Columbus Crew knock out Inter Miami, ending Leagues Cup title defense

Columbus Crew pulled off a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Inter Miami, securing their place in the Leagues Cup semifinals. This win, marked by their relentless effort, epitomizes the spirited resilience that has come to define the Wilfried Nancy era.

Even without Lionel Messi, who is still recovering from an ankle injury sustained during Copa America, Inter Miami controlled the first 63 minutes of the match. The Herons took the lead early, with Paraguayan winger Matias Rojas scoring his fourth goal of the tournament just 10 minutes in. Following a quiet period towards the end of the first half, Tata Martino's team extended their advantage with a goal from Diego Gomez in the 63rd minute of the second half.

Then the momentum shifted. Columbus Crew equalized within seven minutes, with Christian Ramirez heading in a goal in the 67th minute and Diego Rossi scoring a powerful strike in the 69th minute to level the score.

Riding the wave of momentum, Diego Rossi scored his second goal and Columbus' third in the 81st minute, capping off their dramatic comeback.