The Columbus Crew are recognizing forward Guillermo Barros Schelotto with his enshrinement as the fourth member of the Crew Circle of Honor. The Black & Gold will conduct the Circle of Honor induction ceremony during the July 19 home match against D.C. United at Lower.com Field.

“I am very honored to receive this award,” Barros Schelotto shared in a video recorded from his native Buenos Aires, Argentina. “It was wonderful for me the time I spent in Columbus. The people of the city I have in the bottom of my heart because it was four [fantastic] years for me.”

“It’s our Club’s honor to induct a fourth member in the Crew Circle of Honor this year with the enshrinement of Guillermo Barros Schelotto, who absolutely is one of the most successful and impactful players to represent the Black & Gold,” said Haslam Sports Group Partner JW Johnson. The other three honorees are Brian McBride, Frankie Hejduk, and Sigi Schmid

“Guillermo is more than worthy of our Club’s highest recognition with his induction in the Crew Circle of Honor,” stated Crew General Manager Issa Tall. “It’s also special knowing Guillermo remains incredibly passionate about this Club and our city, and we are eager to welcome him home again soon.”

Schelotto helped the Crew capture two Supporters’ Shields and the Black & Gold’s first MLS Cup. He was the franchise’s first and currently only player to earn the league’s MVP award. He appeared in 102 regular season games, amassing 33 goals and 41 assists, highlighted by 11 game-winning goals and 10 game-winning assists.

Barros Schelotto, who was named as the head coach of the Argentine Premera Division’s Club Atlético in March after the date at Lower.com Field’s ceremony was set, will be unable to attend the festivities due to his coaching responsibilities ahead of a match on July 20. He will select a designee to accept the honor on his behalf.