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Max Arfsten - 11 crosses Saturday Arfsten registered 11 crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Arfsten had a productive day Saturday even though he wasn't involved in either of his side's goals. He recorded a team-high 11 crosses, with three of them being accurate. He's been a productive force on the outside over the last two seasons for Columbus, and it looks like that will continue in 2026.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Taha Habroune - Assists in Saturday's draw Habroune assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Habroune set up the opening goal of Saturday's match as he assisted Wessam Abou Ali's goal in the 33rd minute. It was one of two chances he created in the match and it marked his first goal contribution of the young season. He was subbed off in the 64th minute Sekou Bangoura.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Diego Rossi - Scores equalizer Saturday Rossi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Rossi found the equalizing goal Saturday with an unassisted strike in the 82nd minute to tie the match at 2-2. He's now scored two goals through two matches this season. He also recorded three accurate crosses as he once again helped lead the Columbus attack to a productive day.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wessam Abou Ali - 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.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Schulte - Concedes twice in draw Schulte registered two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Schulte conceded two goals in Saturday's draw, both of which came in the second half and both of which were scored Dejan Joveljic. He also made two saves in the team's second straight draw to start this season. Next up he faces the Chicago Fire Saturday, a side which has scored four goals through two matches this season.

11 HOURS AGO • 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

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Steven Moreira - Starting Saturday Moreira (not injury related) is in the starting lineup Saturday against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Moreira is back in action after missing the season opener due to the loss of a family member. The defender will operate within a three-man central defense alongside Rudy Camacho and Malte Amundsen, so he could be relied on for clearances and some accurate passes if his team holds meaningful possession.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew vs. Sporting Kansas City Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Feb. 28 Both Columbus Crew (19th in MLS) and Sporting Kansas City (28th) are coming off a defeat, and they will face off on Saturday. For our predic...

1 DAY AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Preview: Sporting KC hosts Columbus Crew on Saturday at Sporting Park in home opener | Sporting Kansas City Sporting Kansas City vs. Columbus Crew 2025 MLS Regular Season | Game 2 Saturday, Feb. 28 | 7:30 p.m. CT (7:40 kickoff) Sporting Park | Kans...

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGKC.COM

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2 DAYS AGO • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

Know Before You Go: Sporting KC vs Columbus Crew Tomorrow at Sporting Park | Sporting Kansas City Sporting KC will face the Columbus Crew at Sporting Park on Saturday February 28 at 7:30 PM CT.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGKC.COM

Sporting Kansas City v Columbus Crew: Rydstrom wants opening defeat to act as 'wake-up call' Sporting Kansas City and Columbus Crew face off at Sporting Park, aiming to recover from opening-game defeats in MLS.

3 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Sporting Kansas City vs Columbus Crew Prediction and Betting Tips | February 28th 2026 Sporting Kansas City and Columbus Crew will battle for three points in MLS action on Saturday (February 28th). The game will be played at Children's Mercy Park.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Ibrahim Aliyu - Back in full training Aliyu (thigh) has returned to full training and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City, according to Brianna Mac Kay from Dispatch.

Impact Aliyu has returned to full training after missing the last match against Portland due to a thigh injury and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City. He is expected to have a bench role, so his potential return should not impact the starting XI moving forward.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Steven Moreira - Back in training Moreira is back in training after missing the last match due to the loss of a family member and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City, according to B...

Impact Moreira is back in training after missing the last match against Portland and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City. The defender, who started the final 12 matches of last season, is likely to slot into the back three alongside Rudy Camacho and Malte Amundsen if he is available.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Goal: D. Rossi vs. POR, 44' | Columbus Crew The official website of the Columbus Crew with the most up-to-date information on matches, tickets, scores, stats, and team news.

4 DAYS AGO • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

Columbus Crew's Diego Rossi wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Columbus Crew forward Diego Rossi has earned AT&T Goal of the Matchday honors for Matchday 1, claiming 37.1% of the fan vote. The Uruguayan...

4 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Dylan Chambost - Out two to three weeks Chambost (hamstring) is expected to miss the next two to three weeks, according to Brianna Mac Kay of Dispatch Alerts.

Impact Chambost is going to miss some time over the next few weeks, expected to miss two to three weeks due to his hamstring injury. This is a rough loss for the club, as they will now be without a starter for at least two games. This will force a change, with Sean Zawadzki likely to move to the midfield while Steven Moreira starts in the defense.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Amar Sejdic - 10 crosses in season opener Sejdic recorded one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Portland Timbers.

Impact Sejdic subbed onto the pitch in the 25th minute Saturday after Dylan Chambost (hamstring) was forced off. Sejdic made the most of his opportunity, leading the team with 10 crosses and seven corners. Despite that high volume he only created one chance, but it was still a solid day for him. Depending on how serious Chambost's injury is, Sejdic could find himself in the starting XI Saturday at Sporting Kansas City.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Rossi - Scores in season opener Rossi scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Portland Timbers.

Impact Rossi scored an outside-the-box strike in the 44th minute Saturday, a strike assisted by Wessam Abou Ali that tied the match at 2-2 heading into halftime. It was one of five shots he took and he also created one chance in his full 90 minutes of action. He's set to be the focal point of Columbus' attack this season, so it's no surprise that he started the 2026 campaign with a goal.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Wessam Abou Ali - 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

Patrick Schulte - Concedes three in season opener Schulte had three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Schulte's season did not get off to a good start as he conceded three goals, including Ariel Lassiter's match-winner in the 88th minute. He also made three saves in the season opener. He'll look to bounce back Saturday at Sporting Kansas City.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Portland Timbers win it LATE against Columbus Crew | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

FEBRUARY 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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

Dylan Chambost - Forced off Saturday Chambost suffered an apparent hamstring injury during the first half of Saturday's visit to Portland Timbers, according to Massive Report.

Impact Chambost was replaced by Amar Sejdic after being unable to continue early in the game. The Frenchman is now at risk of missing upcoming contests if a serious muscle issue is confirmed. That would lead to a tough situation for the club considering that he was a key piece of their midfield last season, scoring twice and delivering five assists over 37 appearances.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

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