Author: Tyler Fisher

10+ years of covering Columbus Crew soccer. 6+ with Massive Report.

Dylan Chambost agrees to contract extension with Columbus Crew through June 2029

In a major vote of confidence from both the player and the Club, midfielder Dylan Chambost has agreed to a contract extension with the Columbus Crew that will keep the French midfielder in Black & Gold beyond the previously reported 2026 expiration.  Chambost joined the Black & Gold midway through the 2024 season from AS Saint-Étienne and has become an integral piece of the Crew’s … Continue reading Dylan Chambost agrees to contract extension with Columbus Crew through June 2029

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Columbus Crew edge LA Galaxy 2-1 to get first home win of 2026

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Crew return to Scotts Miracle-Gro Field looking to steady a season that has yet to find its rhythm, hosting the LA Galaxy after a 2-1 setback to the New England Revolution. With just one win on the campaign, Henrik Rydström’s side has struggled to establish the clinical edge and late-game composure that defined previous runs. Goals have been hard to come … Continue reading Columbus Crew edge LA Galaxy 2-1 to get first home win of 2026

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Columbus awarded NWSL franchise as league’s 18th club

Columbus, Ohio, is set to welcome a National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team to the city. The league has announced that it has awarded its 18th franchise to Haslam Sports Group, Nationwide Insurance and Dr. Christine and Pete Edwards. This Columbus team will begin playing in 2028. The new NWSL club will play its home matches at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, home of the Columbus Crew, also … Continue reading Columbus awarded NWSL franchise as league’s 18th club

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Hugo Picard, Jamal Thiaré advance Columbus Crew past Richmond Kickers in Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup

RICHMOND, VA – The Columbus Crew handled their Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup assignment with professionalism and authority, defeating the Richmond Kickers 3-0 to advance to the Round of 16. While the final scoreline suggests a straightforward evening, the match opened with a brief moment of tension. Richmond nearly capitalized on a set piece in the seventh minute, forcing Columbus into emergency defending and a … Continue reading Hugo Picard, Jamal Thiaré advance Columbus Crew past Richmond Kickers in Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup

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Diego Rossi saves Columbus Crew with late equalizing goal against Orlando City SC

COLUMBUS – After snapping a long drought with their first victory of the 2026 campaign last weekend against Atlanta United, the Columbus Crew entered Sunday’s showdown with Orlando City SC brimming with confidence and urgency. Buoyed by a much-needed boost in morale and a glimpse of the attacking cohesion Henrik Rydström and Crew supporters have been waiting to see, the Black & Gold looked to build … Continue reading Diego Rossi saves Columbus Crew with late equalizing goal against Orlando City SC

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Columbus Crew’s Wessam Abou Ali suffers torn ACL, meniscus vs Orlando City SC

The Columbus Crew found themselves without Wessam Abou Ali for the last 16 minutes of the first half after the Palestinian striker was stretchered off with an apparent knee injury. Abou Ali suffered the injury first in the 22nd minute as he attempted to disposses Brian Ojeda from the ball in the Crew’s attacking third. The striker went down clutching his right knee in agonizing … Continue reading Columbus Crew’s Wessam Abou Ali suffers torn ACL, meniscus vs Orlando City SC

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Abou Ali’s brace powers Columbus Crew to first win of 2026 with 3-1 win over Atlanta United

The Columbus Crew are finally in the win column for the first time in 2026. After five games of frustration to open the 2026 MLS campaign, Columbus delivered a composed and clinical performance Saturday night, defeating Atlanta United FC 3-1 to secure its first victory of the season. Behind a brace from Wessam Abou Ali and a well-taken finish from Max Arfsten, the Crew turned attacking efficiency … Continue reading Abou Ali’s brace powers Columbus Crew to first win of 2026 with 3-1 win over Atlanta United

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Crossing The Touchline: Crew vs Nashville SC

It’s another gameday and the Columbus Crew are still looking for their first win of the 2026 MLS season. With two points out of their first three matches, another opportunity awaits them as they prepare to host a red-hot Nashville SC side who have yet to lose a game so far. To give us insight on the yellow team from the Music City, we sat … Continue reading Crossing The Touchline: Crew vs Nashville SC

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Derrick Jones, Yaw Yeboah handed lifetime MLS suspension for Sports Betting

COLUMBUS – MLS announced today that former Columbus Crew players Derrick Jones and Yaw Yeboah have been handed lifetime MLS suspensions for violating MLS’ Gambling Policy. Both players had been placed on administrative leave before the league concluded the investigation. Both players placed extensive bets on their own team during the 2024-2025 seasons, with one instance being Jones to receive a yellow card during a … Continue reading Derrick Jones, Yaw Yeboah handed lifetime MLS suspension for Sports Betting

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What we Learned: Crew vs Chicago Fire

The Columbus Crew were forced to settle for a point against the Chicago Fire for their first home contest of the 2026 MLS season. The match ended 0-0, which was a tightly contested matchup. While the game lacked goals, it still provided several insights into where Columbus currently stands early in the season. From Chicago’s defensive organization to Columbus’s attacking limitations and defensive stability, the … Continue reading What we Learned: Crew vs Chicago Fire

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Columbus Crew announce 2026 Leagues Cup Opponents

The Columbus Crew are back in action for the 2026 Leagues Cup this year, after winning the 2024 title and crashing out in the group stage in 2025. Thursday afternoon, the Club announced its 2026 opponents, highlighted by a rematch of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup Final against Club Pachuca. The Crew will also host Atlas FC and Pumas UNAM, with all matches played at … Continue reading Columbus Crew announce 2026 Leagues Cup Opponents

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Diego Rossi Delivers Late Equalizer as Columbus Crew Earn Point in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, KS – With the 2026 MLS season in full swing, it was another game on the road for the Columbus Crew as they traveled to take on MLS original Sporting Kansas City. Both teams battled to a 2-2 draw Saturday night after failing to capture three points to open the season in their respective season openers last weekend. The two teams scored four … Continue reading Diego Rossi Delivers Late Equalizer as Columbus Crew Earn Point in Kansas City

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Columbus Crew Falter, Lose 3-2 in Rydström Debut Match

PORTLAND, OR – Under new management, the Columbus Crew faced off against the Portland Timbers to kick off their 2026 MLS campaign. Henrik Rydström and his staff led the Black & Gold to hopefully gain their first win at Providence Park in Club history. Phil Neville and the Green & Gold had other plans, shutting down the Crew by a 3-2 scoreline.  The Crew got things … Continue reading Columbus Crew Falter, Lose 3-2 in Rydström Debut Match

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Wessam Abou Ali Ready to Shine: Poised to Break Out in the 2026 MLS season

There is a different tone in Wessam Abou Ali’s voice this preseason — one rooted in belief rather than introduction. The striker enters 2026 refreshed, after suffering an ankle injury in the latter stages of the 2025 campaign keeping him out for the remainder of the season. In just six games last year, Abou Ali offered flashes: intelligent near-post movement, a willingness to press from … Continue reading Wessam Abou Ali Ready to Shine: Poised to Break Out in the 2026 MLS season

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2026 Massive Report Staff Predictions

The Columbus Crew are back in action this weekend as the Club travels to the Pacific Northwest to take on the Portland Timbers to open up the 2026 MLS season. As matchweek one approaches, we asked the staff to share their season predictions for who they think will win the Club’s Golden Boot, Defensive Player of the Year, MVP and where the team will finish … Continue reading 2026 Massive Report Staff Predictions

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