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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
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
GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs New York City FC (Open Cup Quarter Final)
How Henrick Rydström lost the locker room, his job in less than six months with the Crew
Why the Black & Gold moved on from their manager after five and a half months. Continue reading How Henrick Rydström lost the locker room, his job in less than six months with the Crew
Columbus Crew part ways with Henrik Rydström
COLUMBUS – The Columbus Crew announced Sunday evening that the Club had parted ways with head coach Henrik Rydström, just four months into his tenure. Assistant coach Laurent Courtois has been named interim head coach. “We unfortunately have not capitalized on opportunities or produced the results that our Club and supporters deserve. We are confident that we have the talent on our roster to consistently … Continue reading Columbus Crew part ways with Henrik Rydström
Crew Battle to Gritty Road Draw, Split Points with Union in Philadelphia
The Columbus Crew extended their winless streak to four matches after settling for an intense draw against the Philadelphia Union, in a match defined by two drastically different halves and late drama. Columbus controlled proceedings from the initial whistle, delivering one of their most complete first-half performances in recent weeks. The Crew dictated possession, pressed aggressively in transition, and consistently forced Philadelphia into uncomfortable defensive … Continue reading Crew Battle to Gritty Road Draw, Split Points with Union in Philadelphia
Crew drop third straight as Hall hat-trick sinks Columbus in 3-2 defeat
HARRISON – The Columbus Crew dropped their third straight match Wednesday night, falling 3-2 to the New York Red Bulls in a game that felt largely lifeless until brief flashes of attacking promise from the visitors. Despite goals from Diego Rossi and Max Arfsten, Columbus once again found themselves undone by a defensive lapse — and by an opposing player enjoying a career night. That … Continue reading Crew drop third straight as Hall hat-trick sinks Columbus in 3-2 defeat
Columbus Crew cries “Wolf” in resounding 3-0 defeat to NYCFC
The Columbus Crew conceded three goals for the second straight match and fell to back-to-back defeats Saturday night as NYCFC forward Hannes Wolf scored a hat trick in a 3-0 away loss for the Black & Gold. It marks head coach Henrik Rydström’s side’s sixth league defeat across 12 matches, and third league match in which the team has failed to score, as the Black … Continue reading Columbus Crew cries “Wolf” in resounding 3-0 defeat to NYCFC
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
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
GALLERY: Columbus Crew vs. Philadelphia Union
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
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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