8 Mar 2026 · ScottsMiracle-Gro Field
Chicago Fire FC at Columbus Crew
Chicago 0 – 0 Columbus · Draw. We had Columbus Crew at 51.6%, a draw at 23.4% and Chicago Fire FC at 24.9%.
Ratings before the game: Columbus 1516, Chicago 1515, plus 100 for playing at home.
Weather during the game: 15°C, wind 14 km/h (gusts 30).
The betting market (closing odds) had Columbus at 50.0%.
What the markets said before the start
Each source's last price before the start, as a chance with the bookmaker's margin taken out. The model's forecast never uses them.
| Source | Columbus | Draw | Chicago |
|---|---|---|---|
| The model | 51.6% | 23.4% | 24.9% |
| Bookmakers (2 books) | 50.1% | 26.1% | 23.8% |
| Polymarket | 51.8% | 25.6% | 22.6% |
| Kalshi | 51.7% | 25.4% | 22.9% |
Form coming in
Last five results before this game: Chicago Fire FC LW, Columbus Crew LD.
Other meetings this season
| Date | Game | Score | Pre-game chance of the winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Nov 2026 | Columbus Crew at Chicago Fire FC | 4–3 | 23% |
The teams
Questions and answers
Who won Chicago Fire FC at Columbus Crew?
It was a 0–0 draw on 8 March 2026. Before the start PodiumOracle's model gave a draw 23%.