MLS: Columbus Crew vs. Toronto Picks — Hosts to Overpower Struggling Rivals? (Sep 20)

The pressure will be on the hosts this weekend, as they aim to strengthen their hold on a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. You can find our Columbus Crew vs. Toronto picks here.

The Crew sit sixth in the Eastern standings after 29 rounds of matches, having won 13 of their fixtures so far this season. However, they were slightly fortunate to come out on top against Atlanta United last weekend.

Toronto exited playoff contention last weekend after playing out a third straight draw. The Canadian team have won a joint-low of just five matches in the Eastern Conference this season.

Columbus Crew vs. Toronto Overview

Odds

Columbus Crew vs. Toronto Head-to-Head Record

The Crew have avoided defeat in the last five head-to-head meetings between the sides, winning on four occasions across that period. However, the latest meeting saw the points shared following a 1-1 draw in August.

Columbus Crew Team News

The Crew could make a couple of changes this weekend, with Hugo Picard, Tristan Brown, and Ibrahim Aliyu all likely to be in contention.

Possible Lineup

Schulte (GK); Herrera, Moreira, Cheberko, Amundsen; Aliyu, Picard, Nagbe, Brown; Habroune, Ali

Toronto Team News

Toronto have been harder to break down since switching to a 4-4-2 formation, and the reliable tactic will once again be deployed by the travelling side this weekend.

Possible Lineup

Gavran (GK); Franklin, Long, Stefanovic, Petretta; Corbeanu, Rosted, Laryea, Osorio; Mihailovic, Kerr

Columbus Crew vs. Toronto Picks

This will be a slightly more competitive fixture than many would think, as the Crew will be without the influential Rossi in the attacking areas. Therefore, it could be worth chancing the points being shared for the second straight meeting between the sides when making Columbus Crew vs. Toronto picks.