Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire: match statistics
Columbus Crew appears to be the favorite in this match despite their poorer recent form over the last five games (0.8 PPG). Chicago Fire boasts better overall form (1.4 PPG) and a more favorable seasonal goal difference (4:2 vs 4:5); however, their away statistics are alarming, with a 100% loss record in away fixtures. Chicago Fire loses every away match, conceding an average of 2 goals per game and failing to keep a single clean sheet. Columbus Crew, playing at home, should capitalize on the home-field advantage, especially given the visitors' very poor shot conversion rate (17%) and negative away xG balance (0.91 xG For vs 1.07 xG Against). The hosts' advantage is moderate due to their inconsistent form, which leaves room for a draw or an upset by the visitors.
Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Columbus Crew played against Chicago Fire in MLS (United States). The game was played on March 8, 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Recent form
Columbus Crew has 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 0.50 points per game. Chicago Fire has 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 1.50 points per game.
Scoring records
Columbus Crew scores 2.00 goals per game and allows 2.50. Chicago Fire scores 2.00 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.81 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 100% of Columbus Crew's games and 50% of Chicago Fire's. The Over 2.5 rates are 100% and 100%, compared with league averages of 41% for BTTS and 56% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Columbus Crew has the higher season xG average, 1.63 to 1.50 per game. Columbus Crew takes 12.5 shots per game, while Chicago Fire takes 11.5.
First-half and second-half trends
Columbus Crew leads at halftime in 50% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Chicago Fire leads at halftime in 100% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Columbus Crew's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (2 goals). For Chicago Fire, it is minutes 76-90+ (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS games average 2.81 goals. Both teams score in 41% of games, and 56% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Columbus Crew appears to be the favorite in this match despite their poorer recent form over the last five games (0.8 PPG). Chicago Fire boasts better overall form (1.4 PPG) and a more favorable seasonal goal difference (4:2 vs 4:5); however, their away statistics are alarming, with a 100% loss record in away fixtures. Chicago Fire loses every away match, conceding an average of 2 goals per game and failing to keep a single clean sheet. Columbus Crew, playing at home, should capitalize on the home-field advantage, especially given the visitors' very poor shot conversion rate (17%) and negative away xG balance (0.91 xG For vs 1.07 xG Against). The hosts' advantage is moderate due to their inconsistent form, which leaves room for a draw or an upset by the visitors.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Columbus Crew | Chicago Fire | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 61% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.44 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Chicago Fire is 200% better for: last-5 form.
0.5 pts / game - Columbus Crew · 1.5 pts / game - Chicago Fire
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Chicago Fire is 150% better for: goals allowed per game.
2.5 goals / game - Columbus Crew · 1 goals / game - Chicago Fire
Columbus Crew scores in 100% of games (2 of 2 meczów), while Chicago Fire keeps a clean sheet in 50% (1 of 2 meczów).
Chicago Fire scores in 100% of games (2 of 2 meczów), while Columbus Crew keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 2 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Columbus Crew
Over / Under - Chicago Fire
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Chicago Fire is 50% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
2 pts / game - Columbus Crew · 3 pts / game - Chicago Fire
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Columbus Crew - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 50% of games and wins 0%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Chicago Fire - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 100% of games and wins 50%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 1.0 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 0.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Average goals per game | 2.5 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 50% | 50% |
| 3 goals | 50% | 50% |
| Clean sheet | 50% | 0% |
| No goal | 0% | 50% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 1.50 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 50% |
| No goal | 0% | 50% |
| Goal difference | +2 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (2 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (2 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Columbus Crew
Chicago Fire
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (MLS).
Teams vs league
| Columbus Crew | Liga | Chicago Fire | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 4.50 | 2.81 | ▲ 3.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 100% | 41% | ▲ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 100% | 56% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 31% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 100% | 75% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 88% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
FAQ
What was the result of Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire?
The MLS match finished Columbus Crew 0:0 Chicago Fire. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire?
Columbus Crew score 2.00 goals per game on average and Chicago Fire 2.00. The MLS average is 2.81 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 56% of games. Both teams score in 100% of Columbus Crew's matches and 50% of Chicago Fire's.
What form are Columbus Crew and Chicago Fire in?
Over the last 5 games Columbus Crew have a 0-1-1 record (0.50 points per game) and Chicago Fire 1-0-1 (1.50 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.