Anatomy of a Goal: Cucho Hernandez strikes again

Welcome to the Anatomy of a Goal, where each week we dissect one goal (or near goal) from a previous Columbus Crew match. For the second match of the 2024 MLS season, we take a look at Cucho Hernandez’s 59th-minute goal in Minnesota that gave the Crew a 1-0 lead as part of their 1-1 draw on the road. Here is a look at Hernandez’s fantastic … Continue reading Anatomy of a Goal: Cucho Hernandez strikes again

Columbus Crew signs Cole Mrowka to first-team contract

The Columbus Crew announced on Tuesday afternoon that the Club has signed Columbus Crew 2 and academy player Cole Mrowka to a first-team contract. Mrowka is the 22nd homegrown player in Club history, with his contract running through 2026 with Club options for 2027 and 2028. Mrowka began his journey with the Crew in July 2022, beginning with the Crew academy. Mrowka started all games … Continue reading Columbus Crew signs Cole Mrowka to first-team contract

2024 MLS All-Stars to face Liga MX All-Stars at Lower.com Field

Last summer, Major League Soccer announced the 2024 MLS All-Star Game would be held at the Columbus Crew’s Lower.com Field in downtown Columbus, Ohio. On Monday, MLS updated the opponent for this summer. The 2024 MLS All-Stars will face a team made up of the best players from Mexico’s Liga MX on Wednesday, July 24. This marks the third time MLS will host the Liga … Continue reading 2024 MLS All-Stars to face Liga MX All-Stars at Lower.com Field

Crew draws with Minnesota 1-1 after late Loons equalizer

On the back of their 1-0 win against Atlanta United last weekend, the Columbus Crew faced their first road test of the season, heading to the Twin Cities to face Minnesota United.  The first 20 minutes of the match saw the Loons all over Columbus, dictating play. A high-pressing United pinned the Crew in its defensive half for most of the first 45 minutes, showing … Continue reading Crew draws with Minnesota 1-1 after late Loons equalizer

Massive Scouting Report: Minnesota United

After a strong opening match last Saturday against Atlanta United, the Columbus Crew hit the road for their first road match of 2024. This time, the Black & Gold travel north to take on Western Conference foes Minnesota United. The Loons, who also won in week 1, are in the midst of a coaching transition after a long search that stemmed from the club’s dismissal … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Minnesota United

Predicted XI: Minnesota United FC

The Columbus Crew started the season with a 1-0 victory against Atlanta United and look to collect its first road win of the season, traveling to Minneapolis to take on Minnesota United FC. If Columbus wants to challenge for a Supporter’s Shield trophy, it needs to carry its postseason road form into the new campaign as the Black & Gold only won four away matches … Continue reading Predicted XI: Minnesota United FC

Columbus Crew will not feature in 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup

It’s been a long and arduous process but it appears that we have clarity regarding the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. U.S. Soccer finalized the tournament format for the upcoming 2024 version of the historic competition on Friday afternoon. This year’s version of the U.S. Open Cup includes 96 teams from across the amateur and professional ranks who will compete in 95 games from … Continue reading Columbus Crew will not feature in 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup

Columbus Crew battles Houston Dynamo in CONCACAF Championship Cup

Following a first-round bye, the Columbus Crew is set to play fellow MLS side Houston Dynamo in the Round of 16 in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. The two teams clash during the first leg on March 6 and return to Central Ohio for the second leg on March 12. Whoever emerges victorious awaits the winner of the Tigres (LIGA MX) and Orlando City (MLS). Houston … Continue reading Columbus Crew battles Houston Dynamo in CONCACAF Championship Cup

Anatomy of a Goal: Cucho Hernandez opens up 2024 with a bang

Welcome to the Anatomy of a Goal, where each week we dissect one goal (or near goal) from a previous Columbus Crew match. For match number one of the 2024 MLS season, we take a look at Cucho Hernandez’s 27th-minute goal that gave the Crew a 1-0 lead and delivered them to a season-opening win against Atlanta United. Here is a look at Columbus’s first goal … Continue reading Anatomy of a Goal: Cucho Hernandez opens up 2024 with a bang

Crew tactical review: The Black & Gold jump back into winning ways in 2024

The Columbus Crew kicked off its title defense in familiar fashion with a 1-0 victory over Atlanta United. The Black & Gold were on the front foot for much of the first half, grabbing a lead courtesy of a Cucho Hernandez goal in the 27th minute. The Crew earned a penalty in the second half after Mo Farsi was brought down in the box which … Continue reading Crew tactical review: The Black & Gold jump back into winning ways in 2024

The Crew start the 2024 season on the right foot with 1-0 victory against Atlanta

The Columbus Crew collected a 1-0 victory over Atlanta United on Saturday afternoon at a sold-out Lower.com Field to kick off the 2024 campaign. Expectations for the Black & Gold for being the current champions were high at the beginning of the season and the team didn’t defraud. The Crew’s only goal of the day was scored by Cucho Hernandez in the 27th minute. The … Continue reading The Crew start the 2024 season on the right foot with 1-0 victory against Atlanta

Columbus Crew presented with Championship Rings prepared by Josten’s during pregame ceremonies

Ahead of the season opener against Atlanta United, the Columbus Crew players, staff, and club personnel received their championship rings to celebrate the team’s third MLS Cup, making them the third most winningest team in MLS.  After enduring challenging matchups, including two 120 matches against Orlando City SC and FC Cincinnati and the final against LAFC, Columbus emerged victorious under first-year head coach Wilfried Nancy.  … Continue reading Columbus Crew presented with Championship Rings prepared by Josten’s during pregame ceremonies

Massive Scouting Report: Atlanta United

Merry Crewsmas! Your defending MLS champion Columbus Crew is set to begin its title defense in the 2024 campaign just 77 short days after winning their third MLS Cup. In that time, the Crew have added Derrick Jones, Marino Hinestroza and Nico Hagen to their roster to strengthen the squad. They have also resigned some notable players such as Rudy Camacho, Steven Moreira, Mo Farsi, … Continue reading Massive Scouting Report: Atlanta United

Predicted XI: Atlanta United

The MLS schedule makers definitely wanted to start the season with fireworks, first Lionel Messi and Inter Miami opened the season against Real Salt Lake. Now the reigning MLS Champions and the highest-scoring team of 2023 the Columbus Crew take on the second highest-scoring team in last season Atlanta United. The playoff series between Columbus and Atlanta saw 14 total goals across the three-match series. … Continue reading Predicted XI: Atlanta United