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Colorado Rapids vs Columbus Crew Box Score - August 14, 2022 - The Athletic Get real-time MLS coverage and scores as the Colorado Rapids take on the Columbus Crew at 1:00am UTC on August 14, 2022. The Athletic brings you the latest stats, scores, and analy...

AUGUST 14, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Eloy Room - Two saves in draw Room made two saves and allowed one goal, as Columbus played to a 1-1 draw Saturday with the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Room made an outstanding save in the early stages of the match, denying a Diego Rubio rocket to the top right corner. However, Rubio was able to exact revenge from the penalty spot in the 41st minute, as defender Steven Moreira was called for a hand ball in the penalty area. The keeper guessed correctly on the kick, but he was unable to corral the shot. Room will next face a rather favorable opponent at home in Atlanta United.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Zelarrayan - Plays well in Colorado Zelarayan recorded one shot (one on target), six corners and 10 crosses (four accurate) during Columbus's 1-1 draw Saturday with the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Zelarayan was also shown a yellow card in the 63rd minute, and this was the first time in the past three games that he has been held off the score sheet. Nonetheless, the Armenian forward was still plenty involved throughout a game that yielded relatively few chances for either side. Up next for Columbus is a home tilt with Atlanta United next Sunday.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez - Scores in draw with Colorado Cucho Hernandez scored a goal on six shots (two on target), sent in two inaccurate crosses and created one scoring chance Saturday in Columbus's 1-1 draw with the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Hernandez didn't waste much time in getting the scoring started Saturday, as he volleyed home a well-placed Pedro Santos cross in the fifth minute to put Crew up 1-0. Cucho and midfielder Lucas Zelarayan have combined to form an excellent one-two punch in Columbus, and they'll likely walk away from Saturday's hard-fought draw in Colorado feeling positive. Crew will have some time to rest before facing Atlanta United next Sunday.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Molino - Questionable against Colorado Molino (thigh) is listed as questionable for Saturday's trip to Colorado, according to the Columbus injury report.

Impact Molino is listed as questionable for Saturday's trip to Colorado after dealing with some thigh tightness in training. The forward has made just four substitute appearances so far in 2022 so he will likely find himself on the bench even if fully available Saturday.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Williams - Removed from injury report Williams (illness) is removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's trip to Colorado.

Impact Williams is absent from the injury report, as expected after missing last time out with a mild illness. The defender has made 17 appearances and 13 starts in 2022 and could be right back in the starting XI against Colorado.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zelarrayan leads the Columbus Crew against the Colorado Rapids

Lucas Zelarrayan leads the Columbus Crew into a matchup with the Colorado Rapids after a two-goal performance against New York City FC

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Darlington Nagbe - Makes six tackles in win Nagbe made six tackles (two won), one clearance, one interception and one block during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York City FC.

Impact Nagbe bossed the middle of the park here and his season-high six tackles were proof of the tenacity he displayed to prevent opposing playmakers from inflicting damage. Offensive numbers aren't always there for him but performances like this show how impactful he can be fantasy-wise even when limited by his main role.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eloy Room - Concedes two in win Room made four saves and conceded two goals during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York City FC.

Impact Room was very important for his side to win all three points, making a couple of huge saves. On the other end, the goalkeeper was very unfortunate here as both goals allowed by him came off shots deflected by center-backs and then having their paths completely changed before finding the back of the net. With four goals allowed over his last two starts, Room will try to bounce back during next Saturday's visit to Colorado.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Mensah - Scores own goal in win Mensah made seven clearances, two interceptions and three blocks, but was shown a yellow card and scored an own goal during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York City FC.

Impact Mensah was very unfortunate in the third minute of the game, when a cross from the left flank deflected off him went into the net. Then, the center-back bounced back with a very solid performance, shutting opposing strikers down during the rest of the match. Despite the early setback here, Mensah is still a top fantasy option at his position, with 88 clearances and 16 blocks over 22 starts, numbers matched or surpassed by only six other MLS players.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Diaz - Assists twice in win Diaz made two assists, had one off-target shot, created three chances and drew six fouls during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York City FC.

