MLS Cup First Round Game 2: Columbus Crew Vs. New York Red Bulls
The Columbus Crew and New York Red Bulls will face off in the second game of the MLS Cup first round on Sunday, November 6. The match will be played at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio, and will start at 3:00 PM ET.
The Crew and Red Bulls are two of the most successful teams in MLS history, with each team having won two MLS Cups. The Crew won their titles in 2008 and 2020, while the Red Bulls won their titles in 1996 and 2015.
How to Watch
The match will be televised on ESPN and ESPN Deportes. It will also be streamed live on ESPN+.
What to Expect
The Crew and Red Bulls are both playing well heading into this match. The Crew finished the regular season with a 13-10-11 record, good for fourth place in the Eastern Conference. The Red Bulls finished the regular season with a 13-12-9 record, good for sixth place in the Eastern Conference.
The Crew are led by Gyasi Zardes, who scored 20 goals during the regular season. The Red Bulls are led by Patryk Klimala, who scored 13 goals during the regular season.
This is a must-win game for both teams. The winner will advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals, while the loser will see their season come to an end.