Columbus Crew Misses Playoffs after Loss to FC Cincinnati
Crew falls to FC Cincinnati 2-1 in the final game of the MLS regular season
The Columbus Crew's hopes of making the MLS playoffs came to an end on Sunday after a 2-1 loss to FC Cincinnati in the final game of the regular season. The Crew needed a win to have a chance at a playoff berth, but they were unable to get the result they needed against their in-state rivals.
Crew's struggles continue:
The Crew's loss to Cincinnati was their third straight defeat and their sixth in their last seven games. The Crew have struggled all season long, and they finished the year with a record of 10-18-6. This is the first time that the Crew have failed to make the playoffs since 2015.
Porter's future in doubt:
The Crew's disappointing season has led to speculation about the future of head coach Caleb Porter. Porter is in his fourth season with the Crew, and he has a record of 54-48-32. The Crew have not won a trophy under Porter, and they have only made the playoffs once in his three seasons in charge.
What's next for the Crew?
The Crew will now have to look ahead to the 2023 season. The Crew will have a number of key players returning, including Lucas Zelarayan, Darlington Nagbe, and Gyasi Zardes. The Crew will also have a new general manager in place, as Dave Kasper was fired earlier this season.
The Crew will need to make some changes if they want to be a contender in 2023. The Crew need to improve their defense, and they need to find a way to score more goals. The Crew also need to find a way to get more consistent, as they have been too up-and-down this season.
The Crew's loss to Cincinnati was a disappointing end to a disappointing season. However, the Crew have a lot of potential, and they should be able to bounce back in 2023.
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