Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Inter Miami defeated Columbus Crew 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. Cremaschi 30′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Columbus Crew had 59% possession while Inter Miami held 41%. Columbus Crew had 16 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Inter Miami. Expected goals: Columbus Crew 2.94 — Inter Miami 0.86. Columbus Crew made 3 substitutions, Inter Miami made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Columbus Crew and Inter Miami — 1 goal and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Columbus Crew had 59% possession against Inter Miami's 41%. Columbus Crew registered 16 shots (3 on target) while Inter Miami managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 10–15.
Lineups
Columbus Crew lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Wilfried Nancy, while Inter Miami deployed a 4-4-2 under Javier Alejandro Mascherano.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Columbus Crew is 6.83, compared to 7.15 for Inter Miami. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Columbus Crew's highest-rated starter is M. Arfsten (7.05), while Inter Miami's best-rated player is L. Messi (8.60).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Columbus Crew have contributed 11 goals and 8 assists this season, led by D. Rossi (6G). Inter Miami's starters account for 74 goals and 65 assists, spearheaded by L. Messi (35G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Columbus Crew deploy 3 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Inter Miami's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Columbus Crew field 4 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Inter Miami's 4 rated 7.00. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Columbus Crew start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.73, compared to 2 for Inter Miami averaging 7.94. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 86% for Columbus Crew and 51% for Inter Miami. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Columbus Crew's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 48 for Inter Miami. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Columbus Crew's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: P. Schulte (24), oldest: S. Moreira (31)), while Inter Miami average 29.8 (youngest: B. Cremaschi (20), oldest: O. Ustari (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Columbus Crew's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 29 for Inter Miami. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Wilfried Nancy
Substitutes
Coach: Javier Alejandro Mascherano
Rivalry since 2021
Columbus Crew vs Inter Miami Head to Head Results· 10
Columbus Crew and Inter Miami have met 10 times — Columbus Crew won 3, Inter Miami won 6, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Inter Miami leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 10 meetings. A combined 35 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (16 for the home side, 19 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (70%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Columbus Crew have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Inter Miami show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026