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Columbus Crew striker Wessam Abou Ali out for season | MLSSoccer.com Columbus Crew striker Wessam Abou Ali will miss the remainder of the 2026 season after sustaining a torn ACL and meniscus damage in his righ...

6 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Season officially over Abou Ali (knee) is ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 campaign after Columbus confirmed that his ACL tear and meniscus injury in the right knee will require surgery.

Impact Abou Ali ended the year with five goals and one assist over seven MLS starts, with his participation in the current season coming to an early end due to an unfortunate action during his last match against Orlando. This issue implies a huge blow to a squad that was expected to rely heavily on his offensive contribution. However, elements like Taha Harbroune and Jamal Thiare will now have to take on greater roles to support Diego Rossi up front.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with torn ACL Abou Ali (knee) has revealed he suffered an ACL rupture and meniscus damage following his forced substitution in Sunday's draw with Orlando City, Patrick Murphy of CBS Sports repor...

Impact Abou Ali ended up with a severe problem in his right knee after his seventh game of the season and is now expected to miss several months of action. This is a tough blow to Columbus' attack considering that the forward was the top scorer on the squad with five goals before getting hurt. Both Taha Habroune and Jamal Thiare are options to join Diego Rossi in the front line for future contests.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus ties Orlando City 1-1 on Diego Rossi goal after losing Wessam Abou Ali to an injury

Diego Rossi scored late in the second half to rally Columbus to a 1-1 draw with Orlando City after the Crew lost Wessam Abou Ali to a first-half injury

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Subs off early against Orlando Abou Ali was forced to exit Sunday's game against Orlando City after picking up an apparent knee injury.

Impact Abou Ali was replaced by Taha Habroune after 35 minutes during his seventh start of the year. This issue could leave the striker out of upcoming fixtures, which would leave Habroune, Diego Rossi and Jamal Thiare as the team's main offensive assets. Prior to Sunday's clash, Abou Ali had scored three goals over his last two appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bags brace Saturday Abou Ali scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Abou Ali scored the first two goals of Saturday's match, a header in the 48th minute and then an outside-the-box strike in the 53rd minute. Despite Columbus' slightly slow start to the season, Abou Ali has been exceptional with five goals and one assist through six matches. He has a great chance to keep the momentum going Sunday versus Orlando, a side which has conceded 23 goals through six matches this campaign.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Wessam Abou Ali leads Crew over Atlanta United 3-1 for first victory of season

Wessam Abou Ali scored two goals in the first eight minutes of the second half and the Columbus Crew won for the first time this season, beating Atlanta United 3-1

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Scores in loss Abou Ali scored a goal off three shots (two on target) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Toronto FC.

Impact Abou Ali needed just four minutes to make an impact as he headed home a cross from the left to open the scoring for Columbus. This was the third goal of the season over five appearances for the forward, who picked up from where he left off when he suffered a serious ankle injury just few games after the great start he was having after joining Columbus last summer.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Crew Coverage pres. by Medical Mutual | Chambost: 'We need to find confidence' | Columbus Crew The start of Saturday afternoon’s match was everything the previous two matches lacked. In the fourth minute, Dylan Chambost sprayed a long...

MARCH 22 • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

Shut down by Nashville Abou Ali took one shot on goal, created one chance, committed one foul and drew two fouls in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Abou Ali was kept off the scoresheet for the second consecutive match after starting the season with three goal contributions in his first two appearances. He'll look to break through again on the road on Saturday against Toronto FC.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Anders Dreyer, rookie Duran Ferree lead San Diego past Sporting KC 1-0 in third straight shutout win

Anders Dreyer scored late in the first half and rookie teenager Duran Ferree posted his third straight clean sheet to begin the season, leading San Diego FC to a 1-0 victory over S...

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Scores in Saturday's draw Abou Ali scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Abou Ali's opened up the scoring in Saturday's match with a strike in the 33rd minute assisted by Taha Habroune. He had a chance to win the match late too, but his penalty attempt in the 87th minute was saved by John Pulskamp with the score tied at 2-2. It was a tough moment for him, but it has still been a strong start to the season with three goal contributions through two matches.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Rossi scores late to rally Columbus Crew to 2-2 draw with Sporting Kansas City

Diego Rossi scored late in the second half to offset a two-goal effort by Dejan Joveljić, rallying the Columbus Crew to a 2-2 draw with Sporting Kansas City

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Goal and assist Saturday Abou Ali scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th...

