Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II: Head-to-Head Stats and Historical Record

Columbus Crew II host Atlanta United II at Historic Crew Stadium in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 21 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC. Columbus arrive as one of the early pace-setters in the 2026 season, sitting on 29 points from 15 matches and leading the Northeast Division, while also ranked 2nd in the Eastern Conference standings. Atlanta United II, with 23 points from 13 games, are firmly in the playoff picture as well, ranking 4th in the Central Division and 7th in the Eastern Conference.

With both sides in the upper reaches of their respective divisions, this fixture carries clear playoff implications in MLS Next Pro. Columbus Crew II have been strong at Historic Crew Stadium, while Atlanta United II have shown they can travel effectively with four away wins already this season. In that context, the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats and historical record provide a valuable lens for assessing how finely balanced this matchup could be.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive MLS Next Pro matchup between these two second teams, with tight scorelines and several high-scoring encounters.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Columbus Crew II wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Atlanta United II wins: 1

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Timeline & Historical Context

The Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their first recorded meeting on 15 June 2023 in the Regular Season - 18 round. Played at Historic Crew Stadium, that match finished 2-2 after extra time, with Columbus leading 1-0 at half-time before Atlanta responded. Columbus Crew II ultimately prevailed 6-5 on penalties, but in terms of head-to-head stats this is counted as a draw after 120 minutes, underlining how evenly matched the sides were in their earliest contest.

Their rivalry quickly intensified with two further clashes in the 2023 season. On 28 July 2023 in Regular Season - 26 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia, Atlanta United II hosted but were beaten 0-2, with Columbus Crew II taking control after a goalless first half. Later that season, on 24 September 2023 in Regular Season - 38, the fixture returned to Historic Crew Stadium. Columbus raced into a 3-1 half-time lead and eventually closed out a 3-2 home victory, confirming a strong early home record in this pairing.

The 2024 and 2025 meetings shifted the narrative slightly in Atlanta’s favor, especially at home. On 14 July 2024 in Regular Season - 24 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium, Atlanta United II and Columbus Crew II drew 2-2 after extra time (half-time 0-1), before Atlanta won 4-3 on penalties. As with the 2023 shootout, this is logged as a draw in the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II timeline, but it demonstrated Atlanta’s resilience in Kennesaw. Then, on 13 July 2025 in Regular Season - 23, again at Fifth Third Stadium, Atlanta United II secured their first outright win in regulation, edging a 3-2 victory after a 0-0 first half. That result narrowed Columbus’s advantage in the overall head-to-head and confirmed that Atlanta’s home ground has become a difficult venue for the visitors.

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats point to a narrow edge for Columbus, with both sides consistently finding the net.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Columbus Crew II 11 - 9 Atlanta United II
• Average Goals per Match: Columbus Crew II 2.20 vs Atlanta United II 1.80

Venue Split Performance:

• At Historic Crew Stadium: 2 matches played here — Columbus Crew II won 1 (as home side), Atlanta United II won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Fifth Third Bank Stadium / Fifth Third Stadium: 3 matches played here — Atlanta United II won 1 (as home side), Columbus Crew II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 13 July 2025: Atlanta United II 3-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 23
• 14 July 2024: Atlanta United II 2-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 24 (Atlanta United II won 4-3 on penalties)
• 24 September 2023: Columbus Crew II 3-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 3-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 38
• 28 July 2023: Atlanta United II 0-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 26
• 15 June 2023: Columbus Crew II 2-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18 (Columbus Crew II won 6-5 on penalties)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Columbus Crew II Matches Results and Stats

For Columbus Crew II, the 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign shows strong form season to date. They have played 15 matches, winning 10 and losing 5, with no draws. At home, they have been particularly effective, taking 6 wins from 7 at Historic Crew Stadium, scoring 15 goals and conceding 8. Overall, Columbus average 1.9 goals scored per game and 1.6 conceded, reflecting an attack-minded approach but with some defensive vulnerability. Three clean sheets and only one match without scoring underline their offensive consistency.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 10, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)

Last 5 Atlanta United II Matches Results and Stats

Atlanta United II’s 2026 season to date also indicates a positive, if more volatile, profile. Across 13 matches, they have 7 wins and 6 losses, with no draws. Their away record is notable: 4 wins and 4 defeats from 8 away fixtures, scoring 15 and conceding 11, for an away scoring average of 1.9 goals per game and 1.5 against. Overall, Atlanta average 2.2 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, matching Columbus in goals against but slightly surpassing them in attacking output. Three clean sheets and three games without scoring highlight a higher-risk, higher-reward style.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 7, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a finely balanced contest between Columbus Crew II and Atlanta United II. Columbus hold a narrow edge in the head-to-head record with 2 wins to Atlanta’s 1, plus a two-goal advantage in total scoring, and they remain strong at Historic Crew Stadium. Atlanta, however, have been highly competitive in Kennesaw and have taken one regulation win and one penalty shootout success at home in their last two meetings. Both teams’ 2026 season stats suggest attacking football, with each averaging close to or above two goals per game and conceding at a similar rate. Overall, the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats and historical trends point toward another open, high-intensity encounter where home advantage marginally favors Columbus but Atlanta’s away potency keeps the matchup wide open.

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II H2H Statistics updated on 16 June 2026.