Columbus Crew - January 15, 2026

The Crew Is Ready to Hit the Ground Running ⚽️

As the team gears up for the season, we’ve rounded up the latest...

The Crew is ready to hit the ground running as 2026 preseason kicks off ⚽️

The excitement is building as The Crew gears up for another unforgettable season!

We open on the road against the Portland Timbers on February 21 at 10:30 p.m., then square off with Sporting Kansas City on February 28 at 8:30 p.m. before bringing the energy home to the Fortress on March 7 at 7:30 p.m. for a showdown against Chicago Fire FC.

As the team prepares for this exciting first leg of preseason, we’ve rounded up the latest Crew news, insights and stories to keep you in the loop as we charge into the season.

Time to Lock In 🔐

A peek into the preseason schedule 📆

☑️ Jan. 10-11: Players report for entrance physicals and testing

☑️ Jan. 12-13: Training in Columbus

☀️ Jan. 13-23: Training camp in Clearwater, Fla.

🏠 Jan. 23 – Feb. 1: Training in Columbus

🌴 Feb. 1-14: Training camp in Palm Beach, Fla.

⚽️ Feb. 21: MLS Season Opener: Columbus Crew at Portland Timbers

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CONTRACT EXTENSION 🌟

The Columbus Crew announced that the Club signed Homegrown midfielder Sean Zawadzki to a multi-year contract extension through 2030.

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HOMEGROWN SIGNINGS 🏡
The Columbus Crew have signed defenders Quinton Elliot and Owen Presthus, and forward Chase Adams as Homegrown players.

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SECURING SEKOU ➕
The Columbus Crew have acquired midfielder Sekou Bangoura from Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona

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GROWING THE TEAM 💪

The Columbus Crew announced that the Club has signed goalkeeper Luke Pruter and midfielder Zach Zengue to First Team contracts.

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