Though the 3-0 loss to CF Pachuca in the Concacaf Champions Cup wasn’t ideal, the Columbus Crew have a lot to be proud of within the last seven months. At this point, we have now reached midway through the 2024 MLS campaign. We have asked the Massive Report staff to grade the Club on how they felt they did through the first 17 games. Caleb … Continue reading Midseason Grades: Columbus Crew

The Columbus Crew is poised for a transformative period as the club prepares to undergo a series of significant front office changes. While the Black & Gold is keen on adding to its recent success and aiming for future triumphs, it’s starting by reshuffling at the top. Moves like this are poised to enhance both on-field performances and off-field operations. For the Crew, it’s starting … Continue reading Issa Tall headlines numerous front office changes for Columbus Crew

The Columbus Crew’s desire of becoming a first time ever Concacaf Champions Cup winner came to an end at Estadio Hidalgo as Pachuca become Concacaf champions for sixth time in their history with a 3-0 victory over the Black & Gold on Saturday evening. Columbus seemed to start strong when striker Diego Rossi’s shot from outside the box was saved by Pachuca’s goalkeeper Carlos Moreno … Continue reading Columbus Crew downed by Pachuca in Concacaf Champions Cup Final

The eyes of the continent will be on the Columbus Crew as they travel to Pachuca for the CONCACAF Champions Cup final. Pachuca is around 8000 feet above sea level and is a higher altitude than an MLS stadium, it will be a challenge for the Crew but it is one they have been preparing for with altitude training. A win in this match will … Continue reading Predicted XI: Pachuca

There is a real argument to be made for Saturday’s match to be the biggest in Columbus Crew history. The CONCACAF Champions Cup Final represents a chance for the Black & Gold to become the second MLS team in the modern era to win a continental championship (Columbus’s first of any kind), qualify for the 2025 Club World Cup, and a giant cash prize. All … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Pachuca

This Saturday, the Columbus Crew travels to Pachuca, Hidalgo to take on CF Pachuca in the Concacaf Champions Cup. Saturday’s match will be the first time The Crew have advanced to a Concacaf championship, and the fans can thank their MLS Next Pro team for getting this far. In the tournament quarterfinals Columbus faced off against Mexican power Tigres UANL. The Crew drew Tigres 1-1 … Continue reading The Columbus Crew’s road to the Concacaf Champions Cup is paved by Crew 2 and MLS Next Pro

In the fast world of Major League Soccer, where physical prowess often takes center stage, the Columbus Crew have been showcasing the power of mental acumen to secure crucial victories. With the absence of striker Cucho Hernandez — who will miss his third straight game due to injury — the team has been put into a challenging position; Yet with proper mental toughness, the Crew … Continue reading The intellectual edge of competing with the brain

The Columbus Crew picked up their third straight road victory on Saturday, defeating Orlando City SC 2-0. In their third consecutive game without Cucho Hernandez, Columbus grabbed multiple goals and picked up three points thanks to a stellar performance from Diego Rossi. The Uruguayan opened the scoring from the spot, and then doubled his tally with a deft chip over Orlando goalkeeper Pedro Gallese. From … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus gets a third straight road win in Orlando

With two road wins under their belt, the Columbus Crew took their talents to the most magical place on Earth to take on Orlando City SC. The Crew, without Cucho Hernandez for a third straight game, are looking to extend their point streak to three games as the Black & Gold hit the midway point of their six-game road stretch. Orlando, however, were without Duncan … Continue reading Rossi brace lifts Columbus past Orlando City 2-0

The Columbus Crew continue their extended road trip as they travel to take on Orlando City SC. Orlando have had a disappointing start to the season after finishing second in the Eastern Conference standings last season. The Crew beat the Lions in overtime to advance to the Eastern Conference finals. Star forward Cucho Hernandez, who provided the game-winning assist in the playoff win, will miss … Continue reading Predicted XI: Orlando City SC

Following a defeat at the hands of its rival FC Cincinnati, the Columbus Crew rebounded to claim two wins on the road to right the ship in MLS competition. The Black & Gold put its woes behind them to outscore opponents by a 6-2 margin this past week, and limiting the opposition to just eight shots on target across two games. One of the main … Continue reading Rudy Camacho captures MLS Team of the Matchday honors

Coming off of a convincing 3-1 win over CF Montreal in the midweek, the Columbus Crew traveled to the Windy City to take on a struggling Chicago Fire who haven’t won a match in six straight entering the match. The Crew had to be without striker Cucho Hernandez yet again as the Colombian striker was dealing with an injury. The Crew started the game on … Continue reading Columbus Crew hose down Chicago Fire 3-1