MLS Next Pro
Match Analysis
Columbus Crew II
Chicago Fire
Columbus Crew II
L
L
W
D
D
W
Chicago Fire
W
L
W
W
L
W
What do these metrics mean?
- Strength
- Recent form points from the last several matches. Higher means a better recent run of results.
- Shot Conversion
- Goals scored divided by total shots taken (rolling window of past matches). Measures finishing efficiency — only available when historical shot data exists.
- Shots on Target
- Proportion of shots that were on target. Reflects shot accuracy and discipline — only available when historical shot data exists.
- Possession
- Average ball possession percentage over recent matches. Indicates territorial dominance — only available when historical stats exist.
- Save Rate
- Goalkeeper saves divided by shots faced. Higher means the keeper is denying more chances — only available when historical stats exist.
- Attacking Potential
- Composite index from goals, expected goals and shots (weighted). Only available when full shot stats are tracked for a team.
- Defensive Potential
- Composite index from goals conceded, saves and blocked shots (weighted). Only available when full shot stats are tracked.
- Expected Goals
- Poisson-estimated goals each team is likely to score, derived from season attack/defence averages and opponent strength.
- Head to Head
- Historical win share across all previous meetings between these two teams (home wins | draws | away wins).
- Wins the Game
- Machine learning win probability — the model's confidence that each team wins this match outright.
Columbus Crew II Form (Last 6 Matches)
| Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 26 | Home | New York RB II | 1 - 2 | Loss |
| Jul 26, 26 | Away | Connecticut FC | 2 - 1 | Loss |
| Jul 18, 26 | Home | Bethlehem Steel | 2 - 0 | Win |
| Jul 15, 26 | Away | New England II | 2 - 2 | Draw |
| Jun 28, 26 | Away | Orlando City II | 2 - 2 | Draw |
| Jun 21, 26 | Home | Atlanta United II | 3 - 2 | Win |
Chicago Fire Form (Last 6 Matches)
| Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 26 | Home | Orlando City II | 2 - 0 | Win |
| Aug 10, 26 | Home | Toronto II | 2 - 4 | Loss |
| Aug 2, 26 | Home | Charlotte | 2 - 1 | Win |
| Aug 2, 26 | Home | FC Cincinnati II | 7 - 2 | Win |
| Jul 25, 26 | Away | New York City FC | 3 - 1 | Loss |
| Jul 25, 26 | Away | Carolina Core | 1 - 5 | Win |
MLS Next Pro Table
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Columbus Crew II | 21 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 37 | 33 | +4 | 35 |
| 17 | Chicago Fire | 21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 43 | 34 | +9 | 30 |
Predictions
Both Teams To Score - Yes
This prediction indicates that there is a 64.74% likelihood that both Columbus Crew II and Chicago Fire will score at least one goal each during the course of the match.Columbus Crew II or Chicago Fire to win
This prediction indicates that Chicago Fire has a 44.92% likelihood to win the match. The likelihood for the match to end as a draw is 20.04 %Over 1.5 goals
This prediction indicates that there is a 68.18% likelihood that by the end of the football match, there will be two or more goals scored.Over 2.5 goals
This prediction indicates that there is a 66.82% likelihood that by the end of the football match, there will be three or more goals scored.Most Likely Scorelines
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