FC Cincinnati Triumphs Over Columbus Crew in Heated 'Hell is Real' Derby

FC Cincinnati secures a significant 2-1 victory against Columbus Crew, marking their first MLS home loss since April 2023.

Kevin Kelsy and Luciano Acosta scored for Cincinnati, breaking a scoreless deadlock after 70 minutes.
Max Arfsten narrowed the gap with a late goal for Columbus, but it wasn't enough to overturn the result.
The match was part of the MLS Rivalry Week, spotlighting the intense competition between the two Ohio-based teams.
This defeat ends Columbus Crew's year-long unbeaten streak at home in regular-season play.
Multiple streaming platforms offered free access to the live broadcast, reflecting the high interest in this rivalry match.