The Columbus Crew hosts Atlanta United at Lower.com Field on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. ET in a crucial MLS matchup. The game will air nationally on FS1 and Fox Deportes.

Match Context:

• Columbus leads all-time series 6-5-1 but is just 2-3 at home vs Atlanta
• Crew won previous meeting 2-1 in Atlanta (May 2024)
• Visiting team has won 5 of last 6 meetings between these teams

Columbus Crew Current Form:

• 5th place in standings with 34 points
• Unbeaten in 11 of last 12 games
• 5 wins, 3 draws in 12 home games this season
• Key players: Zelarayan (8 goals), Cucho (6 goals in 7 games)
• No major injury concerns except Kevin Molino (questionable)

Atlanta United Status:

• Coming off 2-1 home loss to NY Red Bulls
• Only 1 road win all season (1-7-4 away record)
• Winless in last 9 road games
• Missing 4 starters to long-term injuries
• Josef Martinez leads with 4 career goals vs Columbus

Betting Lines:

• Columbus Crew: -120
• Atlanta United: +280
• Draw: +280
• Total Goals: 2.5 (Over -135, Under +110)
• Both Teams to Score: Yes -150, No +120

The Crew aim to strengthen their playoff position with three of their next four games at home against lower-ranked opponents. While Atlanta's Martinez poses a threat, their poor road form and injury issues make Columbus the clear favorite.

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