FC Cincinnati came from behind to beat their in-state rival, Columbus Crew, 2-1 during game three of the Round One Best-of-3 series in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs on Saturday night. Keep scrolling for everything we saw during FC Cincinnati’s game in front of a sold-out crowd at TQL Stadium.

Photos by Sam Chavez

FCC runs to corner to celebrate the game winning goal. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fireworks during the National Anthem. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Evander and Brenner walk back to their positions following Brenner’s game-winning goal. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fireworks during the National Anthem. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Brenner and teams watch as the second goal goes into the net. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
FCC runs to corner to celebrate the game-winning goal. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
The Bailey illuminated. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
FCC celebrates after Brenner’s first goal. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
The Bailey fans wave flags following Brenner’s first goal. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fans in The Bailey show their scarfs during the National Anthem. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Lukas Engel looks over Columbus Crew player. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Ender Echenique lays in pain after being fouled. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
The Bailey waving flags before the game. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Brenner warming up. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Roman Celentano stand in an empty backfield. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Roman Celentano goal kick. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Nick Hagglund applauds The Bailey before the game. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Kévin Denkey runs up the field with the ball. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Brenner shooting during warmups. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Ender Echenique passes the ball midair. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Nick Hagglund applauds the fans before the game. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Ender Echenique warming up. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
FCC Players bow before The Bailey. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Nick Hagglund stands in an empty backfield. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Roman Celentano takes a breath after making a save. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Nick Hagglund fights for the ball. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
FCC flag flies in The Bailey. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Nick Hagglund dribbles near the goal. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fans in The Bailey. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Nick Hagglund applauds The Bailey before the game. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Roman Celentano goal kick. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fan with megaphone cheers on the team. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Team huddles before first whistle. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fans in The Bailey. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez
Fans in The Bailey scream. | FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew | Nov. 8, 2025 Photo: Sam Chavez