columbus Crew II went into the break level at 2-2 before FC Cincinnati II prevailed 4-3 in a seven-goal thriller, underlining how volatile this matchup can be.
The 2026 group stage has already produced two meetings. On 21 March 2026 at Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus Crew II recorded a 2-0 home victory after a 1-0 half-time lead. Then on 10 May 2026 at NKU Soccer Stadium, FC Cincinnati II responded with a 2-1 home win, having been tied 1-1 at half-time. Across this short but intense series, the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II timeline shows frequent swings in momentum, clear home advantage trends, and consistently close scorelines.
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II stats point to a slight edge for FC Cincinnati II in direct encounters, driven largely by their home performances.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: FC Cincinnati II 8 - 8 Columbus Crew II
- Average Goals per Match: FC Cincinnati II 1.60 vs Columbus Crew II 1.60
Venue Split Performance:
- At NKU Soccer Stadium: 3 matches played here — FC Cincinnati II won 3 (as home side), Columbus Crew II won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Historic Crew Stadium: 2 matches played here — Columbus Crew II won 2 (as home side), FC Cincinnati II won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 10 May 2026: FC Cincinnati II 2-1 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 21 March 2026: Columbus Crew II 2-0 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 25 September 2025: FC Cincinnati II 4-3 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 2-2) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 6
- 18 May 2025: Columbus Crew II 1-0 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 13
- 15 September 2024: FC Cincinnati II 2-1 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 FC Cincinnati II Matches Results and Stats
For FC Cincinnati II, the 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign has been difficult. Season to date, they have played 12 matches, winning 3 and losing 9 without a single draw. At home they are far more competitive, with 3 wins and 3 defeats and a positive scoring profile of 10 goals for and 8 against, while away they have lost all 6 matches with only 2 goals scored and 14 conceded. Offensively they average 1.0 goals per game overall, but concede 1.8, and they have failed to score in 5 matches. Two home clean sheets highlight that when they control the game at NKU Soccer Stadium, they can be solid, yet their broader form line of 3 wins from 12 underscores the inconsistency they must overcome in this fixture.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 9 (season to date)
Last 5 Columbus Crew II Matches Results and Stats
Columbus Crew II enter this match with a much stronger season-to-date profile. Across 14 league fixtures, they have 9 wins and 5 losses, with no draws. Their attack is productive, scoring 27 goals at an average of 1.9 per game, while conceding 24 (1.7 per match). At home they are particularly strong, with 6 wins from 7 and a 15-8 goal record, but away from home they are more volatile: 3 wins and 4 defeats, with 12 goals scored and 16 conceded. They have kept 2 clean sheets overall and failed to score only once, indicating a consistently dangerous frontline even when results fluctuate, especially on the road.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
History points to a finely balanced head-to-head despite the contrasting league positions. Overall, the series stands at 3 wins for FC Cincinnati II and 2 for Columbus Crew II, with goals level at 8-8 and no draws. The venue split is stark: FC Cincinnati II have won all three meetings at NKU Soccer Stadium, while Columbus Crew II have taken both matches at Historic Crew Stadium. Recent season form, however, leans clearly toward Columbus Crew II, who are pushing at the top of the Eastern Conference with a strong attack and significantly better results across 14 games. FC Cincinnati II’s poor overall record is tempered by a more competitive home profile, suggesting that while Columbus Crew II arrive as the stronger side on season metrics, the historical head-to-head at this venue gives FC Cincinnati II a meaningful statistical foothold ahead of this MLS Next Pro clash.
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II H2H Statistics updated on 9 June 2026.
