Columbus Crew news

Messi returns to Inter Miami squad after World Cup break

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has returned to the matchday squad and is among the substitutes for the Herons’ Eastern Conference matchup against the Columbus Crew. Messi hasn’t appeared for the South Florida side since Argentina’s World Cup final defeat on July 19. His international teammate Rodrigo De Paul, however, has slotted straight into the starting XI.

'It's a new chapter' - Arfsten takes step forward with Boro

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL spoke with the American wingback about what comes next and why, after some time, he's ready to turn the page on his big summer

Sources: USMNT's Arfsten finalizing $7.5m Boro transfer

Middlesbrough are finalizing an agreement to sign U.S. men's national team and Columbus Crew defender Max Arfsten in a deal worth up to $7.5 million, sources tell GOAL. The move to the Championship club would see Arfsten link up with USMNT teammates Sebastian Berhalter and Aidan Morris, both of whom are also Crew products.

MLS midseason tiers: Miami, SJ impress, but Atlanta raise concern

Lionel Messi and Co. remain favorites, but strong starts from Nashville, San Jose and Vancouver have the league nicely poised heading into a long break.

Inside Vancouver’s fight to keep hold of the Whitecaps

Vancouver was one of the original soccer cities in North America, and the failure to agree on a new owner for the club has fans fearing the worst

Henrik Rydstrom fired by Columbus Crew after slow start

Columbus have let go of head coach Henrik Rydstrom after the Swedish manager oversaw a run of just three wins in 14 games to open the season. Top assistant Laurent Courtois will step in as head coach, while two members of Rydstrom's backroom staff were also removed from their roles. Columbus are 13th in the Eastern Conference and have already lost seven games this season.

Messi, Son and the 10 MLS players to watch at the World Cup

GOAL looks at the biggest names in MLS to watch at the World Cup this summer, and the list expands far beyond the reigning MVP winner

WATCH: Hall becomes youngest in MLS history to score hat-trick

Red Bull New York academy product Julian Hall became the youngest player in MLS history to score a hat trick at 18 years and 50 days old, passing Ricardo Pepi’s previous mark of 18 years and 196 days. Hall now has nine goals and two assists this season, emerging as a major bright spot for a Red Bulls team that has found new life under first-year head coach Michael Bradley.

Ojeda continues Nu Stadium curse, is Arena the best coach in MLS?

Miami and Orlando served up a Florida classic, but it was a mixed weekend for some of the biggest managers in MLS.

Rodriguez finally makes debut and is Noonan's time up in Cincy?

Week 4 of MLS didn't disappoint as several high-profile signings made their debuts and is Pat Noonan's seat getting hotter at FC Cincinnati?

More than fasting: Muslim soccer players reflect on Ramadan

For Muslim soccer players around the world, Ramadan brings unique challenges and deeper meaning as they balance faith, competition and community.

Jones, Yeboah receive lifetime bans for betting on own games

MLS has issued lifetime bans to Derick Jones and Yaw Yeboah for betting on games while they were playing, the league announced Monday afternoon. The duo bet on numerous games, including ones they were playing in, during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, and after an extensive investigation, have been prevented from playing in the league. Neither player is signed with an MLS club.

De Paul proves why he's a DP for Miami, Werner shows dribbling skill

Some in form teams lost, while one key player regained some much-needed form in another wonderfully unpredictable week of Major League Soccer

Messi remains magical, but did Atlanta get it wrong with Tata?

Matchday 2 of MLS brought a signature comeback win for Inter Miami, and a continuation of form for the Red Bulls. But it might be time to worry about Atlanta.

The Rondo: Panic time for Messi's Miami and Sporting KC?

GOAL’s writers analyze LAFC’s battering of Inter Miami, the New York Red Bulls’ fast start, and whether Nashville is the contender everyone forgot in the latest Rondo.

Portland Timbers vs Columbus Crew: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

Phil Neville’s squad begins their campaign against a new-look Crew side under Henrik Rydström. Catch every moment live on Apple TV. Check here for kickoff times and how to stream the action today!

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Former Barcelona midfielder André Gomes joins Columbus Crew

With the 2026 Major League Soccer season just around the corner, Columbus Crew made a late move in the market by securing the services of Portuguese midfielder André Gomes. The 32-year-old arrives in Ohio as a free agent after ending his stint with French side Lille, where he struggled for consistent playing time this season.