New England Revolution
- 17th in MLS 2026 with 9 points from 6 games, New England Revolution haven’t exactly set the world on fire in the opening stages of the new MLS campaign but there are enough signs that they could be a serious contender for the 2026 Supporters' Shield.
- New England Revolution have won three of their last five games and have a two-game winning streak.
- Marko Mitrovic has led the charge for the Revolution since his appointment in November 2025, instilling a bold, attacking mindset that has seen them press high up the pitch in a high-tempo 4-3-3 system.
- With Luca Langoni acting as the engine of the team, providing 5 assists in 6 MLS games and helping to create 5 of their last 11 goals, the Revolution are a formidable opponent.
- Alhassan Yusuf has been New England’s most consistent threat in the final third with 2 goals in 6 MLS 2026 appearances.
Columbus Crew
- Columbus Crew, meanwhile, have managed just six points from seven games and their inconsistent start has put them 23rd in the MLS 2026 standings.
- The Crew’s last trip away from home was a comfortable 3-0 victory, but they followed that result with a 1-1 home draw and there is little consistency in their recent form (W1, D2, L2).
Head-to-Head
- New England Revolution have failed to win their last three home games against Columbus Crew.
- New England Revolution beat Columbus Crew 2-1 away from home in the only meeting between these sides in MLS 2025, but the Crew have won four of the last five meetings between the two sides.
Key Players
- Luca Langoni is the engine of the New England team, providing 5 assists in 6 MLS games and helping to create 5 of their last 11 goals.
- Alhassan Yusuf has been New England’s most consistent threat in the final third with 2 goals in 6 MLS 2026 appearances.
- Wessam Abou Ali leads the line for Columbus and he is a real threat in front of goal.
- He has five goals in seven MLS 2026 appearances and has scored three of them in the last five.
Betting Insights
- New England have won all three of their home games in MLS 2026 and have conceded just one goal.
- Columbus have won just once on their travels, conceding eight.
- The odds for a home win are juiced at 2.96, while Over 2.5 goals is priced up at 1.8 and Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.62.
Prediction
New England are expected to continue their dominance on home turf and score a few goals in an engaging, exciting 90 minutes.
