Match Summary
Columbus Crew defeated Orlando City SC 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by D. Rossi 45′ (pen.), D. Rossi 61′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Orlando City SC had 45% possession while Columbus Crew held 55%. Orlando City SC had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Columbus Crew. Expected goals: Orlando City SC 1.31 — Columbus Crew 1.59. Orlando City SC made 4 substitutions, Columbus Crew made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Aidan Morris 44′), Penalty cancelled (Luis Muriel 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Orlando City SC and Columbus Crew — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Y. Yeboah
Match Statistics
Orlando City SC had 45% possession against Columbus Crew's 55%. Orlando City SC registered 13 shots (5 on target) while Columbus Crew managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 11–7.
Lineups
Orlando City SC lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under Ó. Pareja, while Columbus Crew deployed a 3-4-2-1 under W. Nancy.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Orlando City SC is 6.99, compared to 6.99 for Columbus Crew. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Orlando City SC's highest-rated starter is C. Araújo (7.09), while Columbus Crew's best-rated player is M. Arfsten (7.41).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Orlando City SC have contributed 2 goals and 7 assists this season, led by C. Araújo (2G). Columbus Crew's starters account for 15 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by J. Russell-Rowe (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Orlando City SC deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Columbus Crew's 3-man backline averaging 6.91. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Orlando City SC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Columbus Crew's 4 rated 7.16. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Orlando City SC start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Columbus Crew averaging 6.95. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 46% for Orlando City SC and 54% for Columbus Crew. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Orlando City SC's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Columbus Crew. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Orlando City SC's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: C. Araújo (24), oldest: I. Angulo (26)), while Columbus Crew average 27.3 (youngest: J. Russell-Rowe (23), oldest: D. Nagbe (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Orlando City SC's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 31 for Columbus Crew. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Orlando City SC have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Columbus Crew show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Orlando City SC and Columbus Crew have met 2 times — Orlando City SC won 1, Columbus Crew won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026