Lead Story
Never say die attitude keeps Champions League dream alive
Down two goals at halftime, the Columbus Crew rallied to draw visiting Toluca in the first half of the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal. ASN’s John Zidar analyzes the match and provides player ratings for the home side. Be sure to check out the photo gallery of the match as well.
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Top of the Box
Active Crew discussions»Welcome to the newest feature on ASN, as we seek to further integration of the world’s soccer community (look out BigSoccer). These discussions are specific to the Columbus Crew. For general topics go here.
Also Noted
Makeshift Crew lineup to take on Toluca for spot in CCL semis»No Guillermo Barros Schelotto, no Frankie Hejduk, no Chad Marshall, no Jed Zayner=no chance for the Columbus Crew in tonight’s CONCACAF Champions League match-up with Toluca? Not so fast, says ASN’s new Crew beat writer. Danny O’Rourke and Brian Carroll have recovered from off season surgeries and should be in strong form. And the team still has an advantage on set pieces and should be able to create matchup problems on the wings.
Transfers
Mystery man revealed as Colombian striker Sergio Herrera»The Columbus Crew have signed Sergio Herrera, a source familiar with the matter confirmed to ASN Friday, Feb. 5. The 28-year old boasts an impressive goal scoring record in the Colombian, Brazilian and Saudi leagues. He has been training with the team in Florida.
Match Report
It’s men vs. boys as Crew blank U-17s»As might be expected, the Columbus Crew put the hurt on the Under-17 U.S. Men’s National Team Feb. 6. They played 105 minutes and netted eight goals by eight different players while keeping a clean sheet.
