Daniel Gazdag and Lassi Lappalainen both scored their first goals for Columbus Crew in a 2-1 victory over D.C. United. Gazdag had struggled to score in his initial 15 games after joining the team, while Lappalainen had faced injuries since his transfer. Coach Wilfried Nancy emphasized the importance of their goals for team morale and the need to build Lappalainen's confidence. Orlando City, their next opponent, is trailing in the standings, having recently ended a winless streak.
Daniel Gazdag expressed his gratitude towards the team, saying, 'They welcomed me very well from day one. I never felt anything like I wouldn't get the ball or something like that. I didn't score the goal because of myself.'
Wilfried Nancy highlighted the significance of Gazdag's and Lappalainen's goals, stating, 'Daniel, we know he wanted to score, and this is normal.' He emphasized giving Lappalainen confidence after a challenging period.
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