DC United - Columbus Crew

Can DC United find a clinical edge as they host Columbus Crew at Audi Field on 9 September 2026 for matchday 24? The home side enters this contest looking to sharpen an attack that has struggled for consistency, with the expected XI featuring Nathan Ordaz and Jackson Hopkins tasked with unlocking the visitors. Defensively, DC United must adapt in the absence of Kye Rowles, relying on the experience of goalkeeper Sean Johnson to anchor a backline that faces a mobile Columbus midfield unit.

Columbus Crew arrive following a dominant 3-0 victory over Colorado Rapids, providing a timely boost after a difficult run of results. With Rudy Camacho and Sekou Tidiany Bangoura sidelined, the visitors will lean on the creativity of Santiago Rodriguez and Brais Mendez to dictate the tempo. Recent history favors the visitors, who have maintained a competitive edge in their previous meetings, making this a critical test for both clubs as they navigate the final stages of the season.