Columbus Crew 4-1 One Knoxville: result and AI prediction

Columbus Crew – One Knoxville, US Open Cup, Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:30 AM (GMT). Venue: ScottsMiracle-Gro Field

One Knoxville is unbeaten in its last 5 matches.

AI predicted: 3-0 · Final score: 4-1✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

This is a classic Open Cup test of top-tier control against lower-division momentum. Columbus arrive with the clearer talent edge and a style that can pin opponents back for long stretches, but One Knoxville have already shown they can survive MLS pressure and punish mistakes. The biggest swing factors are how seriously Columbus staff the lineup and whether Knoxville can keep the game compact long enough for transitions and set plays to matter. If the Crew establish rhythm early, the matchup tilts their way; if not, Knoxville have enough belief to make this uncomfortable.

Form (last 5)

Columbus CrewW
One KnoxvilleW W W

Columbus Crew vs One Knoxville stats

Columbus CrewOne Knoxville
Played13
Goals scored39
Goals conceded05
Clean sheets10

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