Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds (Oct 24)
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Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds (Oct 24)

Juan Pablo Aravena Juan Pablo Aravena
Moneyline PickColumbus Crew (-179)
Total GoalsOver 2.5 Goals (-228)
ComboColumbus to win + Both teams to score (+165)
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Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Main Match Info

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Moneyline Prediction

Columbus is fighting for its place in the 2026 MLS Playoffs, and while its position in the standings (11th) is far from encouraging, the team is showing signs of life. Its last league match was a 2-0 away win over FC Cincinnati in the Hell Is Real Derby, a second straight league victory and fourth in its last five league contests (W4, L1). Columbus has also won three of its last four at home (L1).

Toronto FC is experiencing a late-season turnaround and remains in the playoff race thanks to an ongoing three-game unbeaten run (W2, D1). Robin Fraser’s men are coming off a 2-0 away win over the New York Red Bulls, and they sit outside the playoff places entering this round only because they’ve won fewer matches than NYRB (eight to New York’s 10).

The home-and-away splits tip the scales in Columbus’ favour ahead of this matchup, which has major playoff implications. The team has won seven of its 15 games at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field this season (D2, L6), while Toronto has lost eight of its 14 away from home (W3, D3). The Reds have also lost three of their last four on the road.

Both clubs arrive in decent form, but given how well Columbus has performed at home lately and Toronto’s struggles on the road throughout the season, it’s fair to consider the Crew the favourites to win in front of their fans.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Total Goals Prediction

Three of Columbus’ last four MLS matches have featured over 2.5 goals, and 21 of its 30 league games this season have reached that mark, including nine of 15 at home. Meanwhile, six of Toronto’s last eight outings and eight of its 14 away fixtures have produced at least three goals.

Both clubs’ season-long scoring numbers also point to over 2.5 goals. Columbus scores 1.53 and concedes 1.57 per match, while Toronto scores 1.53 and concedes 1.83.

Both teams need a win to keep their playoff chances alive, which points to an open, back-and-forth clash.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Combo

Although both clubs have been in solid form lately, Columbus’ stronger home record compared with Toronto FC’s away results makes the hosts the favourites. I’m combining that with the expectation that both teams will find the back of the net.

Five of Columbus’ last nine matches across all competitions and seven of Toronto’s last 10 have featured goals from both sides. Furthermore, BTTS has hit in the previous three meetings between the clubs. Both legs point to the same script: a Crew win in a match where Toronto, conceding 1.83 a game but scoring regularly, gets on the board.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC Team News

Columbus Crew Team News

Out: Rudy Camacho (questionable, chest), Wessam Abou Ali (out, knee)

Columbus will wait to see whether Camacho is available, as the centre-back has started 18 of his 19 appearances in the 2026 MLS season. Abou Ali has missed most of the season, so his absence shouldn’t be a major loss in attack.

Columbus has played five of its last eight matches across all competitions at home, going W3, D1, L1 over that span (90 minutes only). Fatigue could be a concern for the Crew, as they played in the US Open Cup final against St. Louis City SC midweek, losing on penalties after 120 minutes.

Toronto FC Team News

Out: Walker Zimmerman (out, ankle), Kobe Franklin (out, shoulder), Nelson Palacio (out, thigh)

Toronto will be weakened at the back, as Zimmerman is the club’s standout centre-back. The veteran defender won’t be available for this contest, meaning Nicksoen Gomis will likely take his place in the lineup.

Franklin and Palacio are rotational options in defence and midfield, respectively, so their absences shouldn’t significantly affect the team.

This clash marks Toronto’s second straight match away from BMO Field and its fourth away fixture in the last six games. As a result, fatigue could become a concern sooner rather than later.

Columbus Crew vs Toronto FC: Where to Watch (Canada)

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