Columbus Crew to Face LAFC in Leagues Cup Final

The Columbus Crew secured a spot in the Leagues Cup final with a 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Union, highlighted by Diego Rossi's two goals. The Crew will face Los Angeles FC, who triumphed 4-0 over the Colorado Rapids in the other semifinal, marking a rematch of the 2023 MLS Cup, which Columbus won. LAFC's Mateusz Bogusz and Kei Kamara scored first-half goals, followed by Denis Bouanga and Lewis O'Brien in the second half to seal their dominant win. The final will take place on Sunday at Lower.com Field, where LAFC aims to avenge their previous loss to the Crew. Both teams have also secured berths in the 2025 CONCACAF Champions Cup. The Philadelphia Union will host the Rapids in a third-place match, with the winner also earning a Champions Cup spot.