A killer attack and plenty of MLS NEXT Pro experience has made it a season to remember for Columbus Crew 2 fans. While results dropped off in the final month of the regular season, Crew 2's overall body of work in 2026 shows the makings of a potential contender.
The Capybaras have the third seed in the Eastern Conference, hosting New England Revolution II in the Conference Quarterfinals on Saturday (3 PM ET | MLSNEXTPro.com, OneFootball).
Season series
Crew 2 and Revs II have faced each other three times in 2026, and each has been close but Crew 2 is unbeaten. Crew 2 earned two shootout wins (July 15 and Sept. 13) over Revs II and one outright win, a 2-1 victory on April 18.
Player spotlight
Best XI selection and MVP contender Kevin Gbamblé is the straw that stirs Crew 2's drink. With 12g/11 a in over 2,000 minutes played, Gbamblé will be looked to for continued leadership and production come playoff time.
Striker Chase Adams is coming off his second 10-goal season in a row. Jamil Danjaji, a 16-year-old Crew Academy attacker, is also on the rise as one of the top young prospects in the league.
