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Columbus Crew vs New York City Fc

Lower.com Field, Columbus22 March 2025 at 23:30

Match Events

Columbus Crew
New York City FC
Kick Off
35′
K. ParksJ. Shore
Half Time
58′
J. FernandezA. Ojeda
A. JacksonC. Mrowka
66′
C. RuvalcabaT. Brown
73′
73′
H. WolfM. Carrizo
73′
M. BakrarS. Garfield Reid
Goal cancelled85′
VAR
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal0
11Shots off Goal2
24Total Shots5
8Blocked Shots3
15Shots insidebox1
9Shots outsidebox4
9Fouls11
10Corner Kicks0
2Offsides1
60%Ball Possession40%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves5
621Total passes416
540Passes accurate333
87%Passes %80%
1.48expected_goals0.16
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Columbus Crew is 6.69, compared to 6.85 for New York City FC. 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 D. Chambost (7.03), while New York City FC's best-rated player is M. Freese (7.04).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Columbus Crew have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by D. Rossi (5G). New York City FC's starters account for 8 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by H. Wolf (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

Columbus Crew deploy 3 defenders rated 6.53 on average, against New York City FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.70. 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 6.76, versus New York City FC's 5 rated 6.89. 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 6.86, compared to 1 for New York City FC 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 88% for Columbus Crew and 84% for New York City FC. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for New York City FC. 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 28.1 (youngest: C. Ruvalcaba (24), oldest: E. Bush (39)), while New York City FC average 29.3 (youngest: H. Wolf (26), oldest: M. Moralez (38)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 13 for New York City FC. 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 Crew3-4-2-14-2-3-1New York City FC
GKDEFMIDFWD
24Bush48Ruvalca.25Zawadzki21Cheberko2Herrera7Chambost6Nagbe12Jones10Rossi13Jackson19Russell.49Freese35Ilenic13Martins5Risa22O'Toole80Haak55Parks11Fernand.10Moralez17Wolf9Bakrar

Substitutes

Coach: Wilfried Nancy

Substitutes

Coach: Pascal Jansen

Columbus CrewPosition StrengthNew York City FC
6.69
Avg Rating
6.85
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.04
0G 0A0G 0A
6.53Defender (3 v 4)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
6.76Midfielder (4 v 5)6.89
0G 2A8G 8A
6.86Forward (3 v 1)
5G 1A0G 0A
Columbus Crew3-4-2-1
24GoalkeeperE. Bush
48DefenderC. Ruvalcaba
25DefenderS. Zawadzki6.8
21DefenderY. Cheberko6.3
2MidfielderA. Herrera6.51A
7MidfielderD. Chambost7.01A
6MidfielderD. Nagbe
12MidfielderD. Jones
10ForwardD. Rossi6.95G1A
13ForwardA. Jackson
19ForwardJ. Russell-Rowe
New York City FC4-2-3-1
49GoalkeeperM. Freese7.0
35DefenderM. Ilenic
13DefenderThiago Martins7.0
5DefenderB. Risa
22DefenderK. O'Toole6.4
80MidfielderJ. Haak
55MidfielderK. Parks6.82G
11MidfielderJ. Fernandez
10MidfielderM. Moralez6.91G6A
17MidfielderH. Wolf7.05G2A
9ForwardM. Bakrar

Match Summary

Columbus Crew and New York City FC drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Columbus Crew had 60% possession while New York City FC held 40%. Columbus Crew had 24 shots (5 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for New York City FC. Expected goals: Columbus Crew 1.48 — New York City FC 0.16. Columbus Crew made 2 substitutions, New York City FC made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Jacen Russell-Rowe 85′).

Rivalry since 2015

Columbus Crew vs New York City FC Head to Head Results

27 stretnutí
Columbus Crew
11
wins
Drawn
6
New York City FC
10
wins
Total goals
96 · 3.6/match
Both scored
20/27 · 74%
Over 2.5
19/27 · 70%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 42 v 2024

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API data: 11 May 2026