Columbus and Cincinnati split the points in a 0-0 draw
In an even match inside TQL Stadium in Cincinnati with a 25,513 sold-out crowd looking on, the Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati drew to a 0-0 result on Saturday evening. It was a competitive game in the midfield and no team could earn the decisive goal to deliver the victory. Even though the visitors had registered more shots during the game (9) than the hosts … Continue reading Columbus and Cincinnati split the points in a 0-0 draw
Predicted XI: Hell is Real (Part Two)
The Columbus Crew travel to Cincinnati to take on their southern rivals in the Hell is Real derby. In this match Columbus will have their typical starting goalkeeper and a goalkeeper as backup, unlike last week when they were left shorthanded by call up rules, injuries, and international call-ups. A red card to fourth choice keeper Abraham Romero left swiss army knife Sean Zawadzki in … Continue reading Predicted XI: Hell is Real (Part Two)
Massive Scouting Scouting Report: Hell is Real in the Queen City
The Columbus Crew is ready to crank up the heat Saturday as they prepare for the second chapter in the 2024 Hell is Real story. Just a week removed from one of the weirdest games in Crew history and their most lopsided defeat in recent memory, the Black & Gold are looking to return to winning ways as soon as possible. Columbus faces their bitter … Continue reading Massive Scouting Scouting Report: Hell is Real in the Queen City
Columbus Crew playoff clinching scenarios
The 2023 MLS Cup champions did not clinch a playoff berth last weekend, but have a chance to this upcoming weekend as they travel down to take on FC Cincinnati in the away leg of the Hell Is Real Derby. Things are a little more complex however, as the Columbus Crew have 17 different ways to clinch a playoff berth as opposed two four like … Continue reading Columbus Crew playoff clinching scenarios
Crew tactical review: Goalkeeper-less Columbus gets blitzed by the league, and Seattle
The Columbus Crew returned to MLS action after a week of rest to take on the Seattle Sounders at home on Saturday. Columbus featured a highly rotated lineup due to a significant number of players being called up to international duty. One surprising aspect of the team sheet was the inclusion of only one goalkeeper after MLS denied the Black & Gold’s exemption request to … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Goalkeeper-less Columbus gets blitzed by the league, and Seattle
GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs. Seattle
It was a weird night in Columbus. We tried to capture some sights. Continue reading GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs. Seattle
Wilfred Nancy shares his feelings postgame following 4-0 loss to Seattle
Tyler Fisher & Ralph Schudel The Columbus Crew fell to the Seattle Sounders by the score of 4-0 last night. While that score looks impressive from the visitor’s perspective, Crew supporters will point out a questionable referee’s decision in added time of the first half. Seattle played a ball long to forward Jordan Morris who gave chase. New Crew goalkeeper Abraham Romero came out to … Continue reading Wilfred Nancy shares his feelings postgame following 4-0 loss to Seattle
Crew fall to Seattle as Zawadzki is forced into goalkeeping duties
The Columbus Crew hosted the Seattle Sounders in a forgettable 4-0 defeat on Saturday evening. A good portion of the the first half was evenly matched and things looked to go either way. However, a controversial red card to goalkeeper Abraham Romero in the 38th minute dismantled everything for the Black & Gold. Columbus Crew began with quality one-touch connections in the fifth minute when … Continue reading Crew fall to Seattle as Zawadzki is forced into goalkeeping duties
Massive Scouting Report: Seattle Sounders
After winning Leagues Cup on August 25th, the Columbus Crew quickly added two league wins to its tally by beating Philadelphia on the road and New York City at home. Now, the Crew get ready to host Western Conference foes in the Seattle Sounders on Saturday. The Crew are going to be without a plethora of players due to international duty. Regardless, the Black & … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Seattle Sounders
Predicted XI: Seattle Sounders
The Columbus Crew host the Seattle Sounders Saturday evening, which gives the Black & Gold a rare match over the international break. This match was rescheduled in the international window due to Columbus’ appearance in the Concacaf Champions Cup final. This international break is brutal for the Crew who are missing six players, goalkeepers Patrick Schulte and Nicholas Hagen will not be available for selection. … Continue reading Predicted XI: Seattle Sounders
Crew tactical review: Columbus finds a way to win yet again vs. NYCFC
The Columbus Crew extended its winning streak on Saturday, coming from behind against NYCFC to claim all three points and winning by a 4-2 scoreline. It was another rocky start in Columbus, with the Black & Gold going down a goal within four minutes. The Crew responded 13 minutes later through Diego Rossi and doubled their lead in the second half thanks to a goal … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus finds a way to win yet again vs. NYCFC
GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs NYCFC
Cardiac Crew collects a 4-2 victory against NYCFC
The Columbus Crew overcame a slow start to earn an emphatic 4-2 victory over New York City FC on Saturday evening inside the friendly confines of Lower.com Field. With this breathtaking win, the Crew remain in third place with 49 points, just two behind rival FC Cincinnati and 10 points away from Inter Miami. The Black & Gold still have two games in hand over … Continue reading Cardiac Crew collects a 4-2 victory against NYCFC
Predicted XI: NYCFC
The Columbus Crew showed their determination to win everything they can by rotating nine players from their Leagues Cup winning squad as they make the final stretch into the MLS Playoffs. With most of its starters rested, Columbus should be fresh to host New York City FC over the weekend. NYCFC nearly downed the eventual Leagues Cup champions as the Crew won in a penalty … Continue reading Predicted XI: NYCFC
Crew tactical review: Rotated Black & Gold grab a win in Philly
The Columbus Crew resumed their winning ways on Wednesday evening, besting the Philadelphia Union on Columbus’ return to MLS play. The Black & Gold featured a heavily rotated squad, with nine changes from the starting XI from the Leagues Cup Final. The Crew backup brigade kept it scoreless deep into the second half, when Wilfried Nancy decided to dip into his star power off the … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Rotated Black & Gold grab a win in Philly
