Columbus Crew 1-0 New York City FC: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This looks like a strong quarterfinal because Columbus have the home stage and clear incentive, but NYCFC arrive with the confidence of having beaten them recently in league play. The biggest team-news wrinkle is availability: NYCFC have injury issues around Talles Magno and Andrés Perea, while Columbus may have to manage Malte Amundsen's fitness. Columbus should control more of the ball, but that also gives NYCFC the exact transition game they want. In a knockout tie, the balance between Crew possession and NYCFC counters is the whole match.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent head-to-head is competitive but volatile rather than one-way. NYCFC won the latest meeting convincingly, yet earlier clashes across the last two seasons included Columbus home wins and several draws, so neither side should feel the matchup is settled.

Injuries and absences

NYCFC look more affected on paper: Andrés Perea is out and Talles Magno is reportedly still sidelined, reducing both midfield depth and attacking punch. Columbus have fewer confirmed issues, but a compromised or absent Malte Amundsen would matter structurally because he helps their left-sided width and service.

Form (last 5)

Columbus Crew vs New York City FC stats

Last meetings

• 2026-05-10New York City FC 3-0 Columbus Crew
• 2025-09-17New York City FC 3-2 Columbus Crew
• 2025-03-22Columbus Crew 0-0 New York City FC
• 2024-08-31Columbus Crew 4-2 New York City FC
• 2024-08-17Columbus Crew 1-1 New York City FC
• 2024-06-14New York City FC 2-3 Columbus Crew

Other US Open Cup matches

• Orlando City SC – Atlanta United FC
• St. Louis City – Houston Dynamo
• Colorado Rapids – San Jose Earthquakes