After succoming the first goal against a 10-man New York City FC last Friday, the Columbus pulled out a 3-2 win heading into their midweek matchup against Inter Miami CF. Miami, who were also victors after pulling out a 2-1 win against the Philadelphia Union while down to nine players, were missing key pieces such as Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez as they welcomed the … Continue reading Inter Miami snap Crew’s road win streak with 2-1 win
The Columbus Crew look to keep an impressive road-winning streak alive as they travel to Fort Lauderdale to take on a shorthanded Inter Miami CF. Miami is down Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez due to international duty in the Copa America tournament, the club is down David Ruiz and Tomás Avilés, each received red cards in their previous match against Philadelphia. Inter is also weathering … Continue reading Predicted XI: Inter Miami CF
The Columbus Crew hit a home run on the road Saturday against NYCFC. Coming from behind on the road in MLS is no easy feat, even when up a man. In addition to the positive result, the Crew’s performance was deserving of all three points as they were the better side for the vast majority of the match. The Crew will now quickly turn its … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Inter Miami
Columbus Crew General Manager Issa Tall has hit the ground running since taking over his new role just over two weeks ago, negotiating deals that have seen some new faces arrive in the capital city and some depart. Most notably Tall is helping orchestrate a transfer that reportedly sees Black & Gold homegrown Aidan Morris depart Columbus and head to Middlesborough of the English Championship. … Continue reading Columbus Crew acquire Aziel Jackson from St. Louis CITY via trade
The Columbus Crew returned to winning ways on Friday night, taking down a red-hot NYCFC team who had won their past five games. Despite going down a man, NYCFC found the first goal near the end of the first half. Columbus would not stay down long though, storming back with three straight goals to grab a comfortable lead. New York City would add another goal … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus strikes out NYCFC in Yankee Stadium
After a week off of MLS play, the Columbus Crew were back in action on the road yet again to take on New York City FC, a red hot team that finds themselves in the top half of the Eastern Conference. With Columbus leading the series 9-8-6 (W-L-T), it’s worth noting that Yankee Stadium has not been kind to the Black & Gold, as the … Continue reading Crew extend road win streak with 3-2 win over New York City FC
The international break no doubt seemed to last forever for Columbus Crew fans. After a bleak 3-0 in the CONCACAF Champions Cup Final against Pachuca, the Crew have had a 12-day break. During that break, the Black & Gold lost general manager Tim Bezbatchenko, hired new GM Issa Tall, removed Crew 2 GM Corey Wray, signed Dylan Chambost and are close to selling midfielder Aidan … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: New York City FC
The Columbus Crew are back in MLS action against New York City FC after a lengthy layoff. A disappointing performance and circumstances while competing for the CONCACAF Champions Cup final led to a poor result, but Friday’s contest against the Pidgeons offers the chance to rebound. A lot has happened since Columbus last played in a contest, including General Manager and President Tim Bezbatchenko leaving … Continue reading Predicted XI: NYCFC
The Columbus Crew are back in league action against New York City FC away from home. Columbus currently hold the series lead 9-8-6 (W-L-T). To help us preview the matchup, Massive Report caught up with Matthew Mangam from Hudson River Blue to give us the inside scoop on the Pigeons. Massive Report: 15 points out of their last five matches for NYCFC, what has been … Continue reading Crossing the Touchline: Crew vs NYCFC
The Columbus Crew midfield just got stronger as the Club announced the signing of Dylan Chambost from AS Saint-Etienne Tuesday morning. Sources confirmed to Massive Report on Monday that the move was happening. Chambost will occupy an International Roster Slot, pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate and P-1 Visa. He will be available for selection when the MLS secondary transfer window opens July 18. … Continue reading Columbus Crew sign Dylan Chambost from AS Saint-Etienne
Though the 3-0 loss to CF Pachuca in the Concacaf Champions Cup wasn’t ideal, the Columbus Crew have a lot to be proud of within the last seven months. At this point, we have now reached midway through the 2024 MLS campaign. We have asked the Massive Report staff to grade the Club on how they felt they did through the first 17 games. Caleb … Continue reading Midseason Grades: Columbus Crew
The Columbus Crew is poised for a transformative period as the club prepares to undergo a series of significant front office changes. While the Black & Gold is keen on adding to its recent success and aiming for future triumphs, it’s starting by reshuffling at the top. Moves like this are poised to enhance both on-field performances and off-field operations. For the Crew, it’s starting … Continue reading Issa Tall headlines numerous front office changes for Columbus Crew
The Columbus Crew’s CONCACAF Champions Cup run came to a disappointing end on Saturday night, falling to Pachuca 3-0. Columbus seemed lethargic from the jump, possibly due to suspected food poisoning and altitude, and would not recover enough to put up a fight. Pachuca cranked out three goals, exposing the Black & Gold’s backline time and again to cruise to another CONCACAF title. The Crew … Continue reading Crew tactical review: Columbus goes down hard against Pachuca
The Columbus Crew’s desire of becoming a first time ever Concacaf Champions Cup winner came to an end at Estadio Hidalgo as Pachuca become Concacaf champions for sixth time in their history with a 3-0 victory over the Black & Gold on Saturday evening. Columbus seemed to start strong when striker Diego Rossi’s shot from outside the box was saved by Pachuca’s goalkeeper Carlos Moreno … Continue reading Columbus Crew downed by Pachuca in Concacaf Champions Cup Final
The eyes of the continent will be on the Columbus Crew as they travel to Pachuca for the CONCACAF Champions Cup final. Pachuca is around 8000 feet above sea level and is a higher altitude than an MLS stadium, it will be a challenge for the Crew but it is one they have been preparing for with altitude training. A win in this match will … Continue reading Predicted XI: Pachuca
