Most Recent Columbus Crew Stories

Crew acquire midfielder Santiago Rodríguez as Designated Player
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew have acquired midfielder Santiago Rodríguez as a Designated Player from Brazil’s Botafogo FR. Botafogo plays in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, which is the the highest level of Brazilian football. The Uruguayan’s contract with the Crew runs through the 2029-30 season with a club option for 2030-31.  [More]

Three Takeaways: Crew fall to New England Sunday, fifth straight loss
Sunday, August 30, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew lost their fifth match in a row Sunday, the fourth straight in MLS play, falling to the New England Revolution 3-1 at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. Brais Méndez continues his steady play since joining the club, recording the Black & Gold’s only goal on the evening. [More]

Three Takeaways: Crew give up two goals in stoppage time, fall in Nashville
Saturday, August 22, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew were in Nashville Saturday to take on the top team in Major League Soccer. The Boys in Gold have 49 standings points, leading Vancouver by nine points, in the race for this season’s Supporters’ Shield. The Black & Gold took a 2-1 lead in the 68th minute, but couldn’t hold on, falling 3-2 when Nashville posted two goals in stoppage time. [More]

Crew loan midfielder Hugo Picard to Ligue 1 side ES Troyes AC
Monday, August 17, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

Columbus Crew have loaned midfielder Hugo Picard to French Ligue 1 side ES Troyes AC through the 2027 MLS Sprint Season. Troyes has the option to acquire Picard permanently at the end of the loan. [More]

Three Takeaways: Crew fall behind early, can’t recover in loss at Charlotte
Saturday, August 15, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew found themselves behind 2-0 against Charlotte within the first nine minutes Saturday at Bank of America Stadium. The Crew managed to cut the lead to one, but Charlotte responded and won the battle 3-1. [More]

Crew sign former MLS MVP and Golden Boot winner Jozef Martínez
Thursday, August 13, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew have signed free agent forward Josef Martínez, who possesses nine seasons of MLS experience, an extensive resume of championships, and 130 career MLS goals, the sixth-most in league history. Martínez’s contract is guaranteed through the 2026 season with a Club option through 2027. The value of the contract has not been disclosed. [More]

Three Takeaways: Crew top Pumas in penalties in Leagues Cup action
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew beat Pumas UNAM in penalties Tuesday at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field to capture their third win in as many matches in the first phase of Leagues Cup play. The Black & Gold now have to wait for the opening round to be completed Wednesday to see if they earn a berth in the knockout round, where the top four teams from both the MLS and Liga MX play for the Cup. [More]

Crew acquire forward Gonzalo Tapia via loan from Sāo Paulo
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
CBUSsports Staff

The Columbus Crew have acquired forward Gonzalo Tapia from São Paulo of Brazil’s top-flight league, the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, via loan through the 2027 MLS Sprint Season, which includes a club option for a permanent transfer. [More]