Massive Scouting Report: LAFC

The Columbus Crew are in its third final in nine months thanks to a 3-1 dismantling of the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday evening. The Crew earned a spot in the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup with the victory. More importantly, the Crew earned the right to play in and host the 2024 Leagues Cup Final. In the final, they’ll meet familiar foes in Los Angeles Football … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: LAFC

‘We’ll stay in our lane’ says Crew forward Christian Ramirez ahead of Leagues Cup Final

When LAFC defeated the Colorado Rapids 4-0 to advance to the Leagues Cup Final, midfielder Ilie Sanchez told the press to “write that Columbus [Crew] are the favorites.” If hindsight is 20-20, most would say that the Crew are the favorites. With an attacking trio of Diego Rossi, Cucho Hernandez and Christian Ramirez it’s merely impossible to stop what’s coming at you. Just ask Sporting … Continue reading ‘We’ll stay in our lane’ says Crew forward Christian Ramirez ahead of Leagues Cup Final

Crew tactical review: Columbus clinches another final berth with a win over Philadelphia

The Columbus Crew advanced to the Leagues Cup final with a 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Union. The game started off strong for Columbus, controlling the match from the opening kick instead of conceding seconds after the first whistle blew. Diego Rossi continued his hot run of form, scoring only 12 minutes in on a rebound that bounced off Philadelphia goalkeeper Andre Blake. The Union … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus clinches another final berth with a win over Philadelphia

Columbus Crew book spot in Leagues Cup Final with victory over Philadelphia

The Columbus Crew have booked their spot in the Leagues Cup final after defeating the Philadelphia Union 3-1 in the semifinal Wednesday night. With the win, the Crew plays for its second trophy in nine months, and have clinched a spot in the Concacaf Champions Cup, where they were bounced in the final of this year’s tournament. It didn’t take too long for the Crew … Continue reading Columbus Crew book spot in Leagues Cup Final with victory over Philadelphia

Predicted XI: Philadelphia Union – Leagues Cup

The Columbus Crew only just passed the New York City FC and are rewarded with a Leagues Cup Semifinal appearance against the Philadelphia Union. The Crew will host either the final or third place game which looks to be contested Sunday. After a first round bye the Crew will play five straight home games in Leagues Cup. Philadelphia will be without the Leagues Cup top … Continue reading Predicted XI: Philadelphia Union – Leagues Cup

Massive Scouting Report: Philadelphia Union

The Columbus Crew squeaked into the Leagues Cup Semifinal thanks to a penalty shootout win over NYCFC on Saturday. NYCFC took the lead 12 seconds, yes you read that right, 12 seconds into the match. Cucho pulled the Crew level just before halftime before the Black & Gold eventually prevailed in penalty kicks. Columbus now find themselves in a semifinal against a Philadelphia Union side … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Philadelphia Union

Crew tactical review: Columbus’ comeback Crew advance again, this time over NYCFC

The Columbus Crew advanced into the Leagues Cup semifinals following another come-from-behind victory, this time against NYCFC. The visitors went up only seconds into the game, following a bad giveaway by Rudy Camacho that left a New York attacker one-on-one with Patrick Schulte. From there, it was an uphill battle for the rest of the match. Columbus would eventually find the equalizer courtesy of Cucho … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus’ comeback Crew advance again, this time over NYCFC

Columbus Crew defeat New York City FC in penalty kicks, booking spot in Leagues Cup semifinal

The Columbus Crew prompted an impeccable comeback in the Round of 16 in Leagues Cup this past Tuesday, escaping Inter Miami by a 3-2 scoreline to book their spot in the quarterfinals against New York City FC. The visitors found themselves against the reigning MLS Cup champions after taking down Tigres UANL that same night. After meeting earlier in the year in MLS play with … Continue reading Columbus Crew defeat New York City FC in penalty kicks, booking spot in Leagues Cup semifinal

Predicted XI: NYCFC – Leagues Cup

The Columbus Crew have reached the quarterfinals of the Leagues Cup and will host New York City FC on Saturday night. Both teams have faced tough opposition, Inter Miami for the Crew and Tigres for NYCFC, and look to advance past the toughest quadrant of the Leagues Cup. Columbus holds hosting rights for every match they play in for the tournament as a result of … Continue reading Predicted XI: NYCFC – Leagues Cup

Massive Scouting Report: NYCFC

After arguably the most exciting game of Leagues Cup thus far, the Columbus Crew have advanced to the competition’s quarterfinals for the first time ever. Tuesday saw the Crew take down the defending champions Inter Miami. Even more impressively, the Crew overcame a two-goal deficit in the second half in order to advance. Now in the quarterfinals, the Crew have another continental trophy in their … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: NYCFC

Crew tactical review: Columbus’ comeback sends Miami packing

The Columbus Crew advanced to the quarterfinals of Leagues Cup on Tuesday with a dramatic comeback victory over Inter Miami. Still without Lionel Messi due to injury, Miami came into this game with the other Barcelona boys ready to pick up the slack. Miami did just that, taking control of the game for the first hour of the match and building a 2-0 lead. Then … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus’ comeback sends Miami packing

Columbus Crew complete comeback, down Inter Miami 3-2

Looking to avenge its regular season loss in South Florida on June 19th, the Columbus Crew welcomed Inter Miami to Lower.com Field Tuesday evening for a Leagues Cup clash in the Round of 16. The Black & Gold punched its ticket to the Tuesday evening contest following a 4-0 thrashing of Sporting Kansas City on Friday evening. Meanwhile, Miami defeated Toronto FC 4-3 to earn … Continue reading Columbus Crew complete comeback, down Inter Miami 3-2