Toronto FC vs Columbus Crew SC, MLS 2022 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Toronto FC vs Columbus Crew SC — MLS at BMO Field.
- Toronto FC 14 games · 14 pts (2026/26)
- Columbus Crew SC 15 games · 16 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 14 | 33 |
| 2 | Internacional CF Miami | 15 | 31 |
| 3 | Chicago Fire FC | 14 | 26 |
| 4 | New England Revolution | 14 | 25 |
| 5 | New York Red Bulls | 15 | 22 |
| 6 | Charlotte FC | 15 | 21 |
| 7 | FC Cincinnati | 15 | 20 |
| 8 | New York City FC | 15 | 19 |
| 9 | D.C. United SC | 15 | 18 |
| 10 | Columbus Crew SC | 15 | 16 |
| 11 | Toronto FC | 14 | 14 |
| 12 | Montreal Impact FC | 14 | 14 |
| 13 | Orlando City SC | 15 | 14 |
| 14 | Atlanta United FC | 14 | 11 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Union | 15 | 7 |
| 16 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 14 | 32 |
| 17 | San Jose Earthquakes | 15 | 32 |
| 18 | Real Salt Lake | 14 | 26 |
| 19 | FC Dallas | 15 | 25 |
| 20 | Los Angeles FC | 15 | 24 |
| 21 | Seattle Sounders FC | 13 | 24 |
| 22 | Houston Dynamo | 14 | 22 |
| 23 | Minnesota United FC | 15 | 22 |
| 24 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 15 | 20 |
| 25 | San Diego FC | 15 | 17 |
| 26 | Colorado Rapids SC | 15 | 16 |
| 27 | St. Louis City | 14 | 16 |
| 28 | Portland Timbers | 14 | 14 |
| 29 | Austin FC | 15 | 14 |
| 30 | Sporting Kansas City | 14 | 11 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun | Columbus Crew SC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 25 Jun | Atlanta United FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 18 Jun | New York Red Bulls | A | 0–2 | L |
| 28 May | Chicago Fire FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 21 May | D.C. United SC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 14 May | Orlando City SC | H | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun | Toronto FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Jun | Real Salt Lake | A | 0–0 | D |
| 18 Jun | Charlotte FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 28 May | Atlanta United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 21 May | Los Angeles FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 14 May | New York City FC | A | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| Toronto FC | Columbus Crew SC | |
|---|---|---|
| #11 | Position | #10 |
| 14 | Points | 16 |
| 14 | Played | 15 |
| 3 / 5 / 6 | W / D / L | 4 / 4 / 7 |
| 22 | Scored | 21 |
| 29 | Conceded | 23 |
| -7 | GD | -2 |
| 1.00 | PPG | 1.07 |
| 21% | Win % | 27% |
Key Stats
63%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (16 games)
H2H (16 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
7%
Clean Sheets
Toronto FC this season
Toronto FC this season
27%
Clean Sheets
Columbus Crew SC this season
Columbus Crew SC this season
Toronto FC are 11th (14 pts). Columbus Crew SC are 10th (16 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Toronto FC
0-15
1/1
16-30
1/3
31-45
1/3
46-60
2/5
61-75
4/4
76+
5/5
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Columbus Crew SC
0-15
2/3
16-30
2/1
31-45
2/1
46-60
3/2
61-75
1/2
76+
1/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at BMO Field. Toronto FC are looking to make home advantage count against Columbus Crew SC.
- 5' Columbus Crew SC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 10' The 35-year-old Jonathan Mensah has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 15' It is a cagey affair so far. Toronto FC in their trying to find a way past Columbus Crew SC's compact .
- 18' Sean Zawadzki adds to his 0 season tally! Columbus Crew SC lead 0-1 — and this changes everything.
- 23' Toronto FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Columbus Crew SC backline.
- 28' Steven Moreira has been relatively quiet despite scoring 5 goals in his last 420 appearances.
- 30' Goal! Darlington Nagbe scores his 12 goal in 283 matches.
- 35' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 37' Toronto FC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 37.
