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4 The Crew went LIVE from Retro Screamers on the eve of the U.S. Open Cup Final! Matt, Gabe, Brian, and Jay got together in Columbus for a special episode packed with soccer culture, rivalry bragging rights, and cup final anticipation. First, the guys sit down with Josh, owner of Retro Screamers, to talk about his store, vintage soccer kits, and the culture behind collecting football shirts. Then it's time to celebrate taking down FC Cincinnati in the Hell Is Real Derby! The crew breaks down the rivalry win, the biggest moments, and what the result means heading into one of the biggest matches of the season. Finally, the focus shifts to St. Louis CITY SC and the U.S. Open Cup Final. What does Columbus need to do to lift the trophy? What should fans be watching for? And can the Black & Gold finish the job? Recorded live at Retro Screamers the night before the final, this is 4 The Crew with the energy, opinions, and optimism of a fanbase ready for another trophy.

23 shots in the first half. 3 goals. 3 points. The Columbus Crew's attack came to life in a wild 3-1 victory over Charlotte FC! Matt and Gabe break down one of the Crew's most relentless attacking performances of the season, as Columbus responded to an early setback by absolutely peppering Charlotte's goal with chances. From Brais Mendez's clinical finish to Zaroury's breakthrough goal, the guys discuss the attacking combinations, individual performances, and mentality that helped Columbus take control of the match. Matt and Gabe discuss the chances Columbus conceded, whether the back line can be trusted, and what still needs to improve as the season approaches its most important stretch. Is the Crew's attack finally clicking at the right time? Or is it too little too late?

The Columbus Crew’s trip to Orlando ended in a frustrating 3-2 defeat, leaving plenty of questions for the Black & Gold. Matt and Gabe break down the Crew’s disastrous start, Taha Habroune’s equalizer, and the attacking moments that showed what this team can do. But defensive mistakes and questions surrounding Patrick Schulte’s performance ultimately overshadowed the positives. Should Schulte have done better on Griezmann’s free kick? Are the center backs still a major concern? And how can Columbus turn flashes of attacking brilliance into consistent results? We dig into what went wrong, what actually worked, and what this performance tells us about the Crew moving forward. Subscribe to 4 The Crew Podcast for honest, fan-driven Columbus Crew analysis, match reactions, and all the latest conversations surrounding the Black & Gold.

The USMNT is riding high after a perfect four-match international window, and Matt and Gabe are back with a quick 20-minute episode!First, the guys break down the USMNT's four straight wins, the performances that stood out, and what this run could mean for the team's future. Then, attention turns back to Columbus as they preview the upcoming matchup against Orlando City SC. To wrap things up, it's time for Keep 4, Cut 4: Crew Legends Edition! Four stay, four gotta go! A little USMNT talk, a Crew preview, and a fun game to end it. Let's get into it. Be sure to follow to never miss an episode!

Matt is joined by Tyler from BIGTVNSC for a special edition of The Massive Mic as they sit down with Kevin Egan, the lead studio host for MLS on Apple TV and the host of MLS 360.Kevin takes us through his incredible journey from growing up in Dublin to becoming one of the recognizable voices in American soccer broadcasting.The conversation covers his Irish and Chicago roots, how an injury helped push him toward broadcasting, and what it was like getting his start in television before eventually working across some of the biggest sports networks in the United States. Kevin also opens up about his time in WWE, the challenges of live television, and what happens when the chaos of one sport accidentally makes its way into another.The guys dive deep into MLS 360, what it's like trying to keep up with an entire league at once, and Kevin's perspective on the growth of MLS and where the league is headed. From Ireland to MLS to WWE and back to soccer, this is a conversation about broadcasting, the business of sports, and what it takes to thrive when anything can happen live on television.

THREE STRAIGHT WINS. Remember when the season felt completely lost? Matt, Gabe, Sam, and Brian are finally getting to enjoy some good vibes as the Columbus Crew defeat Inter Miami 2-1 to make it three straight wins in all competitions. After beating Orlando City in the US Open Cup semifinal, taking down CF Montréal in Canada, and now defeating Miami, the Crew have suddenly put together their best run of form in a long time. And this one felt different. The guys break down the 2-1 victory over Miami, the Crew's lineup and growing depth, the midfield performances from Santi Rodríguez and Brais Méndez, Anass' continued emergence, and how Columbus was able to exploit Miami's goalkeeping issues. We also talk about the biggest question coming out of the match: How can this team look so good now after everything we've watched earlier this season? The Crew finally have some momentum. The question now is whether they can keep it going.

WAIT… ARE WE ACTUALLY ALLOWED TO HAVE HOPE AGAIN? Gabe and Matt celebrate another Columbus Crew victory as the Crew defeat CF Montréal 2-0 in Canada and suddenly find themselves giving fans something they haven't had much of this season: hope. After everything that has happened, Gabe admits his brain is already starting to convince him that the Crew could somehow make the playoffs again. But should we actually believe it? Matt and Gabe break down the Crew's lineup, the lack of chances from both teams, and the moments that ultimately allowed Columbus to take control. They also dive into Mo Farsi's opening goal, the attacking lineup that Matt has been wanting to see, and what this recent run of results could mean for the Crew moving forward. Is this just a nice little winning streak? Or is Columbus actually starting to look like a team capable of making a late push? After spending so much of the season wondering what went wrong, maybe it's finally time to start asking what could go right.

