With three spots remaining in the Eastern Conference side of the MLS Cup Playoffs, Saturday’s match between the Montreal Impact and Columbus Crew SC is crucial for both teams. Montreal will be looking to bounce back from a disastrous 5-0 loss to playoff hunt opponent DC United this past weekend in a nearly must-win game. Columbus Crew SC, on the other hand, come into the match off of a 0-0 draw against Philadelphia Union. Columbus can clinch a playoff spot with a win or a draw in this match.
Both teams in this match have struggled to put it together on offense this season.