# MLS matches between D.C. United and Columbus Crew

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mls-matches-between-dc-united-and-columbus-crew
> Updated: 2026-09-11T07:30:14.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In early September 2026, D.C. United and Columbus Crew faced each other in two Major League Soccer matches. 

In the first encounter, D.C. United secured a 2-1 victory at Audi Field. Tai Baribo, returning from a knee injury, scored twice in the first half to break a winless streak against the Crew that had persisted since 2021. 

In the subsequent match on September 9, Columbus Crew reversed the result with a 2-1 win. Santiago Rodríguez scored the decisive goal for the Crew. While D.C. United coach Rene Weiler noted the positive impact of players like Kimito Nono, the loss occurred as Columbus Crew sought critical points for playoff positioning.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-11: Columbus Crew defeats DC United 2-1 in MLS match

Columbus Crew defeated DC United 2-1 in an MLS matchup, with Santiago Rodríguez scoring the decisive goal to aid the Crew's playoff ambitions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/columbus-crew-defeats-dc-united-2-1-in-mls-match

### 2026-09-08: D.C. United defeats Columbus Crew 2-1 behind Tai Baribo brace

Tai Baribo scored twice to lead D.C. United to a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Crew, ending a long winless streak against the opponent.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dc-united-defeats-columbus-crew-2-1-behind-tai-baribo-brace

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