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New England vs Columbus match
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The gist
Columbus Crew host New England Revolution on Sunday Aug 30 after rescheduling. New England seek to extend momentum against bottom-placed Columbus.
Background
The match was originally scheduled for Saturday Aug 29 but was moved to Sunday Aug 30 because Columbus returned late from a Leagues Cup quarterfinal in California. Columbus are bottom of the Eastern Conference with 20 points, while New England are higher with 34 points and recent wins.
How it unfolded
- Aug 23, 2025New England won 2-1 at Columbus in the last meeting at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
- Apr 18, 2026New England beat Columbus 2-1 at home with goals from Dor Turgeman and Carles Gil.
- Aug 26, 2026MLS and clubs rescheduled the Aug 29 match to Aug 30 due to Columbus' travel from a Leagues Cup quarterfinal.
- Aug 30, 2026Match kicks off at 4:30 p.m. ET at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- New England are favored due to their recent form and higher league position.
- Caution
- Columbus have historically won four of the last six meetings, so they cannot be dismissed.
Still unverified
Reports that Dániel Gazdag may sign with New England after a Columbus buyout are unconfirmed and his availability for this match is unclear.