Match Summary
Columbus Crew defeated New York City FC 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by A. Ojeda 44′, C. Ramirez 48′, M. Farsi 53′, C. Hernández 65′ (pen.), S. Rodríguez 86′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. New York City FC had 41% possession while Columbus Crew held 59%. New York City FC had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 18 (12 on target) for Columbus Crew. Expected goals: New York City FC 2.10 — Columbus Crew 3.61. New York City FC made 4 substitutions, Columbus Crew made 4. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Christian Ramirez 49′), Penalty confirmed (Mohamed Farsi 59′).
Match Events
Key match events between New York City FC and Columbus Crew — 5 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Martínez
assist: C. Hernández
Penalty
assist: M. Moralez
Match Statistics
New York City FC had 41% possession against Columbus Crew's 59%. New York City FC registered 13 shots (6 on target) while Columbus Crew managed 18 (12 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 16–12.
Lineups
New York City FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under N. Cushing, while Columbus Crew deployed a 3-4-2-1 under W. Nancy.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York City FC is 6.89, compared to 7.05 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. New York City FC's highest-rated starter is M. Freese (7.04), while Columbus Crew's best-rated player is M. Arfsten (7.41).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York City FC have contributed 21 goals and 8 assists this season, led by A. Martínez (19G). Columbus Crew's starters account for 7 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by M. Arfsten (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
New York City FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 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
New York City FC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, 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
New York City FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.00, compared to 3 for Columbus Crew averaging —. 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 —% for New York City FC and 58% 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
New York City FC's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 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 New York City FC's starting XI is 24.5 (youngest: M. Ilenič (21), oldest: S. Tanasijević (28)), while Columbus Crew average 27.0 (youngest: P. Schulte (24), 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
New York City FC's starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 30 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, New York City FC have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Columbus Crew show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
New York City FC
Columbus Crew
Head to Head
New York City FC and Columbus Crew have met 2 times — New York City FC won 1, Columbus Crew won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. New York City FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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New York City FC
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Drawn
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Columbus Crew
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026