Henrik Rydström won his first match as coach of Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer, but was fined afterward. The incident occurred at the end of the MLS match between Columbus Crew and Atlanta United, where Rydström reportedly told Atlanta United player Elias Baez to "håll käften" (shut up). According to reports, Atlanta United's goalkeeper Lucas Hoyos, assistant coaches Gede Martino and Jorge Theiler, and Columbus Crew's assistant coaches Phil Boerger and Josh Williams were also fined for inciting tension.
Atlanta United's coach Tata Martino was ejected during the altercation and is suspended for the next match. The match ended 3-1 in favor of Columbus Crew. It is unclear how high the fines will be.
håll käften