- 42' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Toronto FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 46' Ralph Priso-Mbongue makes way for Jonathan Osorio at the 46 minute mark. A tactical switch from Toronto FC.
- 51' The energy levels are beginning to show. Caleb Porter might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 54' Against the run of play, Jesus Jimenez has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 55' Fresh legs for Toronto FC! Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty comes on to replace Luca Petrasso.
- 59' Columbus Crew SC make a change. Lucas Zelarayan trudges off to be replaced by Derrick Etienne on 59 minutes.
- 60' It is a substitution in Columbus Crew SC team. Pedro Santos is replaced by Will Sands on 60 minute.
- 65' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 66' Columbus Crew SC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 66.
- 66' A tactical swap from Columbus Crew SC — Miguel Berry on, Jacen Russell-Rowe off on 66 minutes.
- 67' Another substitution for Columbus Crew SC to replace Sean Zawadzki by James Igbekeme on 67 minute.
- 72' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 72 minutes.
- 77' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 78' Time for substitution for Toronto FC. Kosi Thompson is replaced by Jacob Shaffelburg.
- 80' Luis Diaz has so much to prove this time. He replaces Darlington Nagbe on 80 minute.
- 85' Pedro Santos has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 90' James Igbekeme has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 90.
- The points are shared — Toronto FC 1-2 Columbus Crew SC. Honours even.
Lineups
Toronto FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 25
- 23
- 4
-
20
Ayo Akinola ↓ Deandre Kerr 46'
- 10
- 27
- 9
- 11
- 8
- 38
- 47
Bench
-
21
Jonathan Osorio ↑ 46'
- 1
-
22
Jacob Shaffelburg ↑ 78'
- 99
-
7
Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty ↑ 55'
- 77
- 5
-
29
Deandre Kerr ↑ 46'
- 12
Coach
Bob Bradley
Columbus Crew SC Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
- 31
- 5
- 4
-
7
Pedro Santos ↓ Will Sands 60'
-
6
Darlington Nagbe ↓ Luis Diaz 80'
- 10
- 21
- 3
-
25
Sean Zawadzki ↓ James Igbekeme 67'
- 39
Bench
-
26
James Igbekeme ↑ 67'
- 20
- 23
-
22
Derrick Etienne ↑ 59'
- 24
- 13
-
12
Luis Diaz ↑ 80'
-
27
Miguel Berry ↑ 66'
-
30
Will Sands ↑ 60'
Coach
Caleb Porter
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Diego Rossi | 3 |
| Gyasi Zardes | 3 |
| Jozy Altidore | 3 |
| Federico Higuain | 2 |
| Jesus Jimenez | 2 |
| Federico Higuain | 2 |
| Lucas Zelarayan | 2 |
| Gyasi Zardes | 2 |
Head to Head
Toronto FC Form
Columbus Crew SC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.55
Toronto FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.55
Columbus Crew SC xG
I would bet for:
Toronto FC or Columbus Crew SC 73% + Both teams to score 62%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Columbus Crew SC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.1
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 81% |
|
19% |
| ± 2.5 | 59% |
|
41% |
| ± 3.5 | 37% |
|
63% |
| ± 4.5 | 21% |
|
79% |
Double Chance
Toronto FC or Draw
63%
Draw or Columbus Crew SC
64%
Toronto FC or Columbus Crew SC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Columbus Crew SC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.7%
2 – 1
8.1%
1 – 2
Actual
2 – 2
6.2%
0 – 0
6.2%
1 – 0
6.2%
0 – 1
6.2%
2 – 0
5.4%
0 – 2
5.4%
3 – 1
4.2%
1 – 3
4.2%
3 – 2
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Toronto FC
| Handicap | Toronto FC covers | Push | Columbus Crew SC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 11% | 81% |
| -1.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -1 | 19% | 18% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 63% | — | 37% |
| +1 | 63% | 18% | 18% |
| +1.5 | 82% | — | 18% |
| +2 | 82% | 11% | 7% |
| +2.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
Clean Sheet
Toronto FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Columbus Crew SC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.