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Ohio Derby Ends with Dramatic Victory for FC Cincinnati
Cincinnati, USA – In a game filled with tension and excitement, FC Cincinnati defeated the Columbus Crew at TQL Stadium, with a final score of 2 to 1. The match, corresponding to the Round of 16 of the 2025 Major League Soccer, was marked by a high tempo and several bookings.
The Columbus Crew, dominating ball possession with 62%, tried to impose their game, but were frustrated by Cincinnati’s solid defense. The first half passed without goals, but with several yellow cards shown, two for Columbus Crew and one for FC Cincinnati, reflecting the intensity of the match.
In the second half, J. Russell-Rowe put Columbus Crew ahead in the 63rd minute. However, the joy would be short-lived for the visitors, as Brenner equalized for FC Cincinnati in the 67th minute. The same Brenner would seal the victory for the home team in the 86th minute, unleashing euphoria in the stadium.
Despite having more shots, the Columbus Crew failed to capitalize on their dominance on the pitch. FC Cincinnati, with 38% possession, was more effective in front of the goal, demonstrating great defensive solidity and taking advantage of opportunities to the fullest. Referee Chris Penso, from USA, had a busy afternoon showing cards and maintaining order in a very disputed match.
Substitutions columbus crew: at minute 39 T. Habroune came in and J. Russell-Rowe went out., at minute 84 A. Herrera came in and L. Lappalainen went out., at minute 90 M. Amundsen came in and Y. Cheberko went out., at minute 90 D. Chambost came in and D. Gazdag went out., at minute 90 M. Arfsten came in and I. Aliyu went out.
Substitutions fc cincinnati: at minute 63 L. Engel came in and L. Orellano went out., at minute 76 K. Denkey came in and A. Jabbari went out., at minute 88 E. Echenique came in and A. Powell went out., at minute 88 Brenner came in and O. Nwobodo went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
FC Cincinnati
Columbus Crew
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