Columbus Crew desperately need points on Sunday, Oct 11 at 1:30 AM in the MLS. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Orlando City come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Columbus Crew travel struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Orlando City head into this on the back of a defeat, while Columbus Crew arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Orlando City and Columbus Crew have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (4W–3D–3W). Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.

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