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Everything you wanted to know about soccer, but were afraid to ask: The press

Hello, and welcome again to soccer for dummies. Or futbol for football fans. Or footy for Americans. Or how to enjoy a soccer game without feeling intimidated and overwhelmed. Regardless of where you come from, I hope to bring a little more clarity and a deeper understanding as you support Columbus Crew SC.

As the Crew prepares for the team’s MLS Cup first-round matchup against Eastern Conference foe, the New York Red Bulls, the Black & Gold are tasked with a major challenge: overcoming the press. A widely popular system, the press requires total buy-in and can be very dangerous.