Columbus Crew (13-5-15) at Chicago Fire FC (16-7-10): prediction and pick

Chicago Fire FC are slight favorites in what looks like a close game at 47% to win (CHI -105). Our predicted score is Columbus Crew 1.6, Chicago Fire FC 1.9 (average goals), against a betting total of 3.5. Columbus Crew come in hot, 4-1 in their last 5. With a game this close, the moneyline on the underdog (Columbus Crew) is often where the value is, if anywhere.

Fair odds: Columbus Crew +249, Chicago Fire FC +113. Built from the betting line with the sportsbook's cut removed.

Predicted score: Columbus Crew 1.6, Chicago Fire FC 1.9 (average goals)

Spread: CHI -105

Total: 3.5

Moneyline: Columbus Crew +220, Chicago Fire FC -105

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• Chicago Fire FC: 2-3 in the last 5 (W D W L L, most recent first)
• Columbus Crew: 4-1 in the last 5 (W W W L W, most recent first)

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