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Crew tactical review: Columbus field trip to DC and leaves with a point

Photo by: Gary Wiggins/ISNSoccer.com The Columbus Crew returned to MLS league play on Saturday, heading into the nation’s capital to take on DC United. After a trip to the White House to celebrate their 2023 MLS Cup title, Columbus came out with a very strong lineup only two changes different from their XI that went against Club America. DC would strike first, with Christian Benteke … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus field trip to DC and leaves with a point

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Crew tactical review: Columbus falls in a controversial Campeones Cup shootout

The Columbus Crew made a return to international action on Wednesday, facing Mexican giants Club America in the Campeones Cup. It was a rough first half for Columbus, with America enjoying the bulk of posession and seemingly imposing their will. Near the end of the first half though, the Black & Gold began to grow into the game. After the halftime intermission, the Crew were … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus falls in a controversial Campeones Cup shootout

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Campeones Cup: Crew fall in penalties to Club America

On a fantastic midweek evening, the Columbus Crew hosted Liga MX side Club America in the 2024 Campeones Cup. Fireworks set off near the Southeast entrance to Lower.com Field, and a cool breeze drifted through the Downtown Columbus air as the Black & Gold looked to lift their third trophy in nine months on home soil. Club America made their presence known in a stadium … Continue reading Campeones Cup: Crew fall in penalties to Club America

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Crew tactical review: Columbus slays the Lions in a seven-goal thriller

The Columbus Crew showed no signs of slowing down despite a congested schedule, besting Orlando City SC 4-3 on Saturday evening. Columbus struck first, with Diego Rossi finding the back of the net with a little help from a deflection. From there, the Black & Gold slammed home two goals in the second half to extend their lead. Both Christian Ramirez and super-sub Cucho Hernandez … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus slays the Lions in a seven-goal thriller

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Columbus Crew survive scare against Orlando to earn season sweep

Columbus Crew earned a hard fought 4-3 victory over Orlando City SC on Saturday evening. The Black & Gold received scoring contributions from forwarda Diego Rossi, Christian Ramirez, Cucho Hernandez, and midfielder AZ Jackson. Columbus enjoyed a three-goal lead over the visitors in the waning moments, but the last 20 minutes became a nightmare with two consecutive goals from the visitors as they looked to … Continue reading Columbus Crew survive scare against Orlando to earn season sweep

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Crew tactical review: Columbus claims another Trillium Cup with a win over Toronto

The Columbus Crew returned to winning ways in a midweek matchup with rival Toronto FC. Columbus made the trek up to Canada after a scoreless draw with FC Cincinnati on Saturday. Because of this, the Black & Gold featured a slightly rotated lineup, with another matchup with Orlando City SC coming on the weekend. The Crew struggled a bit in the first half, failing to … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus claims another Trillium Cup with a win over Toronto

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Hernandez, Herrera down Toronto FC in 2-0 Win

A scoreless draw against in-state rivals FC Cincinnati came with a positive, as the Columbus Crew clinched a playoff spot to defend their 2023 MLS Cup before taking their talents North of the border to take on Toronto FC. Head coach Wilfried Nancy heavily rotated the squad, seeing Cucho Hernandez, Christian Ramirez and Darlington Nagbe start Wednesday’s contest on the bench. It didn’t take long … Continue reading Hernandez, Herrera down Toronto FC in 2-0 Win

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Crew tactical review: Hell is scoreless

The Columbus Crew traveled down Interstate 71 on Saturday, looking to rebound against bitter rivals FC Cincinnati. It was a tightly contested matchup, with both teams generating some looks on goal and controlling portions of the match. Despite the combination of these two highly talented teams, the game ended in a 0-0 draw. Despite the shared points, the Black & Gold clinched a playoff spot … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Hell is scoreless

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Columbus and Cincinnati split the points in a 0-0 draw

In an even match inside TQL Stadium in Cincinnati with a 25,513 sold-out crowd looking on, the Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati drew to a 0-0 result on Saturday evening. It was a competitive game in the midfield and no team could earn the decisive goal to deliver the victory. Even though the visitors had registered more shots during the game (9) than the hosts … Continue reading Columbus and Cincinnati split the points in a 0-0 draw

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Predicted XI: Hell is Real (Part Two)

The Columbus Crew travel to Cincinnati to take on their southern rivals in the Hell is Real derby. In this match Columbus will have their typical starting goalkeeper and a goalkeeper as backup, unlike last week when they were left shorthanded by call up rules, injuries, and international call-ups. A red card to fourth choice keeper Abraham Romero left swiss army knife Sean Zawadzki in … Continue reading Predicted XI: Hell is Real (Part Two)

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Massive Scouting Scouting Report: Hell is Real in the Queen City

The Columbus Crew is ready to crank up the heat Saturday as they prepare for the second chapter in the 2024 Hell is Real story. Just a week removed from one of the weirdest games in Crew history and their most lopsided defeat in recent memory, the Black & Gold are looking to return to winning ways as soon as possible. Columbus faces their bitter … Continue reading Massive Scouting Scouting Report: Hell is Real in the Queen City

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