MLS Multiplex
Fansided

Columbus Crew pushes limits, secures third straight MLS victory

Columbus Crew's meteoric rise in MLS continues with a commanding 2-0 Win over Nashville SC

By Izabelle Franca

Jul 3, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Crew forward Cucho Hernandez (9) hugs forward Diego Rossi (10) in front of Nashville SC defender Jack Maher (5) during the second half of the MLS soccer game at Lower.com Field. The Crew won 2-0.
Jul 3, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Crew forward Cucho Hernandez (9) hugs forward Diego Rossi (10) in front of Nashville SC defender Jack Maher (5) during the second half of the MLS soccer game at Lower.com Field. The Crew won 2-0. / Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA
facebooktwitterreddit

Columbus Crew triumphed 2-0 over Nashville SC, proving that Black & Gold is on an incredible run. Using the same starting lineup that demolished New England Revolution 5-1 last Saturday, Wilfried Nancy's squad secured their third consecutive win, with crucial goals from Christian Ramirez, Diego Rossi, and Cucho Hernández.

Follow MLS Multiplex on X (Twitter).

Let's face it, Columbus Crew is on fire. With 36 points in 19 games, the team now sits third in the Eastern Conference. Sure, Inter Miami CF still leads the league with 47 points, but they've played three more matches. And let's be real, what really matters is the current momentum. Right now, Crew is unstoppable.

The fireworks on the field took a while to ignite, but once they did, the excitement was hard to contain. The defense, solid as a rock, secured another clean sheet, while the attack, sharp as a blade, once again showcased its firepower.

Diego Rossi, one of the standout performers, commented on the importance of his goal and the well-orchestrated play from the defense. "It was a good team play," Rossi said. "Yes, we built well from the back. I saw the space and it was good to score to help the team secure this win." Simple and direct, just like soccer should be.

Now, Columbus Crew finds itself in a prime position, but the challenge is to maintain this momentum. Coach Wilfried Nancy emphasized the importance of keeping up this pace. "They are really good. We’ll try to do everything to help them stay this way because, for me, that’s a key point," said Nancy. And he's right. Consistency is crucial for any team aspiring to achieve great things.

The truth is, Crew has won seven of their last eight games, earning 21 out of a possible 24 points. A club once seen as a postseason mystery is now the hottest team in the league. Confidence is soaring, and the players are delivering on the field.

feed