Just three days after their lackluster showing the US Open Cup final, the New York Red Bulls travel to Ohio to take on a Columbus Crew side that is unbeaten in their last six matches.
It is not exactly the best time to be playing the Crew, as the team has been in fine form in recent weeks. Their surge since mid-August sees them sit in 5th place, just two points ahead of the Red Bulls in the standings. The Red Bulls do have two games in hand on the Crew, but this is a must win for both teams regardless of games remaining.