Leagues Cup roundup: Crew KO defending champ Miami

Aug 13, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Crew forward Diego Rossi (10) dribbles second half against the Inter Miami at Lower.com. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Diego Rossi scored a second-half brace and the host Columbus Crew rallied from two goals down to earn a 3-2 Leagues Cup round-of-16 victory over defending tournament champions Inter Miami on Tuesday night.

Christian Ramirez also scored to begin the reigning MLS Cup champions' comeback, which was completed in the space of 14 minutes to secure a home quarterfinal against New York City FC on Saturday. The Crew are looking to reach a second major continental final in 2024 after finishing runner-up in the CONCACAF Champions Cup in June.