Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

Columbus Crew II welcome Toronto II to Historic Crew Stadium on 25 May 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action, with both sides looking to strengthen their positions in the Eastern picture. The hosts come in as one of the stronger outfits in the conference, while Toronto II are fighting to turn streaky form into a more consistent playoff push.

In the Eastern Conference standings, Columbus Crew II sit 5th with 19 points from 11 matches, already in the “Promotion - MLS Next Pro (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)” zone. Their overall record of seven wins and four defeats, with 18 goals scored and 18 conceded, underlines a high-variance side that can both blow teams away and leave the back door open. In the Northeast Division sub-group, they are as high as 3rd, again on 19 points.

Toronto II, meanwhile, are 10th in the Eastern Conference with 14 points from 10 games, and 5th in the Northeast Division. With four wins and six losses, plus a goal difference of +1 (16 scored, 15 conceded), they remain in the chasing pack rather than the leading group. That context, alongside a long-running head-to-head rivalry between these second teams, makes this fixture one of the more intriguing MLS Next Pro predictions for the upcoming matchday.

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Key Stats

• Columbus Crew II have taken 19 points from 11 league matches (7 wins, 4 losses, 18 goals for, 18 against) and remain unbeaten at home in the standings with 5 wins from 5.
• In their most recent meeting at Historic Crew Stadium on 15 March 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage, Columbus Crew II beat Toronto II 3-2.
• Columbus Crew II average 2.2 goals scored per home game in team statistics, while Toronto II average 1.5 goals scored away from home.

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 5 vs 10 (Eastern Conference)
• Points: 19 vs 14
• Goals For: 18 vs 16
• Goals Against: 18 vs 15
• Clean Sheets: Columbus Crew II 2, Toronto II 3

Season records suggest Columbus Crew II hold a slight edge. They have more points (19 to 14) from an extra game played and boast a perfect home record in the standings: five wins from five at Historic Crew Stadium with 10 goals scored and just 4 conceded. That home strength is a major factor in assessing this matchup.

Toronto II’s league position of 10th in the Eastern Conference reflects their inconsistency. Four wins and six defeats with no draws show a side that tends to go for broke. They have scored 16 and conceded 15, a marginally positive goal difference, but they trail Columbus Crew II by five points with a game in hand. A positive result here would drag them closer to the playoff zone, while a loss risks leaving them stuck in mid-to-lower table traffic.

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Key Matchups

Columbus Crew II Attack vs Toronto II Defence

Without individual scorer data, the collective trends stand out. Columbus Crew II’s attack has produced 20 goals in 11 league fixtures in the wider statistics set, with an impressive 11 of those at home and an average of 2.2 goals per home match. Their biggest home win is 3-1, and they have yet to fail to score at Historic Crew Stadium this campaign.

Toronto II’s defence, by contrast, has conceded 17 goals across 10 games, including 10 away from home at an average of 1.7 per away fixture. Their heaviest away defeat is 5-0, underlining vulnerability when they travel. This matchup strongly favours Columbus Crew II’s forward unit, particularly given their 2 clean sheets at home and the visitors’ tendency to leak chances on the road.

Toronto II Late-Game Threat vs Columbus Crew II Late-Game Concentration

Toronto II’s attacking minute distribution indicates a side that grows into games. They score heavily after the break, with 4 goals between minutes 61-75 and 5 between 76-90 in league play, making late surges a hallmark of their style. That pattern suggests Columbus Crew II cannot relax, even with a lead.

Columbus Crew II, however, concede relatively evenly throughout matches, with their goals against spread across all intervals. At home, they allow just 0.8 goals per game in team statistics, but their away defensive struggles (2.3 conceded per match) hint at a side that can be exposed under sustained pressure. If Toronto II are still in the game entering the final 30 minutes, their late scoring profile could tilt momentum their way.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

This has been one of MLS Next Pro’s more entertaining series, with goals and drama across multiple seasons. Counting only the matches listed below, Columbus Crew II have generally had the upper hand, especially at Historic Crew Stadium, while Toronto II have found ways to respond at York Lions Stadium and beyond.

