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Columbus Crew vs Orlando City Sc

Lower.com Field26 July 2025 at 00:30
Referee: Tim Ford

Match Events

Columbus Crew
Orlando City SC
Kick Off
Half Time
Penalty confirmed64′
VAR
D. Rossi

Penalty

66′
67′
L. MurielR. Enrique
D. ChambostT. Habroune
70′
J. Russell-RoweL. Lappalainen
77′
84′
M. PasalicZ. Taifi
89′
I. AnguloK. Smith
90′
M. Ojeda

assist: A. Freeman

Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal6
7Shots off Goal3
19Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots1
14Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox5
12Fouls7
9Corner Kicks1
4Offsides2
65%Ball Possession35%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves7
550Total passes302
497Passes accurate251
90%Passes %83%
2.22expected_goals2.53
1goals_prevented1

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Columbus Crew is 6.73, compared to 6.81 for Orlando City SC. 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 Orlando City SC's best-rated player is M. Ojeda (7.41).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Columbus Crew have contributed 10 goals and 6 assists this season, led by D. Rossi (5G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 11 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Ojeda (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

Columbus Crew deploy 4 defenders rated 6.67 on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.66. 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 6.79, versus Orlando City SC's 4 rated 6.70. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.86, compared to 2 for Orlando City SC averaging 7.41. 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 85% for Orlando City SC. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Orlando City SC. 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 26.9 (youngest: P. Schulte (24), oldest: S. Moreira (31)), while Orlando City SC average 27.8 (youngest: M. Pasalic (25), oldest: R. Jansson (34)). 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 12 league appearances each, versus 11 for Orlando City SC. 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 Crew4-4-24-4-2Orlando City SC
GKDEFMIDFWD
28Schulte31Moreira25Zawadzki21Cheberko27Arfsten11Aliyu7Chambost6Nagbe8Gazdag10Rossi19Russell.1Gallese30Freeman15Schlegel6Jansson4Brekalo87Pasalic20Atuesta5Araujo77Angulo9Muriel10Ojeda

Substitutes

Coach: Wilfried Nancy

Substitutes

Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez

Columbus CrewPosition StrengthOrlando City SC
6.73
Avg Rating
6.81
6.74Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.67Defender (4 v 4)6.66
4G 4A0G 0A
6.79Midfielder (4 v 4)6.70
1G 1A2G 4A
6.86Forward (2 v 2)7.41
5G 1A9G 0A
Columbus Crew4-4-2
28GoalkeeperP. Schulte6.7
31DefenderS. Moreira6.6
25DefenderS. Zawadzki6.8
21DefenderY. Cheberko6.3
27DefenderM. Arfsten7.14G4A
11MidfielderI. Aliyu
7MidfielderD. Chambost7.01A
6MidfielderD. Nagbe
8MidfielderD. Gazdag6.51G
10ForwardD. Rossi6.95G1A
19ForwardJ. Russell-Rowe
Orlando City SC4-4-2
1GoalkeeperP. Gallese
30DefenderA. Freeman
15DefenderR. Schlegel
6DefenderR. Jansson6.8
4DefenderD. Brekalo6.5
87MidfielderM. Pasalic6.52G
20MidfielderE. Atuesta6.7
5MidfielderC. Araujo
77MidfielderI. Angulo6.94A
9ForwardL. Muriel
10ForwardM. Ojeda7.49G

Match Summary

Orlando City SC defeated Columbus Crew 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Rossi 66′ (pen.), R. Enrique 76′, R. Enrique 79′, M. Ojeda 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Columbus Crew had 65% possession while Orlando City SC held 35%. Columbus Crew had 19 shots (8 on target) compared to 10 (6 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: Columbus Crew 2.22 — Orlando City SC 2.53. Columbus Crew made 2 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Dylan Chambost 64′).

Rivalry since 2015

Columbus Crew vs Orlando City SC Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
Columbus Crew
9
wins
Drawn
6
Orlando City SC
10
wins
Total goals
85 · 3.4/match
Both scored
16/25 · 64%
Over 2.5
14/25 · 56%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 43 v 2024

Recent Form

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026