With the 2024 MLS season inching closer and closer for the Columbus Crew, it’s time for the staff to predict how the Black & Gold will perform. All staff members were asked to give their finish, MVP, Golden Boot winner and Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY). Ty Fisher The Columbus Crew proved me wrong in my initial prediction last year. Though it was not … Continue reading Massive Report predicts the 2024 season
The Columbus Crew announced Friday morning that the Club will host English Premier League side Aston Villa as part of the Leagues Cup showcase on Saturday, July 27, at 8 p.m. from Lower.com Field. The Crew earned a bye into the Round of 32 of the Leagues Cup after winning their third MLS Cup in franchise history. “Aston Villa is a historic English Premier League … Continue reading Columbus Crew to host Aston Villa for Leagues Cup showcase
Columbus Crew begins its 29th season in Major League Soccer on Saturday afternoon by welcoming Atlanta United to Lower.com Field. Head coach Wilfred Nancy and general manager Tim Bezbatchenko have created a roster comprised of players who bring skill and depth to Central Ohio as the Black & Gold look to defend its MLS crown. The Crew isn’t lacking confidence heading into Saturday’s opener and … Continue reading Breaking down the 2024 Columbus Crew Roster
The Columbus Crew announced Wednesday morning that the Club has signed Mohamed Farsi to a contract extension through 2027, with a Club option in 2028. Currently in his third season with the Black & Gold, Farsi has gone through the successful player pathway as his companion Jacen Russell-Rowe. Signed from Columbus Crew 2, Farsi has seen success since joining the Club in 2022 with the … Continue reading Columbus Crew sign Mo Farsi to multi-year contract extension
The buzz surrounding the league’s return is electrifying as the kickoff for the highly anticipated 2024 MLS season looms. Yet, uncertainty crackles through the air with talks of potential replacement referees taking center stage. First reported by Tom Bogert and Pablo Maurer of The Athletic, the Professional Referee Organization (PRO) and the union Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) were in talks about a new CBA … Continue reading MLS to begin 2024 season with replacement referees
The Columbus Crew unveiled a new look late Friday morning ahead of the 2024 season and just over a week before it begins its defense of MLS Cup. Known lovingly as the “Banana Kit” by the Crew faithful, the primary jersey receives some modifications ahead of the February 24th home opener against Atlanta United. Dubbed “The Home Kit,” the new shirt replaces “The Gold Standard” … Continue reading The Crew release “The Home Kit”
The Columbus Crew has embodied what having a successful player pathway to the professional ranks looks like. The Black & Gold have enjoyed success across multiple levels of the club in recent years. The Crew Academy recently finished third in the UPSL National Finals. Columbus Crew 2 of MLS Next Pro enjoyed back-to-back appearances in the cup final and everyone in Central Ohio is still … Continue reading Columbus Crew is a prime example of a strong player pathway
Diego Rossi joined the Columbus Crew last summer amid a busy summer transfer window for the Black & Gold. Rossi’s arrival came as a pleasant surprise as fans were coping with the shock departure of star midfielder Lucas Zelarayan to Al Fatah FC of the Saudi Pro League. Rossi returned to Major League Soccer in 2023 on the heels of a successful run at Fenerbahçe … Continue reading Diego Rossi cherishing first full preseason with the Crew
It is often believed that sharing a language allows better cohesion and communication in a group, which is why Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy is learning Spanish to enhance his Hispanic offensive lineup for the 2024 season. Is there a hidden message behind this, with more Hispanic players in the initial lineup? Nancy shared a moment with the media on Monday while on preseason … Continue reading Wilfried Nancy provides early diagnosis during the Crew’s 2024 preseason
The Columbus Crew announced Friday afternoon that the club has signed homegrown midfielder Sean Zawadzki to a multi-year contract extension through 2027. In his third season with the Black and Gold, Zawadzki is one of the recent success stories of the Crew Academy. His journey has taken him from the club ranks to featuring with the first team and contributing key minutes. “After nearly 10 … Continue reading Sean Zawadzki signs multi-year deal with Columbus Crew
Major League Soccer (MLS) and Liga MX released information Wednesday about the new tournament format and groups for the 2024 Leagues Cup. This is the second edition of the international competition, featuring all clubs from MLS and Liga MX. The official CONCACAF Competition takes place from July 26-August 25, 2024. Games will be played in the United States and Canada, with the top three finishers … Continue reading Leagues Cup announces new tournament format, groups for 2024 tournament
A new year means new objectives for the Columbus Crew. Away from Ohio’s freezing meteorological conditions, Cancun’s delightful 80 degree-weather was a good opportunity for head coach Wilfried Nancy to refresh his mind and prepare for his second season with the Black & Gold. Crew players returned from their deserved vacations on Monday, gathering once again for the OhioHealth Performance Center for the team’s first … Continue reading They are the defending champions, but the Crew starts from the bottom in 2024
The Columbus Crew has returned to the training field for the 2024 MLS season, signaling a shift from celebrating last year’s MLS Cup-winning side to defending that title. If the Black & Gold are going to be successful in defending that title and compete for a few others, they’ll have to score goals at or near the same historic level they did last year., Fortunately, … Continue reading Columbus Crew 2024 positional preview: Forwards
The Columbus Crew has begun preparations for the 2024 season, which will be the busiest in the long history of the Black & Gold. In addition to the 2024 MLS regular season campaign, Columbus will participate in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, League Cup, Campeones Cup and the U.S. Open Cup over the next several months. The Crew players and staff will need to be ready … Continue reading Columbus Crew 2024 positional preview: Central Midfielders
It feels like only yesterday the Columbus Crew won the 2023 MLS Cup Final, lifting the team’s third league championship at Lower.com Field. Yet on Monday, the Black & Gold return to training as preseason begins in bitter-cold Columbus. The focus of head coach Wilfried Nancy and president and general manager Tim Bezbatchenko this offseason was on keeping the core of the Crew’s championship roster … Continue reading Columbus Crew 2024 positional preview: Wing backs
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