Core Four: Final Test in Columbus

Carolina Core FC hits the road for one final time in 2026 as the Foxes travel to face Columbus Crew 2 in the regular-season finale. Coming off a thrilling comeback and shootout victory over Crown Legacy FC, the Core will look to carry that momentum into Columbus and close out the campaign on a high note.

1 - One Final Push

Carolina Core FC enters its final match of the 2026 season looking to close the campaign on a strong note against Columbus Crew 2. After battling back from a two-goal halftime deficit against Crown Legacy FC in its previous match, the Foxes will look to carry that fight and momentum into their final 90 minutes of the year.

25 - Player to Watch: Thomas Raimbault

Thomas Raimbault enters the final match of the season after making an impact in Carolina Core FC’s comeback against Crown Legacy FC. With the Foxes trailing 2-0, Raimbault found the back of the net to cut the deficit to 2-1 and spark Carolina Core’s second-half response. The forward will look to carry that attacking momentum into the season finale against Columbus Crew 2.

90 - Fighting Until the Finish

The Foxes showed their resilience once again against Crown Legacy FC, scoring twice after halftime to erase a 2-0 deficit before earning the extra point in a 4-3 penalty shootout victory. Carolina Core will look to bring that same mentality into Columbus as the club takes the field for the final time in 2026.

28 - Final Test in Columbus

Carolina Core closes its season against a Columbus Crew 2 side that has secured a spot in the MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs and is still competing for postseason positioning. The matchup gives the Foxes an opportunity to test themselves against one of the Eastern Conference's playoff-bound teams and finish the season with a strong road performance.