Columbus Crew - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Columbus Crew is a professional soccer team based in Columbus, Ohio, that competes in Major League Soccer (MLS).
- 2. The team was founded in 1994 as one of the original clubs in MLS.
- 3. Columbus Crew's home games are played at MAPFRE Stadium, which is the first soccer-specific stadium built for an MLS team.
- 4. The team's colors are black and gold, and their mascot is named "Crew Cat."
- 5. The Crew has won the MLS Cup championship twice, in 2008 and 2020.
- 6. The team has also won the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup once, in 2002.
- 7. Columbus Crew has a strong rivalry with fellow Ohio team, FC Cincinnati, known as the "Hell is Real" derby.
- 8. The team's supporters group, known as the Nordecke, is known for their passionate and vocal support during matches.
- 9. Columbus Crew has produced several notable players over the years, including Brian McBride, Guillermo Barros Schelotto, and Federico Higuain.
- 10. In 2021, the team rebranded as Columbus Crew SC, with the SC standing for "Soccer Club," to emphasize their commitment to the city and community of Columbus.