Columbus Crew face Inter Miami CF at Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio on Monday, Sep 28 at 1:00 AM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the MLS, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Columbus Crew come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Inter Miami CF, meanwhile, arrive out of form (1W 2L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Columbus Crew head into this on the back of a defeat, while Inter Miami CF arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Columbus Crew face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Inter Miami CF have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. 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 Inter Miami CF are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.