FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Stats: Head-to-head and Historical Context

FC Cincinnati II host Columbus Crew II at NKU Soccer Stadium on 14 June 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC. The fixture brings together a home side battling at the lower end of the Eastern Conference standings and a visiting team pushing at the top end of the table, adding weight to the competitive context of this encounter.

In the 2026 MLS Next Pro season, FC Cincinnati II sit on 9 points from 12 matches, with a record of 3 wins and 9 losses, and a goal difference of -10. Columbus Crew II arrive as one of the conference’s leading sides, on 26 points from 14 games, winning 9 and losing 5 with a positive goal difference of +2. Against that backdrop, this derby-style matchup carries significant stakes for both sides: FC Cincinnati II need points to climb away from the bottom, while Columbus Crew II aim to consolidate their promotion play-off position. For anyone studying FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II stats, this fixture offers a clear contrast between a strong contender and a team trying to turn its season around.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive but slightly FC Cincinnati II-favored head-to-head between these MLS Next Pro rivals.

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 begins with a clear pattern of home advantage. On 15 September 2024 in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37, FC Cincinnati II hosted Columbus Crew II at Northern Kentucky University Stadium and claimed a 2-1 victory, having been level 1-1 at half-time. That early meeting set the tone for a series in which the home side has often dictated terms.

In 2025, the rivalry intensified with two tightly contested league fixtures. On 18 May 2025 in Regular Season - 13 at Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus Crew II defended home turf with a 1-0 win over FC Cincinnati II, leading 1-0 at half-time and seeing the result through. Later that year, on 25 September 2025 in Regular Season - 6, the matchup returned to NKU Soccer Stadium, where FC Cincinnati II edged a high-scoring contest 4-3 against Columbus Crew II after a 2-2 first half. These results underlined how fine the margins have been, especially when the sides meet in Cincinnati.

The 2026 Group Stage has already produced two more chapter entries. On 21 March 2026 at Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus Crew II again maximized their home advantage, beating FC Cincinnati II 2-0 after taking a 1-0 lead into the break. Then, on 10 May 2026 at NKU Soccer Stadium, FC Cincinnati II responded with a 2-1 home win over Columbus Crew II, turning a 1-1 half-time scoreline into three crucial points. Overall, the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II timeline highlights a rivalry defined by strong home performances and consistently competitive scorelines rather than one-sided dominance.

FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline a narrow edge for FC Cincinnati II, with both sides showing they can score and concede in this matchup.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: FC Cincinnati II 8 - 7 Columbus Crew II
Average Goals per Match: FC Cincinnati II 1.60 vs Columbus Crew II 1.40

Venue Split Performance:

At NKU Soccer Stadium: 3 matches played here — FC Cincinnati II won 3 (as home side), Columbus Crew II won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
At Historic Crew 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 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign has been challenging season to date. Across 12 league fixtures, they have 3 wins and 9 defeats with no draws, underscoring a high-variance profile where matches tend to produce decisive outcomes. At home, they have been more competitive, winning 3 of 6 and scoring 10 goals while conceding 8. Away from home, however, they have lost all 6, scoring just 2 and conceding 14. Offensively, their season-to-date average is 1.0 goal per match, while defensively they concede 1.8 on average, with only 2 clean sheets and 5 matches where they failed to score.

Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 9 (season to date)

Last 5 Columbus Crew II Matches Results and Stats

Columbus Crew II arrive with a stronger season-to-date profile in MLS Next Pro 2026. Over 14 matches, they have recorded 9 wins and 5 losses, again with no draws, indicating an aggressive approach that tends to produce clear results. At home, they have been particularly effective, winning 6 of 7 with 15 goals scored and only 8 conceded. Their away record is more mixed at 3 wins and 4 losses, with 12 goals scored and 16 conceded, suggesting they are more vulnerable on the road. Overall, they average 1.9 goals scored and 1.7 conceded per match, with 2 clean sheets and just 1 match where they failed to score.

Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a finely balanced rivalry shaped strongly by home advantage. FC Cincinnati II lead the head-to-head 3-2 and have won all three meetings at NKU Soccer Stadium, scoring 8 of their 8 total head-to-head goals in those home fixtures. Columbus Crew II, meanwhile, have been perfect at Historic Crew Stadium in this matchup, winning both games there. From a broader 2026 season perspective, Columbus Crew II carry better overall form, higher scoring output, and a superior league position, but their away defensive record shows vulnerability that FC Cincinnati II have previously exploited at home in this series. Taken together, the FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II stats suggest a contest where venue and game state could be decisive, with Columbus Crew II’s stronger season form offset by FC Cincinnati II’s flawless home record in this specific head-to-head.

FC Cincinnati II vs Columbus Crew II H2H Statistics updated on 9 June 2026.