• 15 March 2026: Columbus Crew II 3-2 Toronto II (MLS Next Pro Group Stage)
• 19 September 2025: Toronto II 0-0 Columbus Crew II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37, Toronto II won 4-3 on penalties)
• 27 July 2025: Columbus Crew II 1-2 Toronto II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 26)
• 7 July 2024: Columbus Crew II 2-2 Toronto II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 23, Columbus Crew II won 7-6 on penalties)
• 5 May 2024: Toronto II 1-1 Columbus Crew II (MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 11, Columbus Crew II won 3-1 on penalties)

Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II Prediction

Form and advanced comparison metrics lean slightly towards Columbus Crew II. The prediction model gives the hosts a 45% chance of victory, with another 45% on the draw and just 10% on a Toronto II win, reinforcing the “Win or draw” expectation for Columbus Crew II. Their perfect home record in the standings and strong attacking averages at Historic Crew Stadium make them deserved favourites.

At the same time, Toronto II’s late-game scoring profile and three clean sheets in team statistics show they are capable of both shutting teams out and striking late. The head-to-head series has produced tight contests, including several draws decided on penalties. With the goals fields in the prediction set indicating a conservative outlook and under 2.5 goals for the home side and under 1.5 for the away side, a narrow home win fits the data best.

Predicted Score: Columbus Crew II 2-1 Toronto II

Columbus Crew II League Form

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Toronto II League Form

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Columbus Crew II Possible Starting Lineup

Luke Pruter; Cesar Ruvalcaba, Owen Presthus, R. Aoki, C. Rogers; M. Nyeman, Q. Elliot, G. De Libera; B. Adu-Gyamfi, I. Kone, A. Alaouieh.

Columbus Crew II have a deep squad with multiple young defenders such as Cesar Ruvalcaba, Owen Presthus and R. Aoki, alongside midfield options like M. Nyeman and Q. Elliot. In attack, players including B. Adu-Gyamfi, I. Kone and A. Alaouieh provide pace and direct running. Without confirmed lineups, this projected XI highlights key figures who could maintain their strong home scoring rate and press high from the front.

Toronto II Possible Starting Lineup

C. Kalongo; L. Costabile, R. Fisher, S. Sappleton, D. Stampatori; B. Boneau, M. Cimermancic, R. Campbell-Dennis; D. Barrow, D. Dixon O'Neill, J. Nugent.

Toronto II’s squad blends experience and youth, particularly in defence with L. Costabile, R. Fisher and S. Sappleton, and a midfield core featuring B. Boneau and M. Cimermancic. Up front, attackers such as D. Barrow, D. Dixon O'Neill and J. Nugent are likely to carry the goal threat, especially in the latter stages where Toronto II have often found their scoring touch. Tactical flexibility will be crucial if they are to disrupt Columbus Crew II’s perfect home record.

Columbus Crew II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Toronto II Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Columbus Crew II:

• None reported.

Toronto II:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Columbus Crew II in the double chance (home win or draw). With 45% home win probability, 45% draw and only 10% away win, plus a perfect 5-0-0 home record in the standings, the hosts look well placed to avoid defeat.
• Goals Tip: Consider under 3.5 total goals. Columbus Crew II’s league matches average around 1.6–1.8 goals per team, and the prediction goals guidance points to under 2.5 for the hosts and under 1.5 for the visitors, aligning with a relatively tight scoreline.
• Value Tip: Both teams to score. Columbus Crew II have failed to score only once in the wider stats, while Toronto II average 1.5 goals away and have shown a strong late scoring trend. Combined with a head-to-head history rich in goals, BTTS offers potential value.

How to Watch Columbus Crew II vs Toronto II

Broadcast coverage varies by region. General guide:

• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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