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Stayin Alive: Columbus Crew crushes FC Cincinnati in 4-0 rout, forces Game 3

Desperate times call for desperate measures, but in the Black & Gold’s must-win playoff fixture, the only side in despair was FC Cincinnati. The Columbus Crew won out as 4-0 victors over FC Cincinnati on Sunday night in Round One, Game 2 of their best-of-three series. Goals from Max Arfsten, Dylan Chambost, Andres Herrera, and Jacen Russell-Rowe inspired the Black & Gold’s triumph, emboldened by … Continue reading Stayin Alive: Columbus Crew crushes FC Cincinnati in 4-0 rout, forces Game 3

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Columbus Crew take down New York Red Bulls in 3-1 victory, book Round One playoff match vs FC Cincinnati

Prior to Saturday night’s fixture, the Black & Gold had already booked their ticket to the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. But with Orlando City and Chicago Fire placed above them in the Eastern Conference standings, they looked all but set to finish in 8th or 9th place and enter the Wild Card fixture — that is, unless they were to pull off a win and … Continue reading Columbus Crew take down New York Red Bulls in 3-1 victory, book Round One playoff match vs FC Cincinnati

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Abou Ali strikes again, but Columbus Crew draw 1-1 with Toronto FC as playoff stakes rise

The Columbus Crew played to a 1-1 draw against Toronto FC on Saturday night, mounting pressure on the Black & Gold as the MLS Playoffs near. Wessam Abou Ali continued his impressive run of form, scoring the Crew’s lone goal before succumbing to injury later in the first half. Richie Laryea scored for the visitors in the second half, with neither side able to find … Continue reading Abou Ali strikes again, but Columbus Crew draw 1-1 with Toronto FC as playoff stakes rise

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Arfsten shines in USMNT’s 2-0 victory over Japan at Lower.com Field

The United States Men’s National Team recorded an important victory in its 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations on Tuesday night, defeating Japan by a 2-0 scoreline in a friendly match at Lower.com Field in Columbus, OH. Known for being the USMNT’s fortress, Columbus did not disappoint, with a sold-out crowd of 20,192 enthusiastic fans fueling the team’s effort and inspiring a confident performance. The USMNT’s … Continue reading Arfsten shines in USMNT’s 2-0 victory over Japan at Lower.com Field

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Columbus Crew underwhelm in 2-1 loss against New England Revolution

The Columbus Crew suffered a 2-1 defeat at home against the New England Revolution Saturday night, the team’s sixth loss of the 2025 MLS regular season, and second consecutive loss at home in MLS play. Leo Campana and Ignatius Ganago struck for the visitors in the first half. Dániel Gazdag clawed a goal back in the second half, but the Black & Gold were not … Continue reading Columbus Crew underwhelm in 2-1 loss against New England Revolution

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Arfsten seals 1-0 win over Club León, Columbus Crew await knockout round berth

The Columbus Crew defeated Liga MX side Club León 1-0 Tuesday night to keep its hopes of entering the knockout rounds of Leagues Cup 2025 alive. Max Arfsten deservedly received player of the match honors; the USMNT international was all over the pitch, creating chances, dribbling opponents, and ultimately scoring the game-winner in the second half.  The game’s action kicked off immediately, as Marcelo Herrera … Continue reading Arfsten seals 1-0 win over Club León, Columbus Crew await knockout round berth

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Columbus Crew loses grip in 3-1 defeat to Orlando City

The Columbus Crew succumbed to a 3-1 defeat against Eastern Conference rivals Orlando City at home Friday night. Despite taking the lead through a decisive penalty kick from Diego Rossi, two successive goals from substitute Ramiro Enrique and a final blow at the death from Martin Ojeda sealed all three points for the visitors. The result marks a second defeat across three matches for the … Continue reading Columbus Crew loses grip in 3-1 defeat to Orlando City

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Columbus Crew cruises to 3-1 victory over Atlanta United

