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Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew Draw 1-1 at Subaru Park

Saturday, May 16, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Subaru Park

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Who won Columbus Crew vs Philadelphia Union?

Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew drew 1-1 at Subaru Park on May 16, 2026.

The match between Philadelphia Union and Columbus Crew ended in a 1-1 draw at Subaru Park, continuing the Crew's dominance in their recent encounters. Columbus Crew now leads the all-time series with a record of 4 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw against the Union. This fixture was notable as both teams have struggled in recent weeks, making the draw a point of interest for fans and analysts alike.

Philadelphia Union's recent form has seen them struggle significantly, with a record of 1 win, 4 draws, and 9 losses overall this season. In their last five matches, the Union have managed just 1 draw and 4 losses, scoring an average of 1.2 goals while conceding 1.9 goals per game. Their most recent results include a 3-3 draw against Toronto FC, a 2-0 loss to Columbus Crew, and a 4-3 loss to Orlando City SC. At home, the Union's record stands at 0 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last five matches, with an average of 1.4 goals scored and 2.2 goals allowed.

On the other hand, Columbus Crew has had a mixed bag of results lately, holding a record of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses this season. Their last five matches include a win against the Union, a 4-1 victory over One Knoxville, and three consecutive losses to Minnesota United FC, New York City FC, and Red Bull New York, where they scored an average of 1.4 goals and allowed 1.7 goals per game. Their away record shows that they have struggled, with 1 win and 4 losses in their last five away matches.

In terms of previous meetings, the two teams faced each other just a few weeks prior, on April 25, 2026, where Columbus Crew secured a 2-0 victory over the Union. This match continued a trend of strong performances from the Crew against Philadelphia, as they have not lost to the Union in their last five encounters.

Injury concerns have not been detailed in the provided facts, leaving fans and analysts to speculate on the impact of player fitness on each team's performance. However, both teams have shown vulnerability in their defensive setups, which could be a point of focus moving forward.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Philadelphia Union at +130, with a spread of -0.5 and a total set at 2.5 goals. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the match, with the Union being slight favorites at home, despite their recent struggles.

Conditions at Subaru Park were typical for a late spring evening, likely impacting player performance and tactics. Fans could expect to see a battle for midfield control, as both teams have shown a tendency to concede goals, making defensive organization critical.

In this match, viewers should have watched for the Union's attempts to break their scoring drought, while Columbus Crew aimed to maintain their strong record against Philadelphia. The draw leaves both teams with much to ponder as they move forward in the season.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsPHI +130 2.5 o -160 / u +125 Columbus Crew +175 · Philadelphia Union +130

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Leaders

  • Total ShotsCavan Sullivan5Philadelphia Union
  • Accurate PassesOlwethu Makhanya43Philadelphia Union
  • Total ShotsAndrés Herrera2Columbus Crew
  • Accurate PassesRudy Camacho72Columbus Crew
  • SavesPatrick Schulte4Columbus Crew

Recent form

Philadelphia Union

Last 10: 1-6-3Streak L21.2 scored · 1.9 allowed per game0-1 at home

  • D3-3vs Toronto FCApr 22
  • L2-0vs Columbus CrewApr 25
  • D0-0vs Nashville SCMay 2
  • L2-1vs New England RevolutionMay 9
  • L4-3vs Orlando City SCMay 13

Columbus Crew

Last 10: 3-6-1Streak L31.4 scored · 1.7 allowed per game1-4 away

  • W2-0vs Philadelphia UnionApr 25
  • W4-1vs One KnoxvilleApr 29
  • L3-2vs Minnesota United FCMay 2
  • L3-0vs New York City FCMay 10
  • L3-2vs Red Bull New YorkMay 13

Standings

TeamGames playedLostPoint differentialPointsTiedWonRankOverall
Nashville SC222+3052416116-4-2
Inter Miami CF224+1542612212-6-4
Chicago Fire FC216+1137411311-4-6
New England Revolution227+937411411-4-7
Charlotte FC227+835510510-5-7
FC Cincinnati227-2317868-7-7
New York City FC228+5287777-7-8
Red Bull New York2210-14265787-5-10
Orlando City SC2211-17254797-4-11
Toronto FC227-625105105-10-7
D.C. United227-825105115-10-7
Philadelphia Union2210-52466126-6-10
Atlanta United FC2213-132136136-3-13
CF Montréal2211-162165145-6-11
Columbus Crew2212-82055155-5-12

Box score

StatPhiladelphia UnionColumbus Crew
Fouls committed1412
Yellow cards31
Red cards00
Offsides02
Won corners44
Saves04
Possession pct37.962.1
Total shots125
Shots on target51
Shot pct0.40.2
Penalty kick goals00
Penalty kick shots00
Accurate passes224439
Total passes317530
Pass pct0.70.8
Accurate crosses32
Total crosses1314
Cross pct0.20.1
Total long balls3944
Accurate long balls1715
Longball pct0.40.3
Blocked shots31
Effective tackles1215
Total tackles2325
Tackle pct0.50.6
Interceptions thrown117
Effective clearance1623
Total clearance1623

Venue

  • Subaru ParkChester, Pennsylvania
  • Attendance17505

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