Houston Dynamo Columbus Crew prediction 2023-08-31

Houston Dynamo vs Columbus Crew prediction: USA: MLS betting tips on match 2023-08-30 00:30.
[p]In an exciting MLS matchup, Houston Dynamo will face Columbus Crew at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston. Both teams are currently in 5th place in their respective conferences, with Houston Dynamo holding 35 points in the Western Conference and Columbus Crew having 42 points in the Eastern Conference.[/p]

[p]Houston Dynamo has been impressive at home this season, with a record of 8 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses from 12 home matches. They have scored 24 goals and conceded only 8, resulting in a goal margin difference of +16. The team is currently on a 2-game winning streak and is undefeated in their last 3 matches. In their last match, they secured a convincing 3-0 victory against Real Salt Lake on away ground. Key players for Houston Dynamo include midfielder Hector Herrera, who has provided 3 assists in his last 5 matches, and midfielder Amine Bassi, who scored a goal in his last 4 matches. Defender Micael dos Santos Silva is also a player to watch, based on his average rating in the last 5 matches. However, they will be missing Tate Schmitt due to a knee injury.[/p]

[p]On the other hand, Columbus Crew has a mixed away record this season, with 2 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses from 11 away matches. They have scored 15 goals and conceded 21, resulting in a goal margin difference of -6. The team is also on a 2-game winning streak and has a current form of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 5 matches. In their most recent match, they defeated Toronto FC 2-0 at home. Key players for Columbus Crew include midfielder Aidan Morris, who scored a goal in his last 3 matches. Goalkeeper Patrick Schulte has also been consistent, not missing any minutes in the last five matches. The team will be without Will Sands due to injury.[/p]

[p]In the last 5 meetings between these two teams, Houston Dynamo has won 2 matches, Columbus Crew has won 2 matches, and 1 game ended in a draw. Despite Houston Dynamo’s dominance at home, bookmakers predict a closely contested match, with both teams having the potential to secure a victory.[/p]

[p]Based on current form and home advantage, Houston Dynamo seems to have a slight edge in this encounter. However, Columbus Crew’s recent performances should not be underestimated, as they have also shown the ability to score goals and secure points.[/p]

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