Columbus Crew

Orlando’s road revival meets Columbus resilience as tense 1-1 battle turns on missed chances, clutch saves, and a sobering injury moment

FC Cincinnati stormed back from a second-half deficit behind Brenner’s electric brace, taking down the Columbus Crew 2–1 in a dramatic Hell Is Real playoff decider at a sold-out TQL Stadium. With the comeback win, the Orange and Blue advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals and send their rivals home empty-handed.

FC Cincinnati took control of the Hell Is Real playoff showdown with a gritty 1-0 win over the Columbus Crew, powered by Kévin Denkey’s late-game dagger and another Roman Celentano clean sheet. The Orange & Blue now head to Columbus one victory away from advancing — and sending the defending champs packing.

On an emotional night honoring Darlington Nagbe’s legendary career, the Columbus Crew rallied from an early deficit to beat the New York Red Bulls 3–1 at Lower.com Field — clinching a playoff spot and setting up a fiery Hell Is Real showdown with FC Cincinnati. The win capped a perfect send-off for the captain, as Columbus looked every bit like a dangerous postseason dark horse.

The Columbus Crew secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Club León in their final Leagues Cup group-stage match, with Max Arfsten’s second-half goal sealing the win. The result boosts the Crew to seven points and keeps their knockout stage hopes alive, pending other group results.

The Columbus Crew kept their Leagues Cup hopes alive with a dominant 3-1 win over Club Puebla, fueled by standout performances from Diego Rossi, Taha Habroune, and Malte Amundsen. The victory showcased the team’s urgency, depth, and ability to bounce back under pressure.

Orlando City staged a dramatic late comeback to defeat the Columbus Crew 3-1 on the road, fueled by Ramiro Enrique’s brace and Martín Ojeda’s clinching goal. Despite being outplayed for much of the match, the Lions flipped the script in the final 30 minutes to earn a vital statement win.

Columbus Crew staged a stunning comeback from an early two-goal deficit to defeat FC Cincinnati 4-2 in a dramatic ‘Hell is Real’ derby, ending Cincinnati’s four-game win streak and shaking up the Eastern Conference standings. The Crew’s resilience and tactical adjustments turned a storm-delayed match into a statement victory on the road.

FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew face off Saturday night in the fiercely contested Hell is Real derby, with both Ohio rivals battling for Eastern Conference supremacy and crucial Supporters’ Shield points. Expect a passionate clash at TQL Stadium as Cincinnati aims to extend its winning streak and Orange Out their home turf.

The Columbus Crew rediscovered their attacking edge with a decisive 3-1 win over Atlanta United, powered by a first-half scoring surge and a breakout performance from Jacen Russell-Rowe. With back-to-back victories, the Crew now set their sights on closing the gap at the top of the Eastern Conference as they host first-place Philadelphia Union this weekend.

FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew battled to a 1–1 draw in a high-stakes Hell Is Real Derby, with Kevin Denkey scoring early and Diego Rossi equalizing via penalty. Despite the shared points, both teams showcased their playoff credentials in front of a raucous sellout crowd, with Cincinnati’s new stars and Columbus’ dominance on the ball offering plenty of promise for the season ahead.