Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati will face off tonight at 7:30 PM (ET) at MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus for the 2020 MLS regular season. This will be a new edition of the 'Hell if Real' derby between the two teams from Ohio. Here, you'll find everything there is to know about the game, including predictions and how to watch.

The home team continues to impress during the start of the season and even though it's still pretty early to tell, they're quickly becoming everybody's favorite to lift the trophy once the MLS season comes to an end.

FC Cincinnati, on the other hand, already looks like an experienced club despite not being around the league for that long. However, they'll face an uphill battle when they visit MAPFRE Stadium on Sunday.

Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati: Match Information

Date: Sunday, Sep 6, 2020
Time: 7:30PM (ET)
Venue: MAPFRE Stadium, Columbus

 

Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati: Storylines 

This will be the third edition of 'The Hell is Real Derby' between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati this year. Thus far, Columbus holds a slight lead with 1 4-0 triumph and a goalless draw.

Columbus Crew are coming off an impressive 1-0 win vs. Philadelphia Union thanks to Lucas Zelarayán's goal and continue to make a statement after their strong performances in MLS is Back Tournament. 

FC Cincinnati continue to prove that they have one of the strongest defensive units in al Major League Soccer. They've got 5 clean sheets through 9 weeks, even though they've conceded 12 goals.

The biggest issue for FC Cincinnati continues to be scoring. They've only netted 6 goals this season and are yet to have a player score more than once. Obviously, facing Columbus Crew isn't exactly what the doctor ordered for their offensive struggles.

How To Watch Or Stream Live Free Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati In The U.S:

The 2020 MLS regular season game between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati to be played on Sunday 6 at MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus will be broadcasted in the United States by Star64, SportsTime Ohio, and MLS LIVE on ESPN+

 

 

Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati: Predictions And Odds

It seems like oddsmakers are expecting Columbus Crew to get an easy win at home, as they're given -225 odds to take the three points. FC Cincinnati have +650 odds to upset the home team, while a tie would result in a +320 payout.

  DraftKings
Columbus Crew -225
Tie +320
FC Cincinnati +650

* Odds via DraftKings