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The international break is over — and now it’s time to see what kind of response we get.

The Columbus Crew return to MLS action with a high-stakes matchup against Atlanta United FC, and the timing couldn’t be more important. After a mixed run of early-season results, the break offered Columbus a chance to reset, recover, and refine key areas of concern.

On this episode of The Wisemen Say – A Columbus Soccer Podcast, we preview the showdown with Atlanta and discuss whether the Crew can turn the page. We break down the tactical matchup, where Columbus must be sharper defensively, and how the attack can rediscover its cutting edge.

In this episode:

⚽ What the international break may have fixed

📊 Key tactical matchups vs. Atlanta

🔥 Players to watch on both sides

🧠 Areas the Crew must improve immediately

📅 What a result would mean moving forward

Is this the turning point in the season — or another tough test for a team still searching for consistency?

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Heartbreak at the final whistle.

The Columbus Crew fall to Nashville SC in second-half stoppage time in a match that looked destined to end in a draw. Instead, a late defensive breakdown costs Columbus valuable points and raises early-season questions.

On this episode of The Wisemen Say – A Columbus Soccer Podcast, we break down the decisive moment, the tactical approach throughout the match, and why closing out games is quickly becoming a concern for the Crew.

We also highlight standout performances, analyze where things went wrong late, and discuss how Columbus can respond heading into the next stretch of the season.

If you’re following the ups and downs of the Columbus Crew in the 2026 Major League Soccer season, this is one you don’t want to miss.

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Bonus episode of The Wisemen Say! We’re diving deeper into the upcoming matchup between the Columbus Crew and Chicago Fire FC with a special guest appearance from Nick of Glass House Soccer.

In this crossover-style conversation, we get the Chicago perspective on the Fire’s start to the season, key tactical trends, and which players could cause problems for Columbus when the two Eastern Conference sides meet. We also discuss how the Crew’s attack — led by Diego Rossi and Wessam Abou Ali — could match up against Chicago’s defensive structure.

In this bonus episode:

⚽ Chicago Fire season outlook
📊 Tactical expectations for the match
🔥 Key players to watch on both sides
🧠 What each team must do to secure three points

If you’re getting ready for matchday, this is the perfect quick preview before kickoff.

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The Columbus Crew pick up their first point of the 2026 season, but it comes in a back-and-forth 2–2 draw on the road against Sporting Kansas City.

On this episode of The Wisemen Say, we break down a match that had momentum swings, big attacking moments, and continued defensive questions for Columbus.

Sporting Kansas City struck twice through a brace from Dejan Joveljić, but the Crew responded with goals from Wessam Abou Ali and Diego Rossi to salvage a point on the road.

We analyze how Columbus created their chances in the final third, the tactical adjustments throughout the match, and the defensive moments that allowed Kansas City to capitalize.

In this episode we discuss:

⚽ Key moments that defined the match
📊 Tactical breakdown of Columbus’ attacking play
🧠 Defensive concerns two matches into the season
⭐ Standout performances from both sides
📅 What the result means heading into the next match

It’s still early in the 2026 MLS season, but the storylines are already starting to emerge.

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The 2026 MLS season didn’t start the way Columbus envisioned.

On this episode of The Wisemen Say, we break down the Columbus Crew’s 3–2 season-opening loss on the road to the Portland Timbers. Was it defensive lapses? Game-state management? Or simply early-season rust under the lights?

We analyze the key tactical moments that swung the match, including where the Crew’s back line struggled in transition and how Portland capitalized in the final third. We’ll also evaluate individual performances — who impressed, who raised concerns, and what this result means heading into Matchday 2.

Plus:

• Positives to build on despite the loss

• Adjustments the coaching staff must consider immediately

• Early overreactions (and which ones we’re pumping the brakes on)

• Listener reactions from the opener

It’s one match in a long season — but opening night narratives can linger. Let’s break it all down.

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Ty Fisher, Jerald Lucas and Derik Abbott preview the 2026 Columbus Crew season opener against the Portland Timbers, with the help of Adam Susman of The Timber Review.

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Ty Fisher, Jerald Lucas and Derik Abbott rank all 30 2026 MLS kits from S-Tier to D-Tier.

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The guys are back with a brand new episode of The Wisemen Say – A Columbus Soccer Podcast, breaking down everything you need to know as the MLS season gets closer.

In this episode, we dive into:

• ⚽ Columbus Crew preseason takeaways — what’s real, what’s noise, and what’s encouraging

• 🔁 MLS transfer news & rumors — biggest signings, surprise moves, and who could be next

• 📊 Early league storylines — breakout candidates, teams flying under the radar, and preseason red flags

• 🎰 Over/Unders as we predict season totals

Whether you’re a die-hard Crew fan or just gearing up for another MLS season, this episode gets you ready for what’s ahead.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for weekly Columbus Crew & MLS coverage.
💛🖤 Glory to Columbus.

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