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Columbus Crew vs Houston Dynamo

Lower.com Field, Columbus8 March 2025 at 19:30
Referee: Freemon

Match Events

Columbus Crew
Houston Dynamo
Kick Off
29′
F. EscobarD. Steres
Half Time
59′
N. LodeiroE. Duenas
D. NagbeA. Jackson
72′
73′Artur
81′
J. McGlynnB. Raines
81′
S. KowalczykI. Aliyu
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal1
6Shots off Goal1
11Total Shots3
0Blocked Shots1
4Shots insidebox2
7Shots outsidebox1
11Fouls18
5Corner Kicks4
0Offsides5
64%Ball Possession36%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves5
597Total passes337
526Passes accurate268
88%Passes %80%
0.63expected_goals0.32
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Columbus Crew is 6.74, compared to 6.86 for Houston Dynamo. 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. Columbus Crew's highest-rated starter is M. Arfsten (7.06), while Houston Dynamo's best-rated player is J. McGlynn (7.40).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Columbus Crew have contributed 9 goals and 7 assists this season, led by D. Rossi (5G). Houston Dynamo's starters account for 2 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by J. McGlynn (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Columbus Crew deploy 3 defenders rated 6.53 on average, against Houston Dynamo's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Columbus Crew field 4 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus Houston Dynamo's 4 rated 7.08. 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

Columbus Crew start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.95, compared to 2 for Houston Dynamo averaging 6.42. 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 86% for Columbus Crew and 86% for Houston Dynamo. 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

Columbus Crew's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Houston Dynamo. 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 Columbus Crew's starting XI is 26.1 (youngest: P. Schulte (24), oldest: D. Chambost (28)), while Houston Dynamo average 26.3 (youngest: J. McGlynn (22), oldest: Artur (29)). 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

Columbus Crew's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 9 for Houston Dynamo. 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.

Columbus Crew3-4-34-2-2-2Houston Dynamo
GKDEFMIDFWD
28Schulte2Herrera21Cheberko18Amundsen23Farsi6Nagbe25Zawadzki27Arfsten7Chambost19Russell.10Rossi13Tarbell25Dorsey4Bartlow24Awodesu2Escobar6Artur21McGlynn20Lodeiro27Kowalcz.10Ponce8Bassi

Substitutes

Coach: Wilfried Nancy

Substitutes

Coach: Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero

Columbus CrewPosition StrengthHouston Dynamo
6.74
Avg Rating
6.86
6.74Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.53Defender (3 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
6.81Midfielder (4 v 4)7.08
4G 4A2G 3A
6.95Forward (3 v 2)6.42
5G 2A0G 0A
Columbus Crew3-4-3
28GoalkeeperP. Schulte6.7
2DefenderA. Herrera6.51A
21DefenderY. Cheberko6.3
18DefenderM. Amundsen6.8
23MidfielderM. Farsi6.6
6MidfielderD. Nagbe
25MidfielderS. Zawadzki6.8
27MidfielderM. Arfsten7.14G4A
7ForwardD. Chambost7.01A
19ForwardJ. Russell-Rowe
10ForwardD. Rossi6.95G1A
Houston Dynamo4-2-2-2
13GoalkeeperA. Tarbell
25DefenderG. Dorsey
4DefenderE. Bartlow
24DefenderF. Awodesu
2DefenderF. Escobar
6MidfielderArtur6.81A
21MidfielderJ. McGlynn7.42G2A
20MidfielderN. Lodeiro
27MidfielderS. Kowalczyk
10ForwardE. Ponce6.4
8ForwardA. Bassi

Match Summary

Columbus Crew and Houston Dynamo drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. 6 yellow cards were shown. Columbus Crew had 64% possession while Houston Dynamo held 36%. Columbus Crew had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 3 (1 on target) for Houston Dynamo. Expected goals: Columbus Crew 0.63 — Houston Dynamo 0.32. Columbus Crew made 1 substitutions, Houston Dynamo made 4.

Rivalry since 2012

Columbus Crew vs Houston Dynamo Head to Head Results

19 stretnutí
Columbus Crew
5
wins
Drawn
7
Houston Dynamo
7
wins
Total goals
43 · 2.3/match
Both scored
9/19 · 47%
Over 2.5
6/19 · 32%

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