Columbus Crew vs Nashville SC: match statistics
Nashville SC presents a decidedly better form over their last five matches with a record of 3 wins and 2 draws (PPG: 2.2) compared to Columbus Crew, who have managed only 1 win along with 2 draws and 2 losses (PPG: 1.0). The visitors are characterized by impressive defensive efficiency - they have conceded only 2 goals in their last 5 games and maintain a 100% clean sheet record in away matches this season. Columbus Crew has not won a single home game this season (100% draw rate), indicating issues with converting dominance into victories at their own stadium. Although the hosts hold slightly better xG statistics in home games (1.54 vs 0.77), Nashville SC compensates for this with solid defensive organization and a better overall disposition. The difference in form and Nashville SC's point-scoring efficiency strongly support an away win, although Columbus Crew's experience in playing for a draw and their decent xG stats mean a split of points cannot be entirely ruled out.
Columbus Crew vs Nashville SC: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Columbus Crew played against Nashville SC in MLS (United States). The game was played on March 14, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Columbus Crew has 0 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 0.67 points per game. Nashville SC has 2 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.33 points per game.
Scoring records
Columbus Crew scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.67. Nashville SC scores 2.33 and allows 0.67. Games in this league average 2.76 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Columbus Crew's games and 67% of Nashville SC's. The Over 2.5 rates are 67% and 67%, compared with league averages of 43% for BTTS and 54% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Columbus Crew has the higher season xG average, 1.60 to 1.38 per game. Columbus Crew takes 12.7 shots per game, while Nashville SC takes 12.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Columbus Crew leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.33 goals per game after halftime. Nashville SC leads at halftime in 67% and scores 0.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
Columbus Crew's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (2 goals). For Nashville SC, it is minutes 16-30 (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
MLS games average 2.76 goals. Both teams score in 43% of games, and 54% 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
Nashville SC presents a decidedly better form over their last five matches with a record of 3 wins and 2 draws (PPG: 2.2) compared to Columbus Crew, who have managed only 1 win along with 2 draws and 2 losses (PPG: 1.0). The visitors are characterized by impressive defensive efficiency - they have conceded only 2 goals in their last 5 games and maintain a 100% clean sheet record in away matches this season. Columbus Crew has not won a single home game this season (100% draw rate), indicating issues with converting dominance into victories at their own stadium. Although the hosts hold slightly better xG statistics in home games (1.54 vs 0.77), Nashville SC compensates for this with solid defensive organization and a better overall disposition. The difference in form and Nashville SC's point-scoring efficiency strongly support an away win, although Columbus Crew's experience in playing for a draw and their decent xG stats mean a split of points cannot be entirely ruled out.
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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 | Nashville SC | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 37% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.47 |
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.
Nashville SC is 248% better for: last-5 form.
0.67 pts / game - Columbus Crew · 2.33 pts / game - Nashville SC
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.
Nashville SC is 75% better for: goals scored per game.
1.33 goals / game - Columbus Crew · 2.33 goals / game - Nashville SC
Nashville SC is 149% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.67 goals / game - Columbus Crew · 0.67 goals / game - Nashville SC
Columbus Crew scores in 67% of games (2 of 3 meczów), while Nashville SC keeps a clean sheet in 33% (1 of 3 meczów).
Nashville SC scores in 67% of games (2 of 3 meczów), while Columbus Crew keeps a clean sheet in 33% (1 of 3 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 - Nashville SC
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.
Nashville SC is 40% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.67 pts / game - Columbus Crew · 2.33 pts / game - Nashville SC
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Columbus Crew - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 0%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Nashville SC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 67% of games and wins 67%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.67 | 0.33 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.7 | 1.3 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 33% |
| 3 goals | 33% | 33% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 33% |
| No goal | 33% | 67% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.33 | 1.67 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.7 | 0.7 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 67% | 33% |
| 3 goals | 67% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 67% |
| No goal | 33% | 33% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +1 |
* 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 16-30 (2 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* 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
Nashville SC
* 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 | Nashville SC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.00 | 2.76 | ▲ 3.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 43% | ▲ 67% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 67% | 54% | ▲ 67% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 33% | 30% | ▲ 33% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 72% | ▼ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 67% | 87% | ▼ 67% |
^ 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 Nashville SC?
The MLS match finished Columbus Crew 0:1 Nashville SC. 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 Nashville SC?
Columbus Crew score 1.33 goals per game on average and Nashville SC 2.33. The MLS average is 2.76 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 54% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Columbus Crew's matches and 67% of Nashville SC's.
What form are Columbus Crew and Nashville SC in?
Over the last 5 games Columbus Crew have a 0-2-1 record (0.67 points per game) and Nashville SC 2-1-0 (2.33 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Columbus Crew vs Nashville SC?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Columbus Crew vs Nashville SC: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.