MLS Columbus

History of Columbus Crew 

Columbus Crew is a professional soccer team based in Columbus, Ohio. The team began competing in MLS as a member of the league’s Eastern Conference. Columbus Crew was founded on June 15, 1994, and finally played its first season in MLS in 1996.

The team won its first MLS Cup in 2008. Columbus Crew ended up defeating the New York Red Bulls in the final. During this time, the team was led by star players such as Guillermo Barros Schelotto and Chad Marshall. Meanwhile, they were coached by Sigi Schmid, who is one of the most successful coaches in MLS history.

Columbus Crew continued to be a successful franchise in the following years. In 2009, they won the Supporters’ Shield and reached the MLS Cup final in 2015. The team also developed a fierce rivalry with the Chicago Fire. In the end, this has become one of the most intense rivalries in MLS history.

The team has faced some challenges in recent years. One, in particular, was a change in ownership and a potential move to Austin, Texas. However, a grassroots effort by fans to keep the team in Columbus ultimately succeeded. Finally, the team is now under new ownership and has a renewed commitment to building a competitive team in the city.

Columbus Crew’s Stadium

The team’s home stadium is the Lower.com Field. Meanwhile, this arena opened in July 2021 and has a seating capacity of over 20,000. The stadium is located in the Arena District of downtown Columbus. Overall, it features state-of-the-art amenities and a unique design that pays homage to the city’s industrial history.

Overall, the history of Columbus Crew in MLS is one of success and resilience. Despite facing some challenges in recent years, the team has a storied history of winning championships. They also have a history of developing intense rivalries with other teams. The team has a renewed commitment to building a competitive team and a passionate fan base. Therefore, in the end, Columbus Crew is poised for a bright future in MLS.

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