MLS: Columbus vs. New England Picks — Crew to Overpower Goal-Shy Revolution? (Aug 23)

The finishing line is coming into sight in the MLS, and there will be a vitally important showdown in the Eastern Conference on Aug 23. You can find the odds and our Columbus vs. New England picks here.

There will be increased pressure on the Crew this Saturday, as they sit sixth in the standings, but have importantly played one more game than the majority of their rivals.

The New England Revolution have slim hopes of finishing in the playoff spots this season, and they come into this round after losing two of their last three. Their latest defeat was suffered against LAFC last weekend.

Columbus vs. New England Overview

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Columbus vs. New England Head-to-Head Record

The Columbus Crew have a dominant historical record against New England, winning each of the last four meetings between the sides. The latest meeting was won 1-0 by the Crew in March 2025.

Columbus Team News

The Crew will still be without the injured duo of Nicholas Hagen and Rudy Camacho this weekend. Hugo Picard could be handed a start in the midfield.

Possible Lineup

P. Schulte (GK); M. Arfsten, S. Zawadzki, M. Amundsen, S. Moreira, M. Herrera, D. Gazdag, T. Harbroune, D. Chambost, H. Picard, D. Rossi

New England Team News

New England will have a fully fit squad available for selection this weekend in Ohio.

Possible Lineup

M. Turner (GK); P. Miller, B. Ceballos, M. Fofana, I. Feingold, L. Langoni, A. Yusuf, M. Polster, I. Ganago, C. Gil, L. Campana

Columbus vs. New England Picks

The dominant historical record of the home team in this fixture deserves special attention when making Columbus vs. New England picks.

The Crew also bring better recent form to the table this weekend, and the most logical outcome in this fixture in the MLS on Saturday is a home win.