The second Hell is Real matchup of 2020 lacked the sizzle of the first matchup at the MLS is Back Tournament over a month ago as the Columbus Crew SC offensive slump continued in the face of a fierce rearguard action while the defense held fast against the punchless FC Cincinnati offense. Cincinnati appeared happy to have the point from the 0-0 tie, while Columbus will see this as points dropped.
The Black & Gold welcomed back a trio from the injury list as playmaking Argentine Lucas Zelarayan, winger Youness Mokhtar and goalkeeper Eloy Room returned to the lineup.