COLUMBUS, OHIO - OCTOBER 31: Santiago Rodriguez #8 of the Columbus Crew is congratulated by Steven Moreira #31 after scoring a goal during the second half of the match against DC United at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on October 31, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus defeated DC 3-0. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)
DC United suffered a 3-0 loss to Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on Saturday night as their difficult run of form continued in Major League Soccer.
The hosts took control early and opened the scoring in the 16th minute when Sean Zawazki headed home from a Dylan Chambost delivery. Columbus doubled their advantage before the break through Anass Zaroury, who curled an excellent finish into the top corner after being set up by Mohamed Farsi.
Any hopes of a DC United comeback were effectively ended shortly after halftime when anunfortunate Kimito Nono own goal made it 3-0 in the 61st minute.
Despite seeing just 39% possession, DC United managed four shots on target and created everal openings. João Peglow was their most threatening attacker, while goalkeeper Alex Bono was called into action on a number of occasions as Columbus dominated possession and chances.
The defeat leaves DC United on a five-match losing streak and further down the MLS stanings, while Columbus strengthened their playoff hopes with another convincing victory
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