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Scores in Wednesday's loss Arfsten scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Arfsten found the back of the net in the 22nd minute Wednesday with a strike assisted by Hugo Picard. He now has eight goal contributions through 13 starts -- all of which have come in the last nine matches -- after recording 11 in 32 appearances last campaign. He'll look to keep the momentum going Saturday at Philadelphia.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Red Bulls' Julian Hall Becomes Youngest Player In MLS History To Score Hat Trick

Julian Hall scored three goals and became the youngest player (18 years, 50 days) with a hat trick in MLS history, and the New York Red Bull...

MAY 14 • FOX SPORTS

Red Bulls' Julian Hall Becomes Youngest Player In MLS History To Score Hat Trick

The 26: Projecting the USA's World Cup Roster And Starters For Opening Match

Projecting the USA's starting lineup and the full 26-player squad.

MAY 12 • FOX SPORTS

The 26: Projecting the USA's World Cup Roster And Starters For Opening Match

Assists Saturday Arfsten assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Arfsten recorded yet another goal contribution Saturday as he set up Taha Habroune's goal in the 31st minute which opened up the scoring. He now has seven goal contributions this season, all of which have come in his last seven matches. He created two chances for the fifth time this season and also recorded four inaccurate crosses on the attack.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Yeboah scores 2 goals, Markanich adds 1 goal and 1 assist as Minnesota beats Crew 3-2

Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals, Anthony Markanich added a goal and an assist, and Minnesota United rallied from a two-goal deficit to beat the Columbus Crew 3-2

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Scores opener Saturday Arfsten scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Arfsten kept his hot streak going Saturday as he opened up the scoring in the 4th minute with an unassisted goal. He now has six goal contributions this season, all of which have come in the last six matches. He put a season-high two shots on target, but he failed to create a chance for the first time this season. He was subbed off in the 81st minute for Mohamed Farsi.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Max Arfsten makes World Cup case in Columbus Crew win | MLSSoccer.com Max Arfsten is raising his level at the right time.

APRIL 26 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Max Arfsten's goal, Patrick Schulte's 3 saves help Crew beat Union 2-0

Max Arfsten scored in the fourth minute, Patrick Schulte had three saves, and the Columbus Crew beat the Philadelphia Union 2-0

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Assists in Wednesday's win Arfsten assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Arfsten assisted Diego Rossi's goal in the 47th minute Wednesday, a strike which took the 2-0 lead shortly after halftime. It marked his fifth goal contribution of the season, all of which have come in his last five contests. He has now put at least one shot on target and created at least one chance in four consecutive matches. He also made four clearances and won two tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dániel Gazdag and Diego Rossi score to help the Crew beat the Galaxy 2-1 in game delayed by weather

Dániel Gazdag and Diego Rossi each scored to help the Columbus Crew beat the LA Galaxy 2-1 in a game delayed for over two hours due to weather

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Scores Saturday Arfsten scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to New England Revolution. In addition, he was...

Impact Arfsten scored the opening goal of Saturday's match, a strike in the 24th minute assisted by Diego Rossi. It marked his fourth goal contribution of the campaign, all of which have come in his last four appearances. He played fairly well on the defensive end too, winning four tackles and intercepting three passes across his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Turgeman, Gil help Revolution stay unbeaten at home with 2-1 victory over Crew

Dor Turgeman scored the equalizer early in the second half and Carles Gil netted the winner on a penalty kick in the 85th minute as the New England Revolution rallied to beat the C...

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Scores and assists Saturday Arfsten scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Atlanta United.

Impact Arfsten had a productive outing Saturday as he assisted Wessam Abou Ali's opener in the 48th minute and then scored himself just 13 minutes later. He now has three goal contributions on the season, all of which have come in his last two matches. He'll look to keep the momentum going Sunday versus a struggling Orlando team.

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

Logs first season assist Arfsten made an assist, had one off-target shot and sent in three crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Toronto FC.

Impact Arfsten made an early impact here, using a perfect cross to assist Wessam Abou Ali for the goal that opened the scoring in the 4th minute. However, he couldn't add anything noteworthy the rest of the way, which eventually led for him to be subbed off. The assist was the first of the year for the versatile lefty, who is coming off a breakthrough campaign last year and will definitely hope to improve or at least sustain those numbers.

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

Zimmerman, Abou Ali score goals as Toronto beats Crew 2-1

Walker Zimmerman scored a goal in the 83rd minute, Wessam Abou Ali opened the scoring in the fourth, and Toronto FC beat the Columbus Crew 2-1

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

Hany Mukhtar scores 25,000th goal in MLS history to lead Nashville to 1-0 victory over Crew

Hany Mukhtar scored four minutes into second-half stoppage time — the 25,000th goal in MLS history — and Brian Schwake earned his second clean sheet in his fourth MLS start as Nash...

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Productive in Saturday's draw Arfsten had three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 14t...

Impact Arfsten was the Crew's most productive attacker Saturday as he led the team in shots (three) and crosses (seven). Although he hasn't recorded a goal contribution yet this season, his underlying production suggests he will soon. He also kept his first clean sheet of the season, contributing two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

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.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

Reading. A data diary. Yoga. How MLS players eyeing a World Cup spot for the USA are trying to stay ready.

FEBRUARY 11 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Watch: USA's MLS-Based Players Know There's 'No Time To Sit Around'

6 USA World Cup Hopefuls Who Could Transfer Clubs in January

Here are six U.S. World Cup hopefuls who could be on the move during the January transfer window.

JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

6 USA World Cup Hopefuls Who Could Transfer Clubs in January

11 goal contributions in 2025 Arfsten made a start in all 32 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Arfsten was a consistent presence in Columbus' lineup throughout the 2025 season while earning multiple call-ups to the USMNT. He closed the year with five goals and six assists, creating 50 chances and recording 74 tackles. His rising value has solidified his status as one of MLS's top young midfield talents, with Columbus securing him last year on a three-year deal. With the 2026 World Cup approaching, Arfsten is poised to be a major threat as he pushes for a spot on the U.S. roster.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

'We Make Players Better:' Pochettino's Plan to Grow the World Cup Talent Base

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino and his assistants are trying to leave no stone left unturned in developing players ahead of the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

'We Make Players Better:' Pochettino's Plan to Grow the World Cup Talent Base

Columbus Crew's Patrick Schulte, Max Arfsten and Sean Zawadzki called up to U.S. Men's National Team for November FIFA International Window | Columbus Crew COLUMBUS – U.S. Soccer today named Columbus Crew Goalkeeper Patrick Schulte and Midfielders Max Arfsten and Sean Zawadzki to U.S. Men’s Nati...

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

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