Losada filled the voids with players who understood and embraced their roles, and in a stirring first half, United scored three goals against the reigning MLS Cup champions. D.C. conceded two midway through the second half before securing just its second away victory of the season and improving to 7-7-3 at the midway point of the league schedule.
“No matter who is starting, no matter who is playing, they are just giving their life for each other,” said Losada, whose team is unbeaten in four matches (2-0-2) and 3-1-2 over its past six.
Ola Kamara continued his scoring tear with two goals and Yordy Reyna posted his first two of the year as United handed Columbus (6-5-6) its first defeat in four home appearances since Lower.