Fans will be wondering which Steve Clark they will see this year, the one who was a MLS Goalkeeper of the Year finalist or the one who gave up a memorable MLS Cup goal.
Columbus Crew SC plays an exacting style of soccer. Its possession oriented and built off of building from the back. The defense pushes up to join the attack. That puts significant responsibility on the goalkeepers.
Gregg Berhalter expects a lot from his goalkeepers. Possession starts when the goalkeeper makes a save and Berhalter wants to keep the ball. The ‘keepers look to play the ball out of the back.