Columbus Crew vs. NY Red Bulls prediction, odds, MLS picks [9/12/2026]

MLS action continues on Saturday at 7:30 PM ET as NY Red Bulls takes on Columbus at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.

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

This article offers further insights into Saturday's match, including best bets and picks.

Columbus Crew vs. NY Red Bulls prediction and odds

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Saturday's MLS game between Columbus and NY Red Bulls, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently indicates a 57.6% chance of Columbus winning, a 21.6% chance for NY Red Bulls, and a 20.8% chance of a draw. Additionally, the 2.5-goal over/under has a 64.6% chance of going over., according to our model.

Latest betting odds

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

• Moneyline: NY Red Bulls +320, Columbus -122
• Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 (-203/+194)

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

Model picks and best bet

After matching our probabilities 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 @ -122 via Polymarket
• Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ +194 via Polymarket

According to our MLS best 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 current available odds.

Correct score projections

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 NY Red Bulls (9.7% probability)
• Columbus 1-1 NY Red Bulls (9.2%)
• Columbus 2-0 NY Red Bulls (8%)

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's MLS action between Columbus and NY Red Bulls in MLS at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: Columbus Crew vs. NY Red Bulls
• Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: ScottsMiracle-Gro Field

Conclusion

According to our computer model, Columbus has a 57.6% win probability on Saturday, NY Red Bulls have a 21.6% win probability, and there is a 20.8% chance that the game will end in a draw.

Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.

This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary MLS prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.