Columbus Crew will face Inter Miami FC in a Major League Soccer (MLS) clash on October 2, with kickoff scheduled for 19:30 Columbus local time.
These teams last met two months ago in the Leagues Cup, where Columbus Crew secured a 3-2 victory. Columbus Crew, also known as Columbus or Columbus SC, are coming off a recent draw against D.C. United. While they’ve struggled defensively, conceding goals in their last eight home games, this match offers a chance to regain form and return to winning ways.
Inter Miami FC, also referred to as Inter Miami or Inter Miami CF, enter the fixture following three consecutive draws against Charlotte, New York City, and Atlanta United, extending their unbeaten run to six matches. However, they’ve conceded in 10 consecutive away games, adding to the pressure on their defense.
Columbus Crew Vs Inter Miami FC Starting Lineups Today
We are updating the team formations and line-ups for Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami FC in real time. The starting line-ups have not been announced yet.
Columbus Crew Possible Starting Lineup vs Inter Miami FC
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- Patrick Schulte
- Malte Amundsen
- Rudy Camacho
- Steven Moreira
- Maximilian Arfsten
- Darlington Nagbe
- Alexandru Matan
- Mohamed Farsi
- Diego Rossi
- Jacen Russell-Rowe
- Cucho Hernandez
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Inter Miami FC Possible Starting Lineups vs Columbus Crew
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- Drake Callender
- Jordi Alba
- Sergio Busquets
- Tomas Agustin Aviles
- Marcelo Weigandt
- Federico Redondo Solari
- Yannick Bright
- Julian Gressel
- Diego Gomez
- Luis Suarez
- Lionel Andres Messi
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Head-to-Head Record: Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami FC
Columbus Crew and Inter Miami FC have met six times since September 2022. Inter Miami holds a better record, winning three matches, while Columbus Crew have won once, with two draws. The most recent encounter was in the 2024 Leagues Cup, where Columbus Crew won 3-2. Across these matches, Columbus Crew have scored 8 goals, while Inter Miami have netted 10.
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
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| Aug 14, 2024 | Leagues Cup | Columbus Crew | 3 – 2 | Inter Miami FC |
| Jun 20, 2024 | Major League Soccer | Inter Miami FC | 2 – 1 | Columbus Crew |
| Jul 5, 2023 | Major League Soccer | Inter Miami FC | 2 – 2 | Columbus Crew |
| Apr 30, 2023 | Major League Soccer | Columbus Crew | 1 – 2 | Inter Miami FC |
| Feb 12, 2023 | Friendly | Columbus Crew | 0 – 0 | Inter Miami FC |
| Sep 14, 2022 | Major League Soccer | Inter Miami FC | 2 – 1 | Columbus Crew |
Current Season Stats
- Columbus Crew:
- Matches Played: 30
- Wins: 16
- Draws: 9
- Losses: 5
- Goals Scored: 60 (2.00 per match)
- Goals Conceded: 33 (1.10 per match)
- Inter Miami FC:
- Matches Played: 31
- Wins: 19
- Draws: 8
- Losses: 4
- Goals Scored: 69 (2.23 per match)
- Goals Conceded: 45 (1.45 per match)
Recent Form: Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami FC
Columbus Crew:
Columbus Crew have been in mixed form recently, securing 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last 6 matches. Their performance breakdown is as follows:
- Wins:
- 4-3 vs Orlando City (September 22)
- 2-0 vs Toronto FC (September 19)
- Draws:
- 2-2 vs D.C. United (September 29)
- 0-0 vs FC Cincinnati (September 15)
- Losses:
- 1-1 (Lost on penalties) vs Club América (September 26)
- 0-4 vs Seattle Sounders (September 8)
Overall, Columbus Crew have won 13 of their last 20 matches, losing 5 and drawing 2.
Inter Miami FC:
Inter Miami FC are on a strong unbeaten run with 3 wins and 3 draws in their last 6 matches. Their recent form includes:
- Wins:
- 3-1 vs Philadelphia Union (September 15)
- 4-1 vs Chicago Fire (September 1)
- 2-0 vs FC Cincinnati (August 25)
- Draws:
- 1-1 vs Charlotte (September 29)
- 1-1 vs New York City FC (September 21)
- 2-2 vs Atlanta United (September 19)
Overall, Inter Miami have won 12 of their last 20 matches, losing 4 and drawing 4.
Betting Tips: Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami FC (October 3, 2024)
The clash between Columbus Crew and Inter Miami FC promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams showcasing strong form in recent matches. Below are key factors and betting tips to consider for this match.
1. Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- Columbus Crew have been involved in high-scoring games recently, scoring in all of their last 6 matches but also conceding in 5 of them.
- Inter Miami have also shown vulnerability in defense, conceding in 10 consecutive away matches. However, their attack, led by Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, has been potent, having scored in all their recent games.
- Tip: Both teams have been consistently finding the back of the net while conceding. BTTS: Yes is a solid bet.
2. Total Goals Over 2.5
- Columbus Crew’s last 5 matches have seen 3 or more goals in 4 instances, including thrilling encounters like the 4-3 win over Orlando City.
- Inter Miami’s attacking power, combined with their shaky defense, has also led to high-scoring matches, with 4 of their last 5 matches hitting the over 2.5 mark.
- Tip: With both teams involved in high-scoring games and having vulnerable defenses, Over 2.5 goals is likely.
3. Inter Miami Double Chance (Win/Draw)
- Inter Miami are on a strong unbeaten run, having avoided defeat in their last 6 matches. Although they’ve been drawing games, their resilience, especially with Messi and Suárez, makes them tough to beat.
- Columbus Crew’s home form is inconsistent, having drawn and lost important matches recently.
- Tip: Given Miami’s form and star power, Inter Miami Double Chance (Win or Draw) is a safe bet.
4. Anytime Scorer: Lionel Messi
- Messi has been instrumental for Inter Miami, scoring in key games and being heavily involved in their attacks. With 5 goals in his last 6 matches for Miami, he’s a constant goal threat.
- Columbus Crew have been conceding frequently, especially at home, making Messi a prime candidate to score.
- Tip: Lionel Messi to score anytime is a value bet, given his consistent form and Miami’s reliance on his attacking play.
5. Match Outcome
- This match could be tight given the form of both teams, but with Miami’s defensive issues and Columbus Crew’s desire to return to winning ways at home, a draw or narrow win for Columbus Crew could be on the cards.
- Tip: Draw is a reasonable prediction given Miami’s drawing streak, but a slight edge could go to Columbus Crew at home.
Additional Considerations:
- Home Advantage: Columbus Crew have been strong at home, but their defensive vulnerabilities could be exposed by Miami’s attacking stars.
- Injury News: Keep an eye on late injury updates, especially for Inter Miami, as Lionel Messi’s fitness could impact the game significantly.
Suggested Bets:
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS: Yes)
- Over 2.5 Goals
- Inter Miami Double Chance (Win or Draw)
- Anytime Scorer: Lionel Messi
- Draw or Columbus Crew to Win
The match is expected to be closely contested with plenty of attacking action, making these betting tips well-rounded for a variety of outcomes.
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