Last week, Columbus Crew 2 locked up the MLS NEXT Pro Central Division with a penalty kick shootout win against Orlando City B. This week, the Black & Gold could secure the top spot in the Eastern Conference with a win or a draw against the Chicago Fire II on Saturday evening. If Columbus loses this match, the team can still clinch the top spot in the East with a Toronto FC II loss or draw to Inter Miami II.
If Toronto does lose or draw, Crew 2 would know by halftime.