Columbus Crew beat Cincinnati 2-0 in MLS

The match between FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew, played as part of matchday 30 of MLS, ended in a 2-0 win for Columbus Crew at their host's stadium.

The goals of the match were scored by Gonzalo Andrés Tapia Dubournais in the 22nd minute and Taha Habroune in the 54th minute, sealing the win for Columbus Crew.

Despite the defeat, FC Cincinnati dominated possession with 55 per cent against 45 per cent for Columbus Crew, and recorded 23 shots compared to just 3 for their opponents, including 7 on target against 2, yet their efficiency was lacking.

Statistics showed FC Cincinnati's superiority in the number of passes with 608 against 287 for Columbus Crew, while Columbus Crew had more fouls with 16 against 13 and more offsides with 4 against 2.

Columbus Crew goalkeeper Patrick Schulte received the man of the match award, after making 7 saves across the full 90 minutes, achieving a performance rating of 8.32.

The match saw no red cards, while each team received two yellow cards, and the match was officiated by referee Drew Fischer.

With this result, FC Cincinnati's tally remained at 36 points in 9th place in the Eastern Conference after playing 28 matches, winning 9, drawing 9 and losing 10, while Columbus Crew raised their tally to 32 points in 13th place after playing 29 matches, winning 9, drawing 5 and losing 15.