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Columbus Crew, Burnley FC fight to 1-1 draw in Club Friendly

The Columbus Crew and Burnley F.C. played to a 1-1 draw in an international club friendly, giving both sides an opportunity to evaluate their squads while providing supporters with an entertaining matchup between MLS and English opposition. Although the result carried no impact on the standings, the match featured a competitive tempo from the opening whistle. Columbus looked comfortable in possession for much of the contest, moving the ball … Continue reading Columbus Crew, Burnley FC fight to 1-1 draw in Club Friendly

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Columbus Crew officially acquire Andres Herrera from River Plate

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Crew announced Wednesday morning that the Club has officially acquired winger Andres Herrera from River Plate for an undisclosed transfer fee. The deal sees Herrera don the Black & Gold through the 2028-29 MLS season, with a Club option for the 2029-30 season. Herrera has made 43 appearances (29 starts) for the Crew while on loan from River Plate. He will … Continue reading Columbus Crew officially acquire Andres Herrera from River Plate

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Columbus Crew trade Yevhen Cheberko to LAFC

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Crew announced on Monday that defender Yevhen Cheberko has been traded to LAFC in exchange for a 2026 international roster spot. The move comes after the Crew announced the acquisition of Brooks Lennon. Cheberko joined the Black & Gold during the 2023 MLS season, helping the Crew to their third MLS Cup in franchise history. He featured in only six games … Continue reading Columbus Crew trade Yevhen Cheberko to LAFC

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Columbus Crew acquires Brooks Lennon

COLUMBUS – The Columbus Crew announced Monday that the Club has acquired winger Brooks Lennon from free agency for an undisclosed fee. The Arizona native most recently suited up for the Five Stripes of Atlanta United, before becoming a free agent at the end of the 2025 MLS season. Brooks is signed through June 2027, with Club options for the 2027-28 and 2028-29 seasons. Lennon … Continue reading Columbus Crew acquires Brooks Lennon

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Columbus Crew enter World Cup break with 2-0 win over Atlanta United

COLUMBUS – In their last match before the World Cup break, the Columbus Crew played their second and final match against the Five Stripes of Atlanta United in less-than-ideal conditions, which seem to be the norm when the visitors make the trek North. The difficult conditions proved no match for the Crew, as they controlled the first half with ease, showing their comfortability level go … Continue reading Columbus Crew enter World Cup break with 2-0 win over Atlanta United

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Crew tactical review: Courtois led Columbus walks into the US Open Cup Semifinals

The Columbus Crew returned to midweek action mere days after firing head coach Henrik Rydström after a string of poor performances. This time, the Black & Gold clashed with NYCFC with a position in the US Open Cup Semifinals on the line. Interim head coach Laurent Courtois inherited this Columbus squad in time for the Wednesday matchup and transformed them back into an image of … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Courtois led Columbus walks into the US Open Cup Semifinals

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Tim Bezbatchenko named President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group

On Friday morning, Haslam Sports Group announced that Tim Bezbatchenko has been named President of Global Soccer, and will oversee all sporting elements for the Columbus Crew, Columbus NWSL 2028 and any future investments in domestic and global soccer. Bezbatchenko is set to join following the conclusion of his contract as President of Black Knight Football Club. The former President and General Manager of the … Continue reading Tim Bezbatchenko named President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group

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