Cucho Hernandez named July MLS Player of the Month

Major League Soccer (MLS) announced on Friday that Columbus Crew forward Cucho Hernandez has been named the July Player of the Month. The Colombian forward led all of MLS with seven goal contributions during the month (3G, 4A) while his assists were tied for the second most in MLS. Hernandez claimed either a game-winning-goal or assist in the three Crew wins. Claiming the 2023 MLS … Continue reading Cucho Hernandez named July MLS Player of the Month

Tactical Review: The MLS All-Stars fall to Liga MX in a Columbus showdown

The stars of MLS and Liga MX descended on Columbus this week, set to clash in the MLS All-Star game at Lower.com Field. The Columbus Crew had five its players selected, along with head coach Wilfried Nancy leading the way for MLS’ best. The game had fireworks out of the gate, with Liga MX opening the scoring just 16 minutes into the match. Columbus’ own … Continue reading Tactical Review: The MLS All-Stars fall to Liga MX in a Columbus showdown

Crew tactical review: Set pieces exploit Columbus in Atlanta

The Columbus Crew’s six game unbeaten streak came to an end on Saturday, falling to Atlanta United 2-1. It was a tale of two halves for Columbus, starting strong in the first 45 but faltering in the second half. The Black & Gold grabbed a lead courtesy of a Diego Rossi tap-in 36 minutes into the game, but that lead would not last the full … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Set pieces exploit Columbus in Atlanta

Columbus Crew lose 2-1 to Atlanta United

The Columbus Crew head into the Leagues Cup break after facing off against Atlanta United. On the back of a disappointing 1-1 draw with Charlotte FC at home, the Crew looked to regain momentum and keep their name in the Supporters Shield race. Atlanta were looking for revenge, as the Five Stripes dropped the previous matchup with Columbus to start the 2024 MLS season with … Continue reading Columbus Crew lose 2-1 to Atlanta United

Predicted XI: Atlanta United

The Columbus Crew travel to take on Atlanta United for their last match before a layoff for the All-Star Game and Leagues Cup. Anything other than a win in this match will feel like a letdown, especially after experiencing midweek disappointment against Charlotte. Due to the Crew having a first-round bye in the Leagues Cup, their next competitive match is August 9th versus an opponent … Continue reading Predicted XI: Atlanta United

Massive Scouting Report: Atlanta United

The Columbus Crew head to Atlanta, Georgia for its final match before the All-Star and Leagues Cup break to face a struggling Atlanta United who are winless in their last five matches. The Five Stripes poor start to the 2024 campaign was bad enough to see Gonzalo Pineda excused from his head coaching duties back in June. Now, Atlanta looks to try and stabilize itself … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Atlanta United

Crew tactical review: Columbus dominates LAFC and ties Charlotte

The Columbus Crew picked up four points this week, slaughtering LAFC away from home before drawing against Charlotte FC in a midweek matchup at home. Columbus traveled to the West Coast ahead of an MLS Cup rematch against LAFC, in a game many thought would be highly competitive. It was for about the first half hour, and then the Black & Gold opened the floodgates … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus dominates LAFC and ties Charlotte

Crew concede late, draw 1-1 with Charlotte FC

With their 5-1 win over LAFC in the 2023 MLS Cup remactch in the books, the Columbus Crew faced off against Charlotte FC at home. The previous matchup between both teams was one to forgive and forget, as the Crew fell to Charlotte 2-0, amidst a handful of controversy at the beginning of the season. This time around, things would be different as the Black … Continue reading Crew concede late, draw 1-1 with Charlotte FC

Predicted XI: Charlotte FC

The Columbus Crew return home after a massive 5-1 victory over Los Angeles Football Club. The Crew host Charlotte FC as the Black & Gold look to avenge an early season loss where two players needed injury substitutions early in the first half, adding to the frustration, Major League Soccer was still in the midst of a referee lockout. Questionable officiating, a Cucho outburst, and … Continue reading Predicted XI: Charlotte FC

Massive Scouting Report: Charlotte FC

The Columbus Crew sent a message to the rest of the league on Saturday night with their 5-1 victory over Los Angeles Football Club. The Crew were led by Christian Ramirez, who tallied a brace, and goals from Cucho, Diego Rossi, and Alex Matan. The Crew’s dominance was on display from the opening whistle and affirmed the belief that the Crew and their fans have … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Charlotte FC

Ramirez brace lifts Crew past LAFC 5-1

Cover image courtesy of Columbus Crew The Columbus Crew faced off against LAFC in an MLS Cup rematch that saw the 2023 MLS Cup champions now play on the turf of their Los Angeles counterparts for the first time in the series between the two Clubs. Columbus, who have outscored their opponents 15-1 in the last five games, wanted to continue their red hot form … Continue reading Ramirez brace lifts Crew past LAFC 5-1

Columbus Crew set for high-stakes clash against Kei Kamara, LAFC

The Columbus Crew are starting to close in on the MLS All-Star break and life without Patrick Schulte as he heads off for the 2024 Paris Olympics. But they have to get through a tough test that is LAFC, in what will be a must-watch matchup as the two teams meet in LA for the first time. This matchup also serves as an MLS Cup … Continue reading Columbus Crew set for high-stakes clash against Kei Kamara, LAFC