Columbus Crew SC face expansion Atlanta United for their first league matchup. Both are battling for position in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
Both teams played midweek as they travelled for the Open Cup. Crew SC played a very strong side with Federico Higuain, Justin Meram, and Wil Trapp among key players playing a full 90 minutes. Berhalter has promised four of five new starters.
Atlanta United was victorious midweek in their first time in the Open Cup. Coming off the thrilling come from behind win, they will be backed by a capacity crowd.
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Loud and Clear: It’s going to be a big and loud crowd as Atlanta has gotten behind their team and unlike the midweek game against FC Cincinnati, the home side will attack.