THE CREW ARE GOING TO THE US OPEN CUP FINAL! Jay, Gabe, and Matt celebrate an unforgettable night as the Columbus Crew defeat Orlando City SC 2-1 in the US Open Cup semifinal to send Columbus to the final! For the first time since 2010, the Crew are heading back to the US Open Cup Final. The guys relive the emotions of the night, from the early goal and the nerves that followed to Columbus finding a way to hold on and finish the job. Matt also has to eat a little crow after questioning whether the Crew would be ready for the biggest game of the season, while Jay delivers the perfect summary of the night: “My life is complete right now.” The guys break down the Crew's set-piece goal, the performances of the new additions, Rodriguez's impact, the attacking battle between both teams, and what Columbus needs to do to finish the job in the final. The Crew are officially one game away from lifting the US Open Cup. After everything this team has been through this season, this is a night Crew fans won't forget.

After another late loss, it’s getting harder and harder to see where this Columbus Crew season goes from here. Matt, Gabe, and Sam break down the Crew’s 1-0 loss to Red Bull New York, another match where Columbus struggled to create in the final third before conceding late and leaving fans fuming. The guys break down the biggest problems, including the Crew’s lack of a killer instinct, defensive communication, missed opportunities, and a team that seems incapable of putting matches away. They also take a hard look at the roster moving forward. Should anyone feel safe heading into next season? Is a complete overhaul necessary? And after another late defeat, is there anything left to salvage from this season? It’s a brutally honest conversation about where the Crew are right now, where things went wrong, and what needs to change if Columbus wants to get back to being competitive.

The Columbus Crew finally have something to celebrate. After five straight losses, the Crew came out of nowhere with a dominant 3-0 win over the Colorado Rapids and Matt and Gabe are breaking down exactly how it happened.The guys discuss the surprising starting lineup, including a formation featuring THREE natural right-backs, Santi Rodríguez making his first start after just joining the team, and why these bold decisions paid off.They also break down Rodríguez's opening goal, the Crew's aggressive start, the team's ability to control the match without dominating possession. But is this actually a turning point?We won't have to wait to long to find out as the Crew prepare for a midweek matchup with DC United. Was the Colorado win a one-off, or did the Crew finally find something to build on?

The Columbus Crew are in the middle of their worst stretch of the season, and the frustration is reaching a boiling point. Brian, Matt, and Gabe break down the Crew's 3-1 loss to New England, the team's fifth consecutive defeat, and the growing concerns surrounding a team that desperately needs to find a way out of this slump. But there could be some hope on the horizon. With the summer transfer window officially closed, we take a deep dive into Columbus' moves, including the arrivals of Santiago Rodríguez and Anass Zaroury, along with the other changes made to the roster. Can these additions actually change the trajectory of the season? We also discuss the latest U.S. Open Cup news and what the competition could mean for a Crew team that needs something positive to happen. Finally, we look ahead to the upcoming matchup against the Colorado Rapids and ask what Columbus needs to do to finally snap this losing streak. Five straight losses. New players coming in. The Open Cup still alive. And the Crew desperately searching for answers. All in this episode!

Matt and Jay sit down with Bradley Wright-Phillips for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey from England to becoming one of the most prolific goalscorers in MLS history. BWP opens up about growing up with the family footballing legacy, the expectations he placed on himself, and more. We also talk about the culture shock of playing in MLS, the league's evolution, why he thinks the "retirement league" label is outdated, and what he loves about the freedom and unpredictability of MLS. And, of course, BWP tells some incredible stories from his playing days, including the match that he believes completely changed the trajectory of his career.

The Columbus Crew suffered another frustrating defeat, falling 3-2 to Nashville SC after a late collapse that once again exposed some of the team's biggest problems. The Crew showed flashes of quality, including a fantastic team goal finished by Mohamed Farsi, but those moments were overshadowed by defensive mistakes, missed assignments, and another late-game collapse. They also look at the bigger picture. Is this simply a bad stretch against one of MLS's best teams, or are these defensive and organizational problems becoming a fundamental issue with the team? The Crew lost 3-2. But the bigger conversation is about how they lost and what that says about where this team is heading...and the next place they are going is LA to play Club America...will it be a bounce back or stick Columbus deeper into their slump?? Edit: There were some video/audio syncing issues so we apologize for that in this episode!

A little bit of a longer episoide.... The Columbus Crew had a chance to get back on track against a CF Montreal team that had not won a game since May. Instead, they lost 2-1. Jay and Matt break down one of the most disheartening performances of the season and ask the question that is becoming harder and harder to ignore: what is going wrong with this team? From the opening minutes, Columbus never looked like the better side. We talk through the biggest moments of the match, the lack of energy and urgency, and why this felt like a game the Crew absolutely needed to win before an increasingly difficult stretch of the schedule. With injuries and absences continuing to affect the squad, how much of this falls on the players, how much falls on the roster construction, and how much can realistically change? The Crew have been in difficult spots before. But with stronger opponents coming up and little room left for more disappointing performances, the urgency is growing.

The Columbus Crew's loss to Charlotte was a rough one, but it also raised some much bigger questions about where this team stands heading into a massive stretch of the season. Matt, Gabe, and Jay break down the Crew's 3-1 loss to Charlotte, the biggest moments from the match, and what went wrong as Columbus failed to build on its recent momentum. Then we turn our attention to one of the biggest questions surrounding the roster: striker. Martinez, Adams, Tapia, Gazdag, Thiare...Who should be starting? Who deserves more minutes? And if you had to make some tough decisions, who are you starting, benching, or selling? We also preview the Crew's upcoming midweek clash with CF Montreal before taking a bigger look at the rest of the season. Columbus is still alive in three different competitions, and managing the squad, minutes, priorities, and expectations could define how this difficult season is remembered.