Columbus Crew SC hosts a winless Portland Timbers side with a chance to climb into first place in the Eastern Conference. After last week’s loss to Montreal Impact, the Black & Gold is a point off of the pacesetting D.C. United.
The Crew will be looking for goals. Through seven games, the team has scored seven goals. It’s the worst total among current MLS playoff teams. They face the league’s second-worst defense and will be looking to get on track.
The Timbers are on the road until June as Providence Park is renovated.