FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before Match
FC Cincinnati II host Columbus Crew II at NKU Soccer Stadium in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action on 14 June 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC. The match takes place in the 2026 season of MLS Next Pro, where both sides are competing in the Eastern Conference structure. For FC Cincinnati II, this fixture comes with pressure: they sit on 9 points from 12 matches, with a goal difference of -10, and are placed 8th in the Northeast Division and 14th in the overall Eastern Conference standings.
Columbus Crew II arrive as one of the early pace-setters in MLS Next Pro. They top the Northeast Division with 26 points from 14 matches and hold 2nd place in the Eastern Conference, targeting the promotion play-offs. In this context, the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II stats underline a clash between a struggling home side and a high-performing visitor, adding extra weight to this regional matchup at NKU Soccer Stadium.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a competitive but slightly tilted rivalry between FC Cincinnati II and Columbus Crew II across their MLS Next Pro meetings.
- Previous meetings: 5
- FC Cincinnati II wins: 3
- Draws: 0
- Columbus Crew II wins: 2
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Timeline & Historical Context
The FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II timeline in MLS Next Pro is built entirely within league competition and shows momentum swings between the sides. The earliest recorded meeting came on 15 September 2024 in the MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37 at Northern Kentucky University Stadium in Cincinnati, Kentucky. On that occasion, FC Cincinnati II edged a tight contest, winning 2-1 after a 1-1 half-time scoreline, setting an early tone for their strength at home in this matchup.
In the 2025 season, the rivalry intensified. On 18 May 2025, Columbus Crew II hosted at Historic Crew Stadium in Regular Season - 13 and secured a 1-0 victory, leading 1-0 at half-time and maintaining that advantage through full time. Later that season, on 25 September 2025, the sides met again at NKU Soccer Stadium in Regular Season - 6. That match turned into a high-scoring encounter, with FC Cincinnati II defeating Columbus Crew II 4-3 after a 2-2 half-time scoreline, underlining how open and attacking these fixtures can become.
The 2026 MLS Next Pro Group Stage has already delivered two meetings between the clubs. On 21 March 2026 at Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus Crew II recorded a 2-0 home win over FC Cincinnati II, leading 1-0 at half-time and closing out a controlled performance. The most recent clash came on 10 May 2026 at NKU Soccer Stadium, again in the Group Stage, where FC Cincinnati II responded with a 2-1 home victory after a 1-1 half-time score. Overall, the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II timeline shows a pattern: the home side has generally held the edge, and many matches have been decided by fine margins.
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The head-to-head numbers provide a clear statistical snapshot of how these fixtures have unfolded across venues in MLS Next Pro.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: FC Cincinnati II 8 - 9 Columbus Crew II
- Average Goals per Match: FC Cincinnati II 1.60 vs Columbus Crew II 1.80
Venue Split Performance:
- At FC Cincinnati II's stadium: 3 matches played here — FC Cincinnati II won 3 (as home side), Columbus Crew II won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Columbus Crew II's stadium: 2 matches played here — Columbus Crew II won 2 (as home side), FC Cincinnati II won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 10 May 2026: FC Cincinnati II 2-1 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 21 March 2026: Columbus Crew II 2-0 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 25 September 2025: FC Cincinnati II 4-3 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 2-2) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 6
- 18 May 2025: Columbus Crew II 1-0 FC Cincinnati II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 13
- 15 September 2024: FC Cincinnati II 2-1 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 FC Cincinnati II Matches Results and Stats
For FC Cincinnati II, the broader 2026 MLS Next Pro season to date highlights inconsistency and defensive vulnerability. Across 12 matches, they have 3 wins, 0 draws, and 9 losses, scoring 12 goals and conceding 22. At home, however, they are more competitive: 3 wins and 3 losses from 6 matches, with 10 goals scored and 8 conceded, reflecting a stronger attacking output at NKU Soccer Stadium compared with their away record, where they have lost all 6 fixtures and scored just 2 goals.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 9 (season to date)
Last 5 Columbus Crew II Matches Results and Stats
Columbus Crew II’s 2026 MLS Next Pro season to date underlines why they sit near the top of the Eastern Conference. Over 14 matches, they have 9 wins, 0 draws, and 5 losses, scoring 25 goals and conceding 23. Their home form is particularly strong, with 6 wins and just 1 loss from 7 matches and a 14-7 goal record. Away from home they are more volatile, with 3 wins and 4 defeats from 7 outings, scoring 11 and conceding 16, indicating that while they carry attacking threat on the road, they can be exposed defensively.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
History points to a finely balanced but venue-dependent matchup. Overall, Columbus Crew II hold a narrow edge in total goals (9 to 8) and come into this fixture with a far stronger season-to-date record and higher league position. However, FC Cincinnati II have been perfect at home in this specific head-to-head, winning all three MLS Next Pro meetings at NKU Soccer Stadium or Northern Kentucky University Stadium, often in tight, high-intensity contests. The FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II stats suggest that while Columbus Crew II’s broader form and attacking averages make them a formidable opponent, the historical home advantage for FC Cincinnati II keeps this fixture statistically competitive and sets up another intriguing chapter in this regional rivalry.
FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II H2H Statistics updated on 9 June 2026.
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