Photos: Crew Ties Orlando 1-1

Columbus Crew's home scoring drought ends, but key injury mars result

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:56pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a soccer match, with players' forms abstracted into angular, overlapping shapes in a vibrant color palette, conveying the dynamic energy of the game.An abstract, cubist-inspired illustration captures the intensity and fractured nature of the Columbus Crew's home draw against Orlando City FC.Columbus Today

The Columbus Crew and Orlando City FC played to a 1-1 draw in a Sunday evening match at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio. An early goal from Orlando's Marco Pasalic put the Crew in an early hole, but a late strike from Diego Rossi salvaged a point for the home team. However, the Crew suffered a concerning injury to leading scorer Wessam Abou Ali, who had to be stretchered off in the first half.

Why it matters

The Crew have struggled at home this season, failing to win several matches at Lower.com Field. This draw extends their winless run at home, raising concerns about their ability to defend their home turf and make a push up the Eastern Conference standings.

The details

Orlando took the lead in the 14th minute through a goal from Marco Pasalic. The Crew grew into the game and finally found an equalizer in the 80th minute courtesy of a spectacular finish from Diego Rossi. Despite dominating possession and outshooting Orlando, the Crew were unable to find a winner, extending their home winless streak.

  • The match took place on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
  • Orlando took the lead in the 14th minute.
  • Diego Rossi scored the equalizer for the Crew in the 80th minute.

The players

Marco Pasalic

Orlando City FC midfielder who scored the opening goal for the visitors.

Diego Rossi

Columbus Crew forward who scored the late equalizer for the home team.

Wessam Abou Ali

Columbus Crew's leading scorer who had to be stretchered off the field with an injury in the first half.

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What they’re saying

“We're disappointed not to get the three points at home, but the effort and fight from the guys was there. Losing Wessam is a big blow, and we'll have to see the extent of the injury.”

— Caleb Porter, Columbus Crew Head Coach

What’s next

The Crew will return to U.S. Open Cup action during the midweek before traveling to face the New England Revolution, followed by a home match against the LA Galaxy.

The takeaway

The Crew's continued struggles at home and the potential loss of leading scorer Wessam Abou Ali are concerning signs as the team looks to climb the Eastern Conference table. The team will need to find a way to win at Lower.com Field and overcome key injuries if they hope to contend for a playoff spot.