DC United vs Columbus Crew Highlights & Replay

The atmosphere was electric as two heavyweights took to the pitch for a highly anticipated clash in Major League Soccer. With both sides desperate for points, the opening stages suggested a tactical battle that would require precision and patience to unlock.

Baribo Strikes Twice in the First Half

The match, held on September 10, 2026, began with a flurry of physical challenges as the referee was forced to distribute early yellow cards to Tarun Karumanchi, Peglow, and Cesar Ruvalcaba. However, the deadlock was finally broken in the 24th minute when Tai Baribo latched onto a pass from Louis Munteanu to give DC United the lead. The momentum stayed firmly with the hosts, and Baribo doubled his tally in the 37th minute. Assisted by Kimito Nono, the striker’s clinical finish put the Seattle Sounders FC defense under immense pressure heading into the break.

Seattle Fights Back Amid Late Drama

The second half saw an immediate shift in momentum as the visitors looked to claw their way back into the contest. In the 49th minute, Santiago Rodriguez found the back of the net following an assist from Josef Martinez, narrowing the deficit to 2-1. The game grew increasingly tense, with Kye Rowles receiving a yellow card in the 57th minute as challenges flew in. Despite a late push from Seattle Sounders FC and a series of tactical substitutions, DC United managed to stabilize their defense. A late yellow card for goalkeeper Sean Johnson in stoppage time added to the drama, but the final whistle at 90+7' confirmed a hard-fought victory for the home side.