Open Cup contenders rally home crowd ahead of October 21 match

Supporters urged to wear black at the Fortress on Wednesday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Stoke the fire within ourselves 😤🔥 https://t.co/HEwn2A8jVn Via @ColumbusCrew on X

What happened: Coming off an Ohio derby victory highlighted by a one-goal, one-assist Man of the Match performance, the club issued a rallying call for its October 21 Open Cup fixture.

Why it matters: The quick turnaround shifts focus from state rivalry play in the 2026 MLS regular season to cup competition at home.

What to watch: Open Cup action kicks off October 21 at the Fortress.

Sources

@ColumbusCrew 2026-10-19T00:00:07.601473+00:00

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