On Mar 18th, New York Red Bulls will host Columbus Crew at Red Bull Arena, Harrison in a meeting of these two closely matched Major League Soccer teams. Weather on match day is looking like a cloudy and cold day, with daytime temperatures of only 1 degrees, making for an unpleasant day. New York Red Bulls is fresh off their 1-1 draw against Minnesota United. Bongokuhle Hlongwane struck first for Minnesota United in the 18th minute, but Andrés Reyes got the equalizer for New York Red Bulls in the 49th minute earning New York Red Bulls at least a draw. They’re hoping to improve on their recent performance, having earned only 9 points in their last 10 matches, while columbus Crew is fresh off their 1-1 draw against Toronto. Deandre Kerr struck first for Toronto in the 24th minute on a feed from Jonathan Osorio, then in the 75th minute, Morris sent in a beautiful pass which was converted by Jimmy Medranda earning Columbus Crew a comeback draw. Columbus Crew is looking for direction having earned 11 points in their last 10 matches.
This match will be the first time these two teams face eachother this season. Last season Columbus Crew won the head to head battle with 1 win and 1 draw.
Lucas Zelarayán has been the most effective weapon for Columbus Crew lately. The Argentinian midfielder has netted 2 goals in his last five matches.