Probable Lineups

Columbus Crew
4-2-3-1
Chicago Fire FC
4-4-2
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(51) 25 Goals 31 (41)
(39) 25 Assists 24 (28)
(6.7) 6.9 Average Ratings 6.9 (6.6)
34.9 Average Age 35.6
179.8 Average Height (cm) 181.1
(1) 1.1 Shots pg 1.1 (0.9)
(50%) 52% Aerial Duel Success 49% (48%)
(0.5) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.6)
(1.7) 1.3 Tackles pg 1.3 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Major League Soccer.

Missing Players

Columbus
Chicago
Player Reason Status Rating
Josh Williams Doubtful 6.62
Hector Jimenez Doubtful 6.71
Player Reason Status Rating
Bakary Soumaré Doubtful 6.96

Team News

Columbus
Chicago
  • Hector Jimenez is struggling with a calf strain and is likely to miss the game against the Chicago Fire.
  • Josh Williams is also a doubt for the Columbus Crew as he deals with foot contusion.
  • Steven Kinney returns to full fitness, meaning the Chicago Fire have no injury concerns ahead of the game, besides some calf tightness for Bakary Soumare.

Head to Head Stats

R Team W D L Pts
7 C. Crew 14 10 10 52
15 C.F. FC 6 18 10 36

Prediction

  • The Columbus Crew found their scoring touch against the Portland Timbers in their last game, scoring three times in a high scoring draw. But what was of concern was the fact that they conceded three, cancelling out their good work in attack.
  • The Chicago Fire are resurgent at the moment, following up the sensational 5-4 win over the New York Red Bulls with a 2-1 win over Sporting Kansas City. Frank Yallop has finally got his team scoring goals, but can they keep it tight at the back?
  • Will both sides' new-found attacking potency come to the fore? It could be a case of who can concedes fewer.
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Match Forecast

Columbus Crew will make a comeback if they go behind  
Columbus Crew will stray offside often  
Columbus Crew will dominate possession  
* Match forecast is generated from clashes in team characteristics.