After a disappointing mid-week 1-0 loss to FC Cincinnati in the first edition of the “Hell is Real” derby, which led to a premature exit on the U.S. Open Cup, Columbus Crew SC switches the key to focus on Major League Soccer again.
And they should do it fast. Not only because their Saturday rivals Atlanta United have the most productive attack in the league so far with 28 goals scored, but also because speed is a word in high demand when talking about the expansion franchise.
When asked by reporters about what the biggest challenges of playing against Atlanta United were, head coach Gregg Berhalter did not hesitate.