Impact Diaz made his fifth consecutive start and was a constant threat from the right flank, making two assists in a seven-minute span during the first half, being involved on the play that led to Lucas Zelarayan's game-winner in the 75th minute and making life difficult for defenders with his combination of speed and skill. This was arguably the best performance of the campaign for the winger, who will try to keep it up during next Saturday's visit to Colorado.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Zelarrayan - Nets brace in win Zelarayan scored two goals off eight shots (three on target), created one chance, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York Cit...

Impact Zelarayan had a man-of-the-match performance here, probably one of his best of the season so far. The attacker initiated the play that led to his side's first goal, scored the second with a classy finish from just outside the box in the 27th minute and then appeared at the right place to net the game-winner with a one-timed shot in the with 15 minutes left. The eight shots attempted by Zelarayan were a season high and he has now four goals and four assists over his last six appearances. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Colorado.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cucho Hernandez - Scores opener in win Hernandez scored a goal off five shots (two on target) and created two chances during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York City FC.

Impact Hernandez was one of the best players on the pitch here. In the 20th minute, he stepped into the box to send the ball into the far post and draw things level at 1-1. The forward also came very closing from scoring another goal at least twice during the first half and made a very dangerous offensive trio with Lucas Zelarayan and Luis Diaz. With five gpals in six appearances since joining Columbus in June, Hernandez will try to keep adding to his tally during next Saturday's visit to Colorado.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zelarayán rallies Crew to 3-2 victory over New York City FC

Lucas Zelarayán polished off a brace with a goal in the 75th minute to spark the Columbus Crew to a 3-2 victory over New York City FC

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew vs New York City Box Score - August 06, 2022 - The Athletic Get real-time MLS coverage and scores as the Columbus Crew take on the New York City at 11:30pm UTC on August 06, 2022. The Athletic brings you the latest stats, scores, and analys...

AUGUST 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Josh Williams - Not in squad Saturday Williams is not in the match day squad to face NYCFC on Saturday.

Impact Williams was a doubt in the buildup to the match after dealing with an illness. The defender will hope to return for next week's match at Colorado.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Williams - Listed as questionable Williams is listed as questionable for Saturday's match against New York City FC due to an illness, according to Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Williams only played one half during the last match against Montreal and will be a late call for this game against the Pigeons. If he's out, Milos Degenek or Jalil Anibaba could get the call at center-back next to Jonathan Mensah.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC takes shutout streak into matchup against the Columbus Crew New York City FC heads into a matchup with the Columbus Crew after putting together four straight shutout wins.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Steven Moreira - Records assist Moreira logged one assist during a 2-1 loss Wednesday versus CF Montreal.

Impact Moreira sat out the Crew's July 23 game suspended. Fortunately for him, his suspension finished after their goalless draw versus New England that day. Moreira was the Crew's right-back again Wednesday and logged an assist to a goal by Lucas Zelarayan.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Zelarrayan - Scores goal as midfielder Zelarayan scored one goal during a 2-1 loss Wednesday versus CF Montreal.

Impact Three weeks ago, the Crew reverted to using a 4-2-3-1 formation that they used again Wednesday. Zelarayan continues being an admirable midfielder. Currently, his 2022 goal tally is six. Zelarayan logged all the goals as a central attacking midfielder.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eloy Room - Allows two goals Room conceded two goals during a 2-1 loss Wednesday versus CF Montreal.

Impact An untimely thunderstorm forced a July 30 Crew-Charlotte game's rescheduling to Oct. 5. Room received additional rest before Wednesday. However, the goalkeeper allowed goals by Joel Waterman and Kei Kamara without logging more than two saves.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Waterman nets pivotal goal as Montreal defeats Crew 2-1

Joel Waterman scored in the fourth minute of stoppage time and Montreal beat the Columbus Crew 2-1

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Artur - On bench against Montreal Artur (lower leg) made the bench for Wednesday's match against CF Montreal.

Impact Artur is available to return after two months out due to injury, if given the chance to play. He's started in all 13 of his appearances so far but as a defensive-midfielder, his value isn't the highest.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew vs Montréal Box Score - August 03, 2022 - The Athletic Get real-time MLS coverage and scores as the Columbus Crew take on the Montréal at 11:30pm UTC on August 03, 2022. The Athletic brings you the latest stats, scores, and analysis of...

AUGUST 2, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Columbus Crew take shutout streak into matchup against CF Montreal

The Columbus Crew head into a matchup against CF Montreal after notching two straight shutout wins

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS