Columbus Crew SC kicks off a three game homestand, all against Eastern Conference foes. New York City FC showed off some impressive offensive displays early, but their defense again struggled, now the City blues find themselves in seventh place in the East with a 3-3-1 record.
NYCFC has some dangerous offensive weapons. David Villa remains very good, Jack Harrison is more explosive every week, and Maxi Morales has shown sparks as he adapts to MLS.
The defense remains a work in progress. Ronald Matarrita will be out due to injury and NYCFC coach Patrick Vieira is still trying to figure out how to replace the vital left back.