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Four shots in playoff loss Rossi (back) recorded four shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 (7-6) penalty shootout defeat to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Rossi started Sunday's match despite dealing with a back injury. He played fine as he took four shots and created one chance, but he was unable to take Columbus' attack up a level. He converted his penalty in the shootout, but it was not enough to avoid elimination from the playoffs. Rossi had a very productive season in his first full campaign with Columbus as he scored 12 goals and recorded seven assists through 35 appearances (31 starts).

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Rossi (back) "should be available for the next game" according to manager Wilfried Nancy after missing the 1-0 loss to RBNY, reports Brianna Mac Kay of the Dispatched Alerts.

Impact This is positive news for Rossi, despite only training individual the past few days with a back injury. He will look to be ready for the Sunday trip to New Jersey, where Columbus enters the match with a 1-0 deficit. If ruled fit, he will likely return to the attacking midfield after previously starting nine times in the last 10 games, recording three goals with one assist.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Rossi (back) is questionable for Tuesday's clash with RBNY.

Impact Rossi was added to the injury report with a back injury for Tuesday's playoff opener. The forward has been a mainstay in the starting XI, but was surprisingly left on the bench for decision day. It seems that's likely related to his back issue that has him in doubt for Tuesday.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Wednesday's loss Rossi scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Rossi scored his 12th goal of the season Wednesday, a strike at the very beginning of the second half assisted by Mohamed Farsi. He finished the match with two shots on target but failed to create a chance for the third time in his last six appearances, a slightly concerning stretch considering he only failed to create a chance three times in his first 25 appearances.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus vs. Inter Miami CF Highlights | MLS on FOX

OCTOBER 3 • FOX SPORTS

Productive in Saturday's draw Rossi registered three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Rossi was not involved in either of Columbus' goals, but he still had a fairly productive outing. He took three shots for the 13th time this season and created one chance, something he has done in 14 of his last 16 appearances. He also won his first tackle of the season and recorded a season-high three interceptions in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Saturday Rossi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-3 win versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Rossi opened up the scoring Saturday with a goal in the 30th minute assisted by Christian Ramirez. The goal broke a three-match drought without a goal contribution. He was subbed off in the 45th minute for Cucho Hernandez for the second consecutive match.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Saturday Rossi generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Rossi failed to record a goal contribution for the second straight match, his first time going multiple matches without one since June. He was still productive though as he created three chances, recorded six crosses and took all four of the Crew's corners in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in defeat Rossi generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Rossi was largely neutralized Saturday as Columbus Crew were forced to play with 10 men for the entirety of the second half of their 0 - 4 defeat at the hands of Seattle Sounders. Rossi was tied for the team-high with four crosses (two accurate) and took three corners but was unable to generate a single chance created. The veteran attacker has enjoyed his second full season with Columbus, having made 26 appearances (23 starts), scoring 10 goals and supplying seven assists over that span.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal, assists in win Rossi scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory against New York City FC.

Impact Rossi does not look to be slowing down after recording a goal and an assist against NYCFC on Saturday. This gives him six goals with five assists in the last eight games played, totaling 43 crosses (13 accurate), 19 chances created and 23 shots in that span. He is back to producing the numbers he is used to as the forward is on pace to surpassing his career high for goals and assists.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in substitute appearance Rossi recorded one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Rossi got some much-needed rest Wednesday after helping lead Columbus to another trophy -- the Leagues Cup -- on Sunday. He scored six goals in five matches in the Leagues Cup, bringing him to a staggering 15 goal contributions in his last 11 matches (not including Wednesday). He performed well Wednesday despite not bagging another goal contribution, recording one shot on target, two chances created, three crosses and three corners in his fifth consecutive MLS match.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew: Diego Rossi, Cucho Hernández look unstoppable | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Diego Rossi leads Crew past Union, into Leagues Cup final Diego Rossi scored his third brace in four matches as the host Columbus Crew defeated the Philadelphia Union 3-1 in a semifinal of the Leagu...

AUGUST 22 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

En Fuego! Diego Rossi's torrid scoring pace continues | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

WATCH: Diego Rossi leads Crew onslaught vs. Sporting KC | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores again Saturday Rossi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Atlanta United.

Impact Rossi continued his hot streak Saturday as he scored an unassisted goal in the 36th minute to take the 1-0 lead. It was the only shot he took in the match and he added six crosses and seven corners. He now has five goals and four assists in the last six matches, his best run of form since joining Columbus last season.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses in the match Rossi recorded four shots (three on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and seven corners in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Rossi led the game in crosses, created three chances, and completed a dribble. Despite eight goal contributions in his previous four games, he was unlucky not to score or assist in this match. Overall, he has 14 goal contributions in 22 appearances this season.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Another goal Saturday Rossi scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 5-1 win against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Rossi scored an unassisted goal in the 60th minute Saturday, marking his fourth consecutive match with a goal. He also has four assist over that stretch where his side has outscored opponents 16-2. He also tied a season high with three accurate crosses and took five corners for the third consecutive match. He was subbed off in the 86th minute for Taha Habroune.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists twice in win Rossi scored a goal off three shots (one on target), made two assists, created two chances and sent in nine crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 4-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Rossi added another outstanding performance to his name as he assisted two of his team's first three goals and then sealed the 4-0 win in the 84th minute after benefiting from a huge defensive mistake. This was the third consecutive game on the scoring column for the attacker, who also added four assists during this stretch.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Diego Rossi helps red-hot Columbus Crew topple Nashville SC | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JULY 4 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores goal in win Rossi scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and seven corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Nashville SC.

Impact Rossi doubled the hosts' lead after winning a ball inside the box in the 65th minute of this match. Additionally, the seven corner kicks tied his season-high mark, and he took multiple shots for the fourth time in a row. He'll look to keep his excellent performance of the last two months, in which he has stood out with six goals and two assists across nine games.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Ramírez and Diego Rossi each score as Crew beat Nashville 2-0

Christian Ramírez and Diego Rossi each scored a goal to help the Columbus Crew beat Nashville SC 2-0

JULY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D.C. United vs. FC Cincinnati | Diego Rossi Calls Game! | Full Match Highlights

JULY 4 • YOUTUBE

Scores and assists against New England Revolution Rossi scored one goal and assisted twice from four shots and five chances created in Saturday's 5-1 win versus New England Revolution.

Impact Rossi netted in the first half stoppage time assisted by Cucho Hernandez and then set up goals for Rudy Camacho in the 72nd minute and Steven Moreira in 80th minute. Rossi created the most chances in the game. This performance comes at an extremely important time, as Rossi was without a goal involvement for three consecutive games before this.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Hernández, Rossi lead Columbus to 5-1 rout of New England in MLS

Cucho Hernández and Diego Rossi each had a goal and two assists and the surging Columbus Crew defeated the New England Revolution 5-1 in an MLS match

JUNE 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Columbus vs. Inter Miami CF Highlights | MLS on FOX

Christian Ramírez and Diego Rossi each score as Crew beat Nashville 2-0

Hernández, Rossi lead Columbus to 5-1 rout of New England in MLS