Massive Report · Oct 19, 2020
The Crew clinch 2020 MLS Cup playoff spot
Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Despite a run of shaky performances, the Columbus Crew find itself in a position to challenge for the biggest prize in Major League Soccer, the MLS Cup. Following both a Sunday 3-1 win against New York City FC and Atlanta United FC’s 1-0 loss to Toronto FC, the Crew officially booked a spot in the 2020 MLS Cup playoffs.
Sunday’s playoff-clinching victory was the Crew’s first win since Sept. 23, a 2-1 home win against Minnesota United. The 10th win of the season secured the postseason berth for the first time since 2018 when Gregg Berhalter was last in charge. That year, Columbus fell to New York Red Bulls in the Eastern Conference semifinals.