2010 MLS Cup Final vs Columbus Crew
The Crew have won eight major trophies, including MLS Cups in 2008, 2020, and 2023.
The Columbus Crew are an American professional soccer club based in Columbus, Ohio. The club competes in Major League Soccer (MLS) as a member of the Eastern Conference. The team began play in 1996 as one of the 10 charter clubs of the league.
- Date
- December 12, 2010
- Venue
- BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario
- Opponent
- FC Dallas
- Result
- 2-1 (after extra time)
- MVP
- Conor Casey
Lore & Background
The Crew have won eight major trophies: the MLS Cup in 2008, 2020 and 2023; the Supporters' Shield in 2004, 2008, and 2009; the 2002 U.S. Open Cup; and the Leagues Cup in 2024. The Crew have qualified for the CONCACAF Champions Cup (or its predecessor, the CONCACAF Champions League) six times, reaching the quarter-finals on five occasions. In 2021, the club won their first continental trophy by winning the Campeones Cup, and in 2024, the Crew advanced to their first Champions' Cup final.
In Their Own Story
The wind howled across the emerald pitch at Qwest Field, carrying the roar of sixty-seven thousand throats into the freezing night air. On the sideline, Coach Sigi Schmid watched as his team held firm against a desperate Crew attack. The tension was palpable, a physical weight in the cold Seattle winter. Then came the moment: Keller's dive, the ball hitting his glove, and the eruption of green that followed, turning a quiet stadium into a cauldron of pure euphoria.
Reader's Guide
The franchise was founded in 1994. Its stadium is ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, opened in 2021. From 1999 to 2021, the Crew played home games at Historic Crew Stadium (formerly Mapfre Stadium and Columbus Crew Stadium), the first soccer-specific stadium built for an MLS team, with a seating capacity of 19,968 as of the 2015 season. From 1996 to 1998, the Crew played its home games at Ohio Stadium on the campus of Ohio State University. In 2023, the team set club attendance records for both most cumulative attendance and most sellouts.
Did You Know?
- The Crew were originally tentatively named the Columbus Eclipse in their application to the league.
- The team's first crest featured three shadowed men in hard hats representing construction workers and Midwestern work ethic.
- Columbus Crew supporters began using the term 'Massive' to describe the club and city, at first ironically, then as a term of pride.
- The Crew won their first U.S. Open Cup in 2002, beating LA Galaxy 1–0 in the final.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final result of the match?
The game ended in a scoreless draw after extra time, with Seattle winning 4-0 on penalties. Kasey Keller made critical saves to ensure victory for the home side.
Where and when did this championship take place?
This historic match occurred at Qwest Field in Seattle on December 12, 2010. Fans braved freezing winds to witness the Sounders' first major title win.
Who was named the Most Valuable Player?
Goalkeeper Kasey Keller earned the MLS Cup MVP award for his heroic performance between the posts. His saves were instrumental in securing the championship trophy.
Why is this victory considered iconic for the club?
This win marked the Sounders' first major trophy only two years after entering Major League Soccer. It proved the team could succeed immediately and established them as a powerhouse on home soil.
Which team did Seattle defeat to claim the title?
The Sounders faced off against the Columbus Crew in the final match of the season. Defeating them solidified Seattle's place as the 2010 MLS champions.
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