Columbus Crew Secures Spanish Midfielder Brais Mendez on a Multi‑Year Deal
Columbus has signed 29‑year‑old Brais Mendez to a contract through 2028‑29, adding top‑flight pedigree as the team pushes for a playoff spot.
Jul 2, 2026
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Columbus Crew to Host Burnley in Friendly Ahead of MLS Season
The Columbus Crew will welcome Burnley Football Club on July 12 in a historic friendly that highlights the team's strong record against overseas opponents and sets the stage for a decisive MLS stretch.
Jun 3, 2026
Tim Bezbatchenko Takes the Helm of Global Soccer at Haslam Sports Group
Tim Bezbatchenko, a veteran of global soccer leadership, has been appointed President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group, tasked with steering the Columbus Crew, the forthcoming Columbus NWSL team and broader soccer investments.
May 22, 2026
Tim Bezbatchenko Returns to Ohio as President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group
Tim Bezbatchenko is set to assume a senior leadership role overseeing Columbus NWSL 2028, Columbus Crew and future soccer investments after concluding his tenure at Black Knight Football Club.
May 22, 2026
Tim Bezbatchenko Returns to Ohio to Lead HSG’s Soccer Empire
Veteran soccer executive Tim Bezbatchenko is back in Ohio, now heading global soccer operations for Haslam Sports Group, where he will guide the Columbus Crew, the planned 2028 NWSL team and future investments.
May 22, 2026
Tim Bezbatchenko Returns to Ohio as President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group
Tim Bezbatchenko, a two‑time MLS Cup champion, is back in Ohio to oversee Haslam Sports Group's global soccer strategy, including a planned NWSL team debut in 2028 and broader investment initiatives.
May 22, 2026
Tim Bezbatchenko Returns to Ohio as President of Global Soccer for Haslam Sports Group
After a two‑year stint abroad, Tim Bezbatchenko is back in Ohio to oversee all sporting operations for Columbus NWSL 2028, the Columbus Crew, and HSG’s expanding soccer portfolio, reporting to owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam and working alongside President of Business Operations Mary Shepro
May 22, 2026