The 2024 Columbus Crew season is here. What you need to know
After finishing the 2023 season as MLS Cup champions, the Crew will begin their quest for another championship Saturday afternoon.
Wilfried Nancy and company will begin the 2024 season Saturday at Lower.com Field against Atlanta United.
The Crew will try to become the first team to win back-to-back MLS Cups since L.A. Galaxy in 2011 and 2012.
Here's what you need to know ahead of the season's start Saturday.
When is the Columbus Crew 2024 season opener?
The Crew will open the 2024 season at home Feb. 24 against Atlanta United. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m.
How to watch Columbus Crew games in 2024
Every MLS match, including the Leagues Cup and the MLS Cup Playoffs, will be streamed on MLS Season Pass through Apple TV.
For Apple TV subscribers, MLS Season Pass costs $12.99 per month or $79 for the season.
For non-Apple TV subscribers, MLS Season Pass costs $14.99 per month or $99 for the season.
How to listen to Columbus Crew games in 2024
Columbus Crew games will be broadcast on WXZX-FM (105.7) and the iHeart Radio app this season.
Chris Doran will continue to serve as the play-by-play announcer during the broadcasts.
How much are Crew tickets at Lower.com Field?
Single-game ticket prices fluctuate for each game.
For the Crew's opener against Atlanta United Feb. 24, resale tickets start at $45.
Single-game ticket price information can be found through the Crew's website.
When is the 2024 MLS All-Star Game in Columbus?
The MLS All Star Game is returning to Columbus in 2024.
The All Star Game will be held at Lower.com Field July 24 as part of the league's All-Star week, which also includes the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge.
Columbus will host the All Star Game for the third time after hosting in 2000 and 2005.
'Hell is Real' game dates
The Crew vs. FC Cincinnati rivalry will continue in 2024.
2024 will bring two editions of the "Hell is Real" rivalry. The Crew will host FC Cincinnati May 11 before the Crew take on FC Cincinnati on the road Sept. 14.
When is Lionel Messi coming to Columbus?
The Crew will have two chances to see Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF during the 2024 season.
The Crew will first face Inter Miami CF on the road June 19 before Messi and Inter Miami CF come to Columbus Oct. 2 for the Crew's second-to-last home game of the regular season.
Tickets for the Crew vs. Inter Miami CF start are starting at $229 on Ticketmaster.
Will the Crew host a Concacaf Champions Cup game?
The Crew will host a Concacaf Champions Cup game in Columbus March 12.
After winning the 2023 MLS Cup, the Crew earned a first-round bye in the Concacaf Champions Cup, and will take on the winner of Houston Dynamo FC and St. Louis CITY SC in the Round of 16.
The Crew's first Concacaf Champions Cup game will be on the road March 6.
Columbus Crew schedule 2024
Here's a look at the Crew's 2024 MLS regular-season schedule:
February
Crew vs. Atlanta United: 2 p.m, Feb. 24.; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
March
Crew at Minnesota United: 2 p.m., March 2; Allianz Field, Saint Paul, Minnesota
Crew vs. Chicago Fire FC: 7:30 p.m., March 9; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew vs. New York Red Bulls: 7:30 p.m., March 16; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at Charlotte FC: 7:30 p.m., March 23; Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina
Crew at Nashville SC: 8:30 p.m., March 30; GEODIS Park, Nashville, Tennessee
April
Crew vs. D.C. United: 7:30 p.m., April 6; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at Real Salt Lake: 9:30 p.m., April 14; America First Field; Sandy, Utah
Crew vs. Portland Timbers: 7:30 p.m., April 20; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew vs. CF Montreal: 7:30 p.m., April 27; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
May
Crew vs. FC Cincinnati: 7:30 p.m., May 11; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at CF Montreal: 7:30 p.m., May 15; Stade Saputo, Montreal, Quebec
Crew at Chicago Fire FC: 8:30 p.m., May 18; Solider Field, Chicago, Illinois
Crew at Orlando City: 7:30 p.m., May 25; INTER&CO Stadium, Orlando, Florida
Crew vs. New England Revolution: 7:30 p.m., May 29: Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
June
Crew vs. Seattle Sounders FC: 7:30 p.m., June 1; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at New York City FC: 7:30 p.m., June 14; Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York
Crew at Inter Miami CF: 7:30 p.m. June 19, DRV PNK Stadium; Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Crew vs. Sporting Kansas City: 7:30 p.m., June 22; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at New England Revolution: 7:30 p.m., June 29; Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts
July
Crew vs. Nashville SC: 7:30 p.m., July 3; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew vs. Toronto FC: 7:30 p.m., July 6; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at Los Angeles Football Club: 10:30 p.m., July 13; BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California
Crew vs. Charlotte FC: 7:30 p.m., July 17; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at Atlanta United: 7:30 p.m., July 20; Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
August
Crew at Philadelphia Union: 7:30 p.m., Aug. 24; Subaru Park, Chester, Pennsylvania
Crew vs. New York City SC: 7:30 p.m., Aug. 31; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
September
Crew at FC Cincinnati: 7:30 p.m., Sept. 14; TQL Stadium, Cincinnati, Ohio
Crew at Toronto FC: 7:30 p.m., Sept. 18; BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario
Crew vs. Orlando City: 7:30 p.m., Sept. 21; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at D.C. United; 7:30 p.m., Sept. 28; Audi Field, Washington D.C.
October
Crew vs. Inter Miami CF: 7:30 p.m., Oct. 2; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew vs. Philadelphia Union: 7:30 p.m., Oct. 5; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio
Crew at New York Red Bulls: 6 p.m., Oct. 19; Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New Jersey
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This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: Columbus Crew to begin 2024 season: What to know
