D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew prediction, odds, MLS picks [9/9/2026]

D.C. United and Columbus will meet in MLS action at Audi Field on Wednesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.

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

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

D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew prediction and odds

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Wednesday's MLS matchup between D.C. United and Columbus, forming part of our MLS predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently indicates a 37.2% chance of D.C. United winning, a 38.2% chance for Columbus, and a 24.6% chance of a draw.

Additionally, the 2.5-goal over/under has a 56.3% 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: Columbus +178, D.C. United +163
• Total Goals: Over/Under 2.5 (-133/+133)

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

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available 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 @ +178 via Polymarket
• Total Goals: Under 2.5 @ +133 via Novig

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 1-1 draw being the most probable:

• D.C. United 1-1 Columbus (11.4% probability)
• D.C. United 1-2 Columbus (8.5%)
• D.C. United 2-1 Columbus (8.3%)

These predictions are based on each team's average score according to our machine learning model, which means the most likely correct score may differ from our predicted winner.

Game info & kickoff details

Wednesday's MLS matchup between D.C. United and Columbus in MLS at Audi Field is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: D.C. United vs. Columbus Crew
• Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: Audi Field

Conclusion

According to our computer model, D.C. United has a 37.2% win probability on Wednesday, Columbus has a 38.2% win probability, and there is a 24.6% chance that the game will end in a draw.

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