After opening the MLS Cup playoffs with one of the best Major League Soccer games in recent memory, Columbus Crew SC advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinal where New York City FC awaits.
These two teams now take part in a two-leg, aggregate goal series beginning tonight in Columbus and ending Sunday in New York City.
The Citizens finished in second place in the East and therefore did not take part in the one-game knockout round. The team’s last match was the 2-2 draw with the Black & Gold at Citi Field on Decision Day.