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
Key match information
Columbus Crew played Chicago Fire in MLS (United States). The match was played on 8 March 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Current form
Columbus Crew: 0-1-1, 0.50 points/match. Chicago Fire: 1-0-1, 1.50 points/match.
Goal statistics
Columbus Crew scores 2.00 and concedes 2.50 goals per match. Chicago Fire scores 2.00 and concedes 1.00. League average: 2.81 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Columbus Crew 100%, Chicago Fire 50%. Over 2.5: Columbus Crew 100%, Chicago Fire 100%. League level: BTTS 41%, Over 2.5 56%.
xG, shots and style
Columbus Crew has higher xG: 1.63 vs 1.50. Columbus Crew: 12.5 shots per match, Chicago Fire: 11.5.
Match halves
Columbus Crew: half-time lead 50%, second-half goals 0.50. Chicago Fire: half-time lead 100%, second-half goals 1.00.
Goals by minute
Columbus Crew: 31-45+ (2 goals). Chicago Fire: 76-90+ (2 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
MLS: 2.81 goals per match, BTTS 41%, Over 2.5 56%.
Head-to-head
No aligned head-to-head sample is available in the database.
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 overviewHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Chicago Fire is 200% better for: last-5 form.
0.5 pts / match - Columbus Crew · 1.5 pts / match - 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 conceded per match.
2.5 goals / match - Columbus Crew · 1 goals / match - Chicago Fire
Columbus Crew scores in 100% of matches (2 of 2 matches), while Chicago Fire keeps a clean sheet in 50% (1 of 2 matches).
Chicago Fire scores in 100% of matches (2 of 2 matches), while Columbus Crew keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 2 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Columbus Crew
Over / Under - Chicago Fire
1st half
2nd half
Match 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 / match - Columbus Crew · 3 pts / match - Chicago Fire
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Columbus Crew - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 50% of matches and wins 0%. Sometimes loses the lead after half-time.
Concedes 0.5 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Chicago Fire - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 100% of matches and wins 50%. Sometimes loses the lead after half-time.
Concedes 1.0 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 2.00 | 0.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| Goals conceded / match | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 3.00 | 1.50 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Columbus Crew
Chicago Fire
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches 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 in match | ▲ 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.