The Columbus Crew earned a second straight win Wednesday night, coasting to a 3-1 victory over Atlanta United. The opener from Andrés Herrera and two goals from Jacen Russell-Rowe sealed all three points for the Black & Gold. With the win, Black & Gold strengthened their hold on 4th place in the MLS Eastern Conference with 34 points across 19 matches, while Atlanta United remained in … Continue reading Columbus Crew cruises to 3-1 victory over Atlanta United

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Columbus Crew earns 2-1 home victory over Vancouver Whitecaps, snapping six-game winless streak

The Columbus Crew earned a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps at Lower.com Field on Saturday night, snapping a six-game winless streak in the process with the team’s first victory since May 3rd. Goals from Ibrahim Aliyu and Diego Rossi lifted the home side over the Western Conference and Supporters Shield leaders in a match that coincided with several players’ absences due to international fixtures. The … Continue reading Columbus Crew earns 2-1 home victory over Vancouver Whitecaps, snapping six-game winless streak

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Columbus Crew dismantled by Lionel Messi in resounding 5-1 defeat to Inter Miami

In continuation of a poor string of results, the Columbus Crew was embarrassed by Inter Miami away from home Saturday night, conceding five goals and only managing to score once in a match that saw them look out of sorts and desperate for answers in attack. The Black & Gold fell victim to their Messi-led Eastern Conference rivals for a second time this season, this … Continue reading Columbus Crew dismantled by Lionel Messi in resounding 5-1 defeat to Inter Miami

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Columbus Crew stumbles on the road against Charlotte FC in 3-2 loss

The Columbus Crew lost its second match of the 2025 MLS season Saturday night, falling 3-2 to Charlotte FC in dramatic fashion that saw the Black & Gold struggle to capitalize offensively and repeatedly face pressure on the defensive end.  Ibrahim Aliyu collected his first goal for his new club, and set-piece tally from Malte Amundsen were not enough to counter Charlotte FC’s devastating trio … Continue reading Columbus Crew stumbles on the road against Charlotte FC in 3-2 loss

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Fierce “Hell Is Real” derby between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati ends in 1-1 draw

The Columbus Crew drew with FC Cincinnati 1-1 Saturday night at Lower.com Field in a thrilling end-to-end match that saw two of the league’s top teams battle it out for the top spot in the Eastern Conference and the bragging rights of Ohio soccer. Diego Rossi scored the Crew’s all important equalizer, a penalty in the 54th minute to cancel out Kevin Denkey’s early strike … Continue reading Fierce “Hell Is Real” derby between Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati ends in 1-1 draw

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Columbus Crew draws 2-2 to Philadelphia Union in highly contested Eastern Conference showdown

In a thrilling end-to-end Saturday night match at Subaru Park, the Columbus Crew clawed back to earn a point on the road against the Philadelphia Union thanks to a Sean Zawadzki goal deep into injury time. With the result, the Black & Gold continues its undefeated record away from home in the 2025 MLS season.  The Eastern Conference showdown between the division’s two highest-placed teams … Continue reading Columbus Crew draws 2-2 to Philadelphia Union in highly contested Eastern Conference showdown

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Columbus Crew eliminated from CONCACAF Champions Cup despite 2-1 victory vs LAFC in Round of 16 second leg

Faced with the daunting task of overcoming a three-goal deficit from last week’s disastrous first leg against Los Angeles Football Club, the Black & Gold knew they needed a miracle to prove that impossible is just an opinion. Unfortunately, regarding the Crew’s chances of advancing, it was the correct opinion. Though in a turnaround from last week’s road block, the Black & Gold did everything … Continue reading Columbus Crew eliminated from CONCACAF Champions Cup despite 2-1 victory vs LAFC in Round of 16 second leg

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A Night to Forget: Columbus Crew fall 3-0 to LAFC in first leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16

In the wake of an undefeated, winning start to the 2025 MLS campaign, there was a sense of increased optimism as the Black & Gold approached their continental match-up against a perennial foe, Los Angeles Football Club. Fond memories of the 2023 MLS Cup victory, the Crew’s most recent 5-1 demolition of LAFC away from home last July, and the Black & Gold’s run to … Continue reading A Night to Forget: Columbus Crew fall 3-0 to LAFC in first leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16

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