Impact Abou Ali started the 2026 season on a high note, scoring the opening goal in the 6th minute and then assisting Diego Rossi's strike in the 44th minute. He scored three goals in five appearances last season prior to his ankle injury, so it's no surprise that he's back firing now that he's healthy. He figures to play a very important role on the Crew's attack this season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lassiter scores winner, Chará sets records as Timbers open season with 3-2 victory over Crew

Ariel Lassiter had the only goal of the second half and Portland beat the Columbus Crew 3-2 in a season opener, topping off a record-setting night for the Timbers’ Diego Chará

FEBRUARY 22 • Associated Press

Should be ready for opener Abou Ali (ankle) will likely be an option for the 2026 MLS season opener against Portland, with manager Henrik Rydstrom revealing that he has seen some action in preseason work, Ma...

Impact Abou Ali may even have a chance to start Saturday, but it's possible he'll have his playing time managed, considering that they were very careful with his return in the offseason following a five-month absence. Prior to the injury, he was in good form with one goal in each of his last three games. Bot Jamal Thiare and Ibrahim Aliyu could see their roles limited if Abou Ali is ready to feature in upcoming games.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Extra careful during preseason Ali (ankle) did not play in any of the preseason scrimmages for Columbus as the team wants to be extra sure he is healthy, reports Brianna Mac Kay of the Dispatched Alerts.

Impact Ali is still extected to be day to day heading into the opener on Saturday, as he did not appear in any preseason matches for Columbus. Once fit, the forward is expected to be a big game changer in the attack as he scored three goals in just the five appearances in 2025 before going down on injury.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Abou Ali (ankle) is set to miss Saturday's match against Cincinnati, according to Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Abou Ali is not going to recover from his ankle issues in time for the series finale on Saturday, with the forward still struggling with his ankle injury. He will now miss six straight games, a brutal run for the forward. He was starting before the injury, so he hopes to see his return next round if his club advances in the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew host Cincinnati in Eastern Conference semifinals

The Columbus Crew host Cincinnati in the Eastern Conference semifinals

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Doesn't train Abou Ali (ankle) is not in training Wednesday, according to Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Abou Ali has been out for over a month now due to injury with an ankle injury and seems to have no update on progression other than not being in a cast any longer, with the forward still yet to train. This will likely leave the forward out for the rest of the series against Cincinnati, possibly returning if they make a deeper run in the playoffs. However, the club won't count on his availability for at least a few more weeks, appearing to still be fat from a return.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew visit Cincinnati in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

The Columbus Crew visit Cincinnati in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Set for six weeks out Abou Ali will miss the remainder of the regular season since he will be out at least six weeks following a hairline fracture in his right ankle suffered against Toronto, coach Wilf...

Impact Abou Ali suffered a hairline fracture in his right ankle against Toronto and will be sidelined for six weeks, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. This is a big blow for the Crew as the forward had scored in each of his last three games for Columbus. Ibrahim Aliyu is expected to see increased playing time in the frontline during his absence.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, suffers injury in draw Abou Ali scored one goal but left with an apparent ankle issue in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto, Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Abou Ali managed to make an impact in 33 minutes of play as he found the net from inside the box before being forced to exit Saturday's match. He's now questionable for upcoming fixtures and could miss a few weeks if his ankle issue is confirmed. That would be an unfortunate blow for a forward who has produced a goal in each of his last three games played.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header Wednesday Abou Ali scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to New York City FC.

Impact After scoring his first Crew goal Saturday in the goal fest versus Atlanta, Abou Ali scored again in Wednesday's loss. It was a header in the 60th minute off a Max Arfsten cross to take the 2-1 lead. He made his third straight start for the Crew and has looked strong up top. He will look to keep his goalscoring streak alive Saturday versus Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Columbus goal Abou Ali scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-4 win over Atlanta United.

Impact Abou Ali started a second match in a row Saturday, his second start in three appearances since joining the team. He would also bag his first goal, finding the back of the net in the 25th minute. That said, he has only taken one shot to reach his first goal, a highly efficient start with the club.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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