Major League Soccer Regular Season - 16
Columbus Crew 2 - 0 FT Atlanta United FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
23' S. Zawadzki
24' S. Bangoura (M. Farsi)
45'+2 D. Rossi (M. Farsi)
HT
E. Baez 50'
↓ L. Brennan ↑M. Almiron 60'
64' S. Bangoura
69' ↓ M. Arfsten ↑H. Picard
69' ↓ S. Moreira ↑Y. Cheberko
69' ↓ T. Habroune ↑D. Chambost
↓ S. Lobjanidze ↑Sergio Santos 69'
78' ↓ M. Farsi ↑A. Herrera
82' ↓ S. Bangoura ↑A. Sejdic
T. Jacob 90'+3
E. Mihaj 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Columbus Crew
Goalkeepers
Patrick Schulte 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Mohamed Farsi 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
Steven Moreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Rudy Camacho 
MAGNET
92
Activity
92
Activity
85
Passes
7
Duels
Sean Zawadzki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Taha Habroune
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
André Gomes
MAGNET
79
Activity
79
Activity
71
Passes
8
Duels
Sekou Tidiany Bangoura 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Maximilian Arfsten
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Forwards
Dániel Gazdag
MAGNET
51
Activity
51
Activity
46
Passes
5
Duels
Diego Rossi 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
5
Shots
7.9
Rating
BENCH
Nicholas Hagen 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yevhen Cheberko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Owen Presthus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cesar Ruvalcaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andres Herrera 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Hugo Picard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dylan Chambost
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amar Sejdic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nariman Akhundzade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atlanta United FC
Goalkeepers
Lucas Hoyos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Tomás Jacob
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Enea Mihaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Berrocal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Elías Báez
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
32%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Tristan Muyumba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Saba Lobzhanidze
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Cooper Sanchez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Luke Brennan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Ajani Fortune
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Aleksey Miranchuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Jayden Hibbert
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pedro Amador
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matthew Edwards
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stian Gregersen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ronald Hernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
William Reilly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Almirón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cayman Togashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2026 | Atlanta United FC | 1 - 3 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 09/13/2025 | Atlanta United FC | 4 - 5 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 06/25/2025 | Columbus Crew | 3 - 1 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
| 07/20/2024 | Atlanta United FC | 2 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 02/24/2024 | Columbus Crew | 1 - 0 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
| 11/13/2023 | Columbus Crew | 4 - 2 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
| 11/08/2023 | Atlanta United FC | 4 - 2 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 11/01/2023 | Columbus Crew | 2 - 0 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
| 10/07/2023 | Atlanta United FC | 1 - 1 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 03/25/2023 | Columbus Crew | 6 - 1 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | Lower.com Field |
04/04/2026
09/13/2025
06/25/2025
07/20/2024
02/24/2024
11/13/2023
11/08/2023
11/01/2023
10/07/2023
03/25/2023
Columbus Crew Win
Atlanta United FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +17
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 12 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +9
P: 13 GD: 0
P: 13 GD: -6
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: +4
P: 13 GD: -14
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 14 GD: -11
League Standings
P: 14 GD: +20
P: 15 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +11
P: 14 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -7
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: -1
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: -2
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -21
P: 14 GD: -7
P: 14 GD: -9
P: 15 GD: -12
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Farsi Masterclass Steers Crew Past United
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 15/100. A ruthless first-half display from Columbus secured three vital points, proving that defensive solidity and clinical wing play remain the ultimate formula in this league.
The Opening Stanza
The action at Lower.com Field started with a chaotic rhythm. Columbus Crew controlled possession early, settling into a fluid passing game against Atlanta United FC. High Intensity defined the opening exchanges. The visitors tried to force the issue, firing off attempts in a high-volume shooting display that yielded 16 total shots by the final whistle. Yet, their final product lacked real bite. Columbus weathered the early pressure without breaking a sweat. Rudy Camacho anchored the defensive line effortlessly, neutralizing threats before they could materialize. Our take is simple: Atlanta had the volume, but Columbus had the composure. The early skirmishes hinted at a tight battle, but the hosts were merely waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
The Double Strike
The breakthrough arrived when Columbus suddenly shifted gears. The Balance of the match tilted violently in the 24th minute. M. Farsi carved open the vulnerable Atlanta defense, serving a precise ball for S. Bangoura to finish with authority. Instead of sitting back on a narrow lead, the hosts kept their foot firmly on the gas. Deep into first-half stoppage time, Farsi worked his creative magic once again. This time, he found D. Rossi, who clinically dispatched the chance to double the advantage. Two daggers right before the halftime whistle effectively killed the contest. Farsi’s playmaking vision completely bypassed the visitors' midfield, punishing their structural flaws with lethal precision.
Locking It Down
The second half transformed into a masterclass of game management. The Stakes were obvious for two sides desperate to escape the lower reaches of the table. Atlanta huffed and puffed in search of a lifeline. A combined 26 shots across both teams made for an entertaining spectacle, but the away side found no way through a resolute Columbus block. The Upset factor faded as the clock ticked down. Columbus protected their two-goal cushion by slowing the tempo and frustrating their opponents. The hosts' efficiency in the final third proved to be the deciding factor. Columbus grabs a crucial victory, leaving Atlanta to rue their wasted opportunities and ponder a bleak run of form.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals for Columbus Crew?
S. Bangoura and D. Rossi both scored in the first half to secure the win.
Who was the top creator in the match?
M. Farsi dominated the final third, providing the assists for both of the Columbus goals.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Basement Scrap Offers Little Inspiration
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 13/100. A desperately low-quality affair between two struggling sides means you can safely spend your evening watching something else.
The Setup
Columbus Crew have been entirely unconvincing at home this season. With just one victory in four attempts at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, a dismal Form rating tells the story of a team lacking identity and confidence. The home fans are growing restless, and rightly so. Atlanta United FC arrive boasting slightly better recent results, having snagged two wins in their last five, but they sit languishing in 14th place with a woeful defensive record. The shockingly low Stakes for this fixture reflect two franchises merely treading water near the bottom of the league. Neither side possesses the tactical Balance needed to dictate the tempo, leading to disjointed passages of play. While a handful of Stars might occasionally light up the pitch, they are too often isolated by the systemic failures behind them.
Key Battle
Maximilian Arfsten versus Aleksey Miranchuk offers the only genuine intrigue. Arfsten has been the lone bright spark for the hosts, consistently taking on defenders and carrying the offensive burden when his teammates fade. He will need to outshine Atlanta's creative hub, Miranchuk, who possesses the requisite vision to unlock a notoriously fragile Columbus back line. Whichever creator finds space first will likely dictate this sluggish encounter.
Our Prediction
Columbus are heavy favourites on paper, but their severe home struggles tell another story. Expect a deeply disjointed match littered with unforced errors in midfield. Neither team looks capable of dominating possession. We expect Columbus to edge a narrow, completely forgettable 1-0 win, relying on a set-piece or capitalizing on a sloppy Atlanta defensive lapse rather than producing a moment of genuine attacking brilliance.