Columbus Crew survive late scare to advance to Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals
The Columbus Crew returned to the pitch at Lower.com Field for its second leg matchup with the Houston Dynamo in the Concacaf Champions Cup. With a 1-0 aggregate lead and the road goal advantage, the Black & Gold needed to take care of business to punch a ticket into the quarterfinals. Columbus nearly opened the scoring in the seventh minute when Cucho Hernandez sent a … Continue reading Columbus Crew survive late scare to advance to Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals
Predicted XI: Houston Dynamo (Leg Two)
What a ride it has been for the Columbus Crew the last couple of weeks. Three straight matches have seen goals scored deep into stoppage time to determine the outcome of the game. Mo Farsi scored the latest goal in an MLS regular season match with his game-winning goal in the 100th minute against Chicago to secure the victory for the Crew just three days … Continue reading Predicted XI: Houston Dynamo (Leg Two)
Massive Scouting: Houston Dynamo Take Two
With the latest game-winning goal in Major League Soccer history, Mohamed Farsi lifted the Columbus Crew to a 2-1 victory at the death on Saturday at home against the Chicago Fire. The victory helped the Crew gain three more valuable points in early season MLS play as they balance the start of the MLS campaign with their CONCACAF Champions Cup (CCC) run. The Crew has … Continue reading Massive Scouting: Houston Dynamo Take Two
Columbus Crew to celebrate Josh Williams before kickoff against New York
Ahead of the match against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday evening, the Columbus Crew will celebrate the 14-year career of Josh Williams. A two-time MLS Cup Champion with the Crew, the celebration will take place on the Chase Plaza where he will be honored for a pre-match ceremony and sign autographs from 5:30-6:30. “I’m truly thankful for so many things and more importantly … Continue reading Columbus Crew to celebrate Josh Williams before kickoff against New York
Crew tactical review: Canadian combo stuns the Fire
The Columbus Crew secured its second win of the young MLS season on Saturday night with a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Fire. Substitute Jacen Russell-Rowe opened the scoring for the Black & Gold before Chicago equalized just a few moments later. Fellow countryman and substitute Mo Farsi won all three points for the Crew deep into stoppage time with a rebound tap-in. It was … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Canadian combo stuns the Fire
GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire
It was a weird night at Lower(dot)Com field. However, the powers of the dark side of the force (yes, it was Star Wars night) were no match for the Crew’s Canadian contingent. Mo Farsi scores the game winner in the 100th minute to secure all three points at home against the Chicago Fire. Final score 2-1 Continue reading GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs Chicago Fire
Mo Farsi’s late game-winning goal extinguishes the Chicago Fire
Playing its third game in a week, the Columbus Crew returned home to battle the Chicago Fire. Columbus came into this match after playing a midweek contest against the Houston Dynamo in the first leg of their Round of 16 matchup in the Concacaf Champions Cup. On the other hand, the visitors were at the hands were downed by the defending Supporter’s Shield winners FC … Continue reading Mo Farsi’s late game-winning goal extinguishes the Chicago Fire
Massive Scouting Report: Chicago Fire
The Columbus Crew was the featured participant of The Late Show on Wednesday Night as Alexandru Matan’s stoppage time winner gave the Black & Gold a deserved advantage against the Houston Dynamo in their CONCACAF Champions Cup first leg tie. The focus now shifts back to Columbus and MLS play as the Crew face the Chicago Fire at Lower.com Field on Saturday night. Chicago has … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Chicago Fire
Predicted XI: Chicago Fire
The Columbus Crew returns to Lower.com Field Saturday evening to host the Chicago Fire. Columbus has scored a goal in each of their three matches this season (including the Concacaf Champions Cup) and has allowed just one goal. The defensive staunchness is a relief as the Crew leaked goals last season, but this is a match where fans should expect to see the Black & … Continue reading Predicted XI: Chicago Fire
Breaking down Crew’s system, key players
Top players in competitive sports are key for a team’s structure and system to work correctly and there are four players that decide if a soccer team can function. The goalkeeper, center back, center midfielder and forward build the spine of every soccer team. The Columbus Crew, the defending MLS Cup champions, are not any different. And by analyzing the tactical positioning of the team … Continue reading Breaking down Crew’s system, key players
Crew tactical review: Black & Gold win it at the death in Houston
The Columbus Crew hit the road for a midweek clash with the Houston Dynamo in the Round of 16 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Wednesday evening. The Black & Gold battled back and forth all game with the Dynamo before finally finding the breakthrough in stoppage time. Alexandru Matan came on as a second half sub to grab the goal and the win for … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Black & Gold win it at the death in Houston
Alex Matan scores late game-winner in 1-0 win over Houston Dynamo
The Columbus Crew made its first appearance in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup Wednesday night against the Houston Dynamo, who made it to the Round of 16 after defeating St. Louis CITY SC. Columbus heavily rotated its starting lineup from last weekend’s matchup on the road against Minnesota United, seeing Marino Hinestroza get his first appearance and start for the Crew, while the Club also … Continue reading Alex Matan scores late game-winner in 1-0 win over Houston Dynamo
How to watch: Crew vs Houston Dynamo
The Columbus Crew take on the Houston Dynamo in the first leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup in the Round of 16, making their first appearance in the tournament this year. The Crew earned a first-round bye into the Round of 16 by capturing the 2023 MLS Cup. Columbus last appeared in the Concacaf Champions Cup (formerly Concacaf Champions League) in 2021 after winning … Continue reading How to watch: Crew vs Houston Dynamo
Massive Scouting Report: Houston Dynamo
Photo credit: Houston Dynamo FC The Crew begins its 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup campaign on Wednesday as they take on a fellow MLS side in the Houston Dynamo. The Black & Gold received a first-round bye thanks to their 2023 MLS Cup triumph over LAFC in early December. Houston on the other hand, has already played and won a CCC matchup in 2024 over St. … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Houston Dynamo
Predicted XI: Houston Dynamo (Concacaf Champions Cup)
The Columbus Crew travels to Houston on Wednesday to begin its journey in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The Black & Gold begin play in the continental competition just four days removed from a 1-1 draw on the road at Minnesota United. Cross-country trips are never easy in MLS, much less two within a week! Expect Columbus to rotate a few starters in this contest, especially … Continue reading Predicted XI: Houston Dynamo (Concacaf Champions Cup)
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