Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II: Head-to-Head Stats

Columbus Crew II host Atlanta United II at Historic Crew Stadium on 21 June 2026 in MLS Next Pro Group Stage action, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 UTC. The fixture brings together two Eastern Conference contenders: Columbus Crew II sit on 29 points from 15 matches and are listed at the top of both the Northeast Division and the overall Eastern Conference table, while Atlanta United II have collected 23 points from 13 games and are positioned in the upper half of both the Central Division and Eastern Conference standings. In this context, Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats take on added importance as both sides look to consolidate play-off ambitions.

Columbus Crew II have been particularly strong at Historic Crew Stadium, winning 6 of 7 home league matches in the 2026 season, while Atlanta United II have shown they can travel well with 4 away victories from 8. With both teams firmly in the MLS Next Pro play-off conversation and separated by only a handful of points despite different games played, the stakes are clear: Columbus will aim to protect their home dominance and maintain their lead, while Atlanta chase a statement result on the road. This MLS Next Pro clash is therefore shaped as much by current league position as by the underlying Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II stats from previous meetings.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive MLS Next Pro matchup between Columbus Crew II and Atlanta United II with several high-scoring encounters.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Columbus Crew II wins: 2
• Draws: 2
• Atlanta United II wins: 1

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Timeline & Historical Context

The Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II timeline in MLS Next Pro begins with their first recorded meeting on 15 June 2023 in Regular Season - 18. Played at Historic Crew Stadium, that match finished 2-2 after extra time, with Columbus Crew II leading 1-0 at half-time before Atlanta United II forced the draw. Columbus ultimately prevailed 6-5 on penalties, giving the hosts an early psychological edge while the result still counts as a draw in the core head-to-head record.

Their rivalry quickly intensified through 2023. On 28 July 2023 in Regular Season - 26 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw, Georgia, Atlanta United II hosted but were beaten 0-2 by Columbus Crew II after a goalless first half. Columbus then backed that up at home on 24 September 2023 in Regular Season - 38, again at Historic Crew Stadium, winning 3-2 after racing into a 3-1 half-time lead. Those back-to-back regulation wins underlined Columbus’s early control of the series, particularly with strong first-half performances.

Atlanta United II responded in the subsequent seasons. On 14 July 2024 in Regular Season - 24 at Fifth Third Bank Stadium, Atlanta and Columbus drew 2-2 after extra time, with Columbus leading 1-0 at the break before Atlanta fought back. This time Atlanta United II edged the penalty shootout 4-3, balancing the earlier shootout defeat and showing their resilience in extended contests. The most recent meeting came on 13 July 2025 in Regular Season - 23, again at Fifth Third Stadium, where Atlanta United II recorded their first regulation-time win in the series, defeating Columbus Crew II 3-2 after a 0-0 half-time score. That result tightened the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II timeline into a genuinely competitive rivalry, with both sides having enjoyed decisive moments across home and away venues.

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers highlight a narrow edge for Columbus Crew II, but also underline how frequently both teams find the net.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Columbus Crew II 11 - 9 Atlanta United II
• Average Goals per Match: Columbus Crew II 2.20 vs Atlanta United II 1.80

Venue Split Performance:

• At Historic Crew Stadium: 2 matches played here — Columbus Crew II won 1 (as home side), Atlanta United II won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Fifth Third Bank Stadium / Fifth Third Stadium: 3 matches played here — Atlanta United II won 1 (as home side), Columbus Crew II won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 13 July 2025: Atlanta United II 3-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 23
• 14 July 2024: Atlanta United II 2-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 24 (Atlanta United II won 4-3 on penalties)
• 24 September 2023: Columbus Crew II 3-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 3-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 38
• 28 July 2023: Atlanta United II 0-2 Columbus Crew II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 26
• 15 June 2023: Columbus Crew II 2-2 Atlanta United II (Half-time: 1-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 18 (Columbus Crew II won 6-5 on penalties)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Columbus Crew II Matches Results and Stats

For Columbus Crew II, the 2026 MLS Next Pro campaign to date shows a high-risk, high-reward profile. Across 15 league fixtures, they have won 10 and lost 5 with no draws, underlining a decisive approach. Offensively they average 1.9 goals per match (28 scored), rising to 2.1 at home, while conceding 1.6 per game overall. At Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus combine 6 wins from 7 with only 8 goals conceded, supported by 2 clean sheets and just 1 home match without scoring across the season.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 10, Draw 0, Lose 5 (season to date)

Last 5 Atlanta United II Matches Results and Stats

Atlanta United II’s 2026 season to date also leans heavily towards decisive outcomes, with 7 wins and 6 losses from 13 matches and no draws. They have been one of the more productive attacking sides, scoring 28 goals at an average of 2.2 per match, including 1.9 away from home. Defensively they concede 1.6 goals per game overall, with 12 goals allowed in 8 away fixtures. Three clean sheets and three matches without scoring underline the volatility in their performances, particularly on the road where they have split their 8 games evenly between 4 wins and 4 defeats.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 7, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a finely balanced contest with a slight historical edge to Columbus Crew II, particularly at Historic Crew Stadium where they remain unbeaten against Atlanta United II in two meetings, with one win and one draw (plus a penalty shootout victory). Overall, Columbus lead the head-to-head with 2 wins to Atlanta’s 1 from 5 matches, and hold a narrow 11-9 advantage in total goals, averaging 2.20 goals per game to Atlanta’s 1.80. Both sides have consistently produced multi-goal encounters in this fixture, and their 2026 season profiles reinforce that trend: Columbus are strong at home with a prolific attack, while Atlanta travel aggressively and score frequently but can be exposed defensively. The statistical trends lean slightly towards Columbus Crew II at home, yet Atlanta United II’s improving record in the series and solid away returns suggest another competitive, attack-minded MLS Next Pro clash is likely.

Columbus Crew II vs Atlanta United II H2H Statistics updated on 16 June 2026.