Wessam Abou Ali's brace leads Columbus to first '26 win at Atlanta
- Posted on April 5, 2026
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In brief
Columbus Crew secured their first victory of the 2026 season with an impressive 3-1 away performance against Atlanta United. Wessam Abou Ali proved to be the decisive factor, netting two crucial second-half goals to break the deadlock. Max Arfsten contributed significantly to the offensive display with both a goal and an assist. The commanding victory marks a crucial turning point for Columbus after a challenging start to their campaign.
Wessam Abou Ali's brace leads Columbus to first '26 win at Atlanta
Wessam Abou Ali scored a pair of goals in the second half, Max Arfsten added a goal and assist, and the Columbus Crew defeated host Atlanta United 3-1 for their first win of the season on Saturday.
