Once again, New York City FC jumped to an early lead against Columbus Crew at Lower.com field. And once again, they failed to close out the game and log just the third away win against Columbus since Wilfried Nancy took over as head coach.
It wasn't to be. New York City were the better team for much of the first half despite loosing goalkeeper Matt Freese to an early injury, but the MLