The New York Red Bulls have turned into one of the toughest opponents for Columbus Crew SC in Major League Soccer in recent years. Two of the league’s original franchises, the teams played each other 68 times so far, with the Red Bulls winning 30 of them and Crew SC 27.
The teams, who are set to play again this Saturday at the Red Bull Arena, in New Jersey, are known around the league for their well-organized styles of play, even if they do it in distinct ways.
Head coach Gregg Berhalter, who has had the Red Bulls as an opponent 13 times since he took over, with four victories, six setbacks and three ties, knows what to expect when the teams cross paths again this weekend.