Columbus Crew were crowned champions of the 2024 Leagues Cup after beating Los Angeles FC 3-1 in an emotional match.
25/08/2024 – 22:10hs CST
© Getty ImagesColumbus Crew champions of the 2024 Leagues Cup
In an exciting final, Columbus Crew He was crowned champion of the Leagues Cup 2024 after beating 3-1 Los Angeles Football ClubIn a match that was decided in injury time, the Ohio team won the title by demonstrating their power in the MLS.
Although Columbus Crew managed to take the lead at the end of the first half, LAFC came back thanks to Frenchman Olivier Giroud. The tension continued until the last moment when Wilfried Nancy’s team scored twice through Juan Camilo Hernández and Jacen Russell-Rowe to decide the tournament.
Columbus Crew’s Road to the Title
In the fourth edition of the Leagues Cup, the American team managed to prevail against their MLS counterparts to take the long-awaited title. Their journey began in the round of 32 when they easily swept Sporting Kansas City 4-0.
Then in the round of 16 he had to face the team from Leo Messi and company, Inter Miami, who in a disputed match they beat 3 to 2 to advance to the next round.
In the quarter-finals, they had a tough time against New York City FC, who started winning from the first minute of play. Then they equalised thanks to Juan Camilo Hernández and everything was decided from the twelve steps.
The semi-final was undoubtedly another match full of emotions. The Ohioans beat Philadelphia Union 3-1 to reach the final. The final tonight was filled with excitement and nerves for both teams. The tie lasted until the last moment when Juan Camilo Hernández and Jacen Russell-Rowe scored the 3-1 that would be decisive and give them the championship.
Ohioans avoided Mexican teams
The MLS continues to be a hot topic. Columbus Crew’s victory in the 2024 Leagues Cup has reinforced the idea of an increasingly competitive league that continues to grow by leaps and bounds in recent times. However, the absence of Mexican teams in the final stages has raised doubts about whether this title has the same weight since Columbus Crew only faced American teams.
Clash of the Titans! America vs. Columbus Crew
Las Eagles of Americaowners of a two-time championship that marks their reign in Mexican soccer, are preparing for an epic duel in the Champions Cup 2024. The Columbus Crew, MLS and Leagues Cup 2024 champions, will be their opponent in a match that promises to be exciting. The match is on Wednesday, September 25 at 5:30 pm (Central Mexico time) at Lower.com Field. Will the Eagles be able to win a new title?
