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Columbus Crew squanders two-goal lead in 3-2 defeat to Minnesota United

The Columbus Crew suffered its fifth loss of the season Saturday night in a 3-2 home defeat to 5th-place Western Conference side Minnesota United. A strong, energetic start and an emphatic lead shaped the first 60 minutes of the contest. Taha Habroune put the home side ahead in the 31st minute, and Hugo Picard doubled their lead in the 56th. But within 15 minutes of … Continue reading Columbus Crew squanders two-goal lead in 3-2 defeat to Minnesota United

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Crew tactical review: Columbus disbands the Union to win a second straight home game

The Columbus Crew capped off a six-point week with a second home win, this time against the Philadelphia Union. After squeaking out a win on Wednesday against the LA Galaxy, the Black & Gold returned home for a second straight game to take on a squad with similar struggles to the Galaxy. It only took Max Arfsten five minutes to open the scoring, beating a … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus disbands the Union to win a second straight home game

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Columbus Crew downs Philadelphia Union in emphatic 2-0 home victory

The Columbus Crew earned a second-straight win Saturday night, defeating 15th-place Eastern Conference rivals Philadelphia Union by two goals and earning a clean sheet. Max Arfsten’s opening strike gave the Black & Gold a quick advantage, and an own goal from the visitors just before half-time provided a comfortable cushion. The result sees the Crew move into 8th place in the Eastern Conference on 12 … Continue reading Columbus Crew downs Philadelphia Union in emphatic 2-0 home victory

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Crew tactical review: Columbus flies through the Galaxy to capture first home win of the season

The Columbus Crew finally got back into the win column on Wednesday, taking down a floundering LA Galaxy squad 2-1 at home. For 85 minutes, it was Black & Gold domination in terms of possession and control of the game. Daniel Gazdag opened the scoring for the Crew in the first half off a feed from Hugo Picard, then Diego Rossi doubled the advantage in … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus flies through the Galaxy to capture first home win of the season

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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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Crew tactical review: Columbus continues lackluster form against New England

The Columbus Crew dropped yet another game on Saturday, this time against the New England Revolution away from home. The Black & Gold started out the game strong, controlling much of the first half and even taking the lead courtesy of Max Arfsten, but the wheels fell off in the second half. The minute Columbus exited the dressing room after the halftime break, New England … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus continues lackluster form against New England

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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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Crew tactical review: Columbus salvages a point at home against Orlando

The Columbus Crew continued their sputtering start to the season, drawing at home to Orlando City SC in a game that may have yielded a point, but felt like a loss. The visitors took the lead inside the first 20 minutes, an opening phase of the game where Columbus looked second-best. The Black & Gold struggled to generate any semblance of attacking chances, looking bland … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus salvages a point at home against Orlando

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Crew tactical review: Columbus captures first win of the season down in Atlanta

The Columbus Crew finally got into the win column on Saturday. The team traveled south to face Atlanta United. The first half was largely uneventful. However, an explosion of second-half goals allowed the Black & Gold to claim all three points. Wessam Abou Ali scored first, finishing an inch-perfect ball from Max Arfsten. The Palestinian striker headed into the far corner, then netted a brace … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus captures first win of the season down in Atlanta

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Columbus Crew concedes late again, loses grip in 2-1 defeat to Toronto FC

The Black & Gold looked to change the tide after a rough start to the season, in which late goal concessions and missed near chances have become all too familiar. But despite a commanding start against Toronto FC, the Crew fizzled out; an 83rd-minute winner got the better of a Crew side that now remains winless in five matches to open the MLS season. The … Continue reading Columbus Crew concedes late again, loses grip in 2-1 defeat to Toronto FC

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Crew tactical review: Nashville steals three points late into the Columbus night

The Columbus Crew continued its winless start to the 2026 season on Saturday, this time dropping a late winner to Nashville SC at home. Facing a heavily rotated away side, the Black & Gold looked promising going forward, even breaking through in the first half courtesy of Taha Habroune pouncing on a rebound. Unfortunately for the Crew faithful, the goal would be called back for … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Nashville steals three points late into the Columbus night

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