Columbus Crew Defeats Philadelphia Union 1-0

Yaw Yeboah scored the only goal in Columbus Crew's 1-0 victory over Philadelphia Union on August 28, 2024, marking his first goal of the MLS season. Yeboah, who was substituted in during the 62nd minute, netted the match-winner in the 75th minute, helping the Crew secure their seventh away win of the season. This victory follows the Crew's recent triumph in the Leagues Cup, where they defeated LAFC to clinch the title. The Crew currently sit third in the Eastern Conference with 46 points, while the Union remain in 10th place, struggling with a 6-9-11 record. The match was characterized by fatigue from both teams due to the demands of the Leagues Cup, with several yellow cards issued for delay tactics. The Crew's solid performance on defense ensured they maintained their lead until the final whistle.