There are exactly two weeks remaining until the Columbus Crew begins the 2022 MLS regular season. Before that day circled on every supporter’s calendar gets here, the Black & Gold have a preseason to complete.
Saturday was the first chance that many had to see this retooled 2022 Crew roster, in the first of three matches of the Carolina Challenge Cup. Starting the tournament, Columbus controlled Inter Miami FC much of the match but still had to fight back for a 1-1 draw.
Before the whistle even blew to begin Saturday’s preseason friendly, the starting 11 grabbed attention.