D.C. United men’s soccer fell 3-0 to the Columbus Crew on October 31, 2026, at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus Crew led 2-0 at halftime before adding a third goal in the second half of the 2026 MLS regular-season match. The result left D.C. United with a 2-7-8 road record in the 2026 MLS season.
Columbus Crew Builds Halftime Lead
Columbus Crew defender Sean Zawadzki opened the scoring in the 16th minute by heading in a set piece assisted by Dylan Chambost. D.C. United earned a penalty in the 22nd minute after a video assistant referee review, but Keisuke Kurokawa’s attempt went just wide.
Joao Peglow and Andre Dozzell tested Columbus Crew goalkeeper Patrick Schulte before Columbus doubled its advantage in the 41st minute. Anass Zaroury scored the goal, with Dylan Chambost recording his second assist of the match. Columbus Crew carried a 2-0 lead into halftime.
D.C. United Remains Scoreless
D.C. United homegrown forward Oscar Avilez entered at halftime and put a shot on target within two minutes. Columbus Crew added its third goal in the 61st minute when Kimito Nono was credited with an own goal.
Alex Bono made key saves as D.C. United continued to push until the final whistle, but the visitors did not score. Columbus Crew finished with 11 shots, three shots on target, three corners, 62 percent possession and four saves, while D.C. United recorded nine shots, four shots on target, four corners, 38 percent possession and one save.
Player Notes and Series Records
D.C. United midfielder Matti Peltola recorded six defensive contributions in 90 minutes. Midfielder Joao Peglow posted 100 percent shot accuracy and created one chance in 90 minutes. Defender Kye Rowles recorded seven defensive contributions in 70 minutes.
The loss left D.C. United with a 33-37-14 all-time regular-season record against Columbus Crew. D.C. United is 9-24-8 against Columbus Crew in all-time regular-season road matchups.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
D.C. United recorded four shots on target and earned a penalty opportunity, but Columbus Crew’s two first-half goals created the decisive margin. Peltola, Peglow and Rowles produced notable individual contributions, while Columbus Crew converted its chances to secure the 3-0 victory.
Source: Original report
