Columbus Crew desperately need points on Thursday, Oct 15 at 1:30 AM in the MLS. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Columbus Crew come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Charlotte, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Columbus Crew and Charlotte have split their 8 meetings almost evenly (2W–3D–3W). Their last encounter ended in Columbus Crew won 2–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Columbus Crew a slight edge, but Charlotte are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.