Columbus Crew announce roster decisions, prepare for offseason
The 2024 Columbus Crew season might have reached its conclusion but the door has opened on a busy offseason for the Black & Gold. Wednesday morning the club revealed its end-of-year roster decisions. The Crew exercised the options for goalkeepers Nicholas Hagen, Abraham Romero, and Patrick Schulte; midfielder AZ Jackson; and forwards Christian Ramirez and Jacen Russell-Rowe. Defenders Malte Amundsen, Rudy Camacho, Yevhen Cheberko, Mohamed … Continue reading Columbus Crew announce roster decisions, prepare for offseason
Wilfried Nancy named 2024 Sigi Schmid Coach of The Year
The Columbus Crew and Major League Soccer (MLS) announced today that Head Coach Wilfried Nancy was named the 2024 Sigi Schmid Coach of The Year. Nancy helped lead the Crew to their first ever Concacaf Champions Cup Final, claimed the Leagues Cup trophy over LAFC, gained the Club-record for points (66), Club-record goals scored (72), Club-record wins (19) and the League-best point differential (+32). In … Continue reading Wilfried Nancy named 2024 Sigi Schmid Coach of The Year
Steven Moreira named MLS Defender of the Year
Columbus Crew defender Steven Moreira has been named Major League Soccer Defender of the Year as announced by the league Wednesday morning. The Noisy-le-grand, France, native is the third Black & Gold defender in club history and fourth overall honoree joining Robin Fraser (2004) and Chad Marshall (2008 and 2009). “It means a lot to be selected as the MLS Defender of the Year,” said … Continue reading Steven Moreira named MLS Defender of the Year
Crew tactical review: Columbus’ season ends prematurely in New Jersey
The Columbus Crew had their season come to a premature end on Sunday, falling in penalty kicks to the New York Red Bulls. After losing the opening game in Columbus, the Black & Gold travelled to New Jersey to try and even the best-of-three series. Substitute Max Arfsten opened the scoring for the crew, but RBNY was able to equalize when a defensive lapse led … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus’ season ends prematurely in New Jersey
Columbus Crew eliminated in penalty kicks by New York
The Columbus Crew couldn’t force a third game in their first-round playoff series against the New York Red Bulls. After an intense match at Red Bull Arena, the Black & Gold fell short in a penalty shootout. The game ended 2-2 in regulation, with midfielder Max Arfsten scoring early in the second half and forward Christian Ramirez adding a last-minute equalizer. Columbus Crew came onto … Continue reading Columbus Crew eliminated in penalty kicks by New York
Predicted XI: New York Red Bulls
It is do-or-die time now for the Columbus Crew, who are looking to turn a great season into a legendary season, but they cannot slip up again as they travel to Red Bull Arena to face the New York Red Bulls for the third match in a row and the second in their playoff series. Columbus was dealing with a number of injuries last match, but … Continue reading Predicted XI: New York Red Bulls
Massive Scouting Report: New York Red Bulls
It’s do or die for the Columbus Crew from here on out in 2024. Thanks to a disappointing home loss in the playoff opener last Tuesday, the Crew must get the better of the New York Red Bulls on Sunday in order to keep their season alive. The Crew’s 1-0 has put them squarely behind the eight ball as they travel to New York. The … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: New York Red Bulls
Tactical review: Columbus is stunned at home by RBNY to open up the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs
The Columbus Crew started off their 2024 playoff campaign in disappointing fashion, losing their first game at home to New York Red Bulls. After beating RBNY a few weeks ago, the visitors came out with a new game plan to combat the defending champions. This new plan worked well, allowing New York to grab a goal off a corner midway through the first half. RBNY … Continue reading Tactical review: Columbus is stunned at home by RBNY to open up the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs
Columbus Crew on the brink of elimination after falling 1-0 to New York Red Bulls
The MLS Cup Playoffs kicked off for the Columbus Crew as they looked to defend their title, starting with a three-game series against the New York Red Bulls. After defeating the MLS original on Decision Day by a 3-2 scoreline, it was onto the best-of-three series for Wilfried Nancy’s side. Missing Diego Rossi, Taha Habroune, and Malte Amundsen, the Crew was prepared as they welcomed … Continue reading Columbus Crew on the brink of elimination after falling 1-0 to New York Red Bulls
GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs New York Red Bulls (Playoffs 1st Round)
Massive Scouting Report: New York Red Bulls
The 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs begin on Tuesday for the Columbus Crew. The defending champs and number two seed in the Eastern Conference (and indeed the whole league) are facing New York Red Bulls in a best-of-three series in the first round of the competition. The Crew beat the Red Bulls both times they faced off in the regular season, including a 3-2 victory at … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: New York Red Bulls
Predicted XI: New York Red Bulls
The Columbus Crew host the New York Red Bulls for their first round matchup of the 2024 MLS Cup playoffs. The Crew defeated the Red Bulls 3-2 on a stoppage time winner from defender Malte Amundsen just over a week ago. Playmaker Emil Forsberg scored a brace against the Black & Gold, a reminder that Columbus cannot look past this team now that they are … Continue reading Predicted XI: New York Red Bulls
Crew tactical review: Columbus closes out the regular season with another win
The Columbus Crew rounded out their regular season with a road win over New York Red Bulls. This win not only cemented their spot as the second seed in the Eastern Conference, but it also set Columbus up with a best-of-three matchup against this same Red Bulls side. Wilfried Nancy threw out a half-rotated lineup for this game, but there were still major home field … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus closes out the regular season with another win
Columbus Crew tame Red Bulls with last second stunner
The Columbus Crew won 3-2 against the New York Red Bulls in Saturday’s road match at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey. Match Notes Continue reading Columbus Crew tame Red Bulls with last second stunner
Massive Scouting Report: New York Red Bulls
The Columbus Crew’s 2024 MLS Regular Season comes to an end in Harrison, NJ on Saturday as the Crew take on the New York Red Bulls. This Decision Day matchup features two sides who have already confirmed their playoff participation. However, it could be a preview of what’s to come in the Eastern Conference playoffs as the two sides would be slated to play each … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: New York Red Bulls
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