MLS: New York City vs. Columbus Crew Picks, Odds & Preview (Sep 17)

A huge clash in the MLS is set for Sep 17, as two direct rivals for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference lock horns. The Columbus Crew currently sit two places higher than New York City in the league standings, but a home win could see NYC end the night ahead of their opponents.

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How To Watch

• When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM ET
• Where: Yankee Stadium, New York
• How To Watch: Apple TV

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New York City vs. Columbus Crew Odds

Match Result	Odds
New York City	+114
The Draw	+280
Columbus Crew	+212

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Head-to-Head Record

Columbus have avoided defeat in their last six matches against New York City. However, they have recorded just two wins over that period. A fourth draw since the start of 2023 was played out between the sides in March.

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Match Preview

A match with massive ramifications on the playoff race in the Eastern Conference is set for Wednesday. The Columbus Crew come into the round sitting fifth in the standings, and a victory could see them end the night as high as fourth. The Crew have recorded wins in 13 of their 29 matches in 2025.

A dramatic win was achieved in their latest outing, as Diego Rossi netted a hat-trick in the 5-4 success against Atlanta United. However, Rossi has been ruled out for up to a month due to an injury, which could leave Columbus crew at the top end of the field.

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New York City are well within touching distance of a playoff spot at this late stage of the campaign. They come into this round of matches sitting seventh, and they could end the round as high as fifth if they are able to register maximum points in front of their home fans at Yankee Stadium.

NYC has recorded victories in two of their last three matches, which includes a recent success against Chicago in the MLS on Saturday. They could yet be a dark horse selection for MLS Cup glory in 2025.

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New York City vs. Columbus Crew Picks

Rossi’s injury is a massive blow to the chances of the visitors this weekend. Therefore, it could be worth chancing the home side registering a fourth win in five MLS matches.

Free Picks:

• New York City (+114)