Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal prediction, odds, MLS picks [8/19/2026]

Columbus will square off with Montreal in MLS action at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.

Dimers' advanced MLS model projects Columbus as the most likely winner in this Columbus vs. Montreal prediction.

This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's match, including best bets and picks.

Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal prediction: Who will win?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's MLS game between Columbus and Montreal, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model indicates a 60.5% chance of Columbus winning, an 18.3% chance for Montreal, and a 21.2% chance of a draw.

Additionally, the over/under total of 2.5 goals has a 57.6% chance of going over, according to our model.

Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal odds

We have sourced the best MLS odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Moneyline: Montreal +375, Columbus -140

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Moneyline: Columbus @ -140 via BetMGM
• Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ +135 via ESPN BET

According to our best MLS bets, the top play to make on this game is Columbus to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal: Correct score predictions

The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 2-1 Columbus win being the most probable:

• Columbus 2-1 Montreal (10% probability)
• Columbus 1-0 Montreal (10%)
• Columbus 1-1 Montreal (10%)

Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal game-day updates and essential details

Wednesday's action between Columbus and Montreal in MLS at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: Columbus Crew vs. CF Montreal
• Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: ScottsMiracle-Gro Field

Conclusion

According to our computer model, Columbus has a 60.5% win probability on Wednesday, Montreal has an 18.3% win probability, and there is a 21.2% chance that the game will end in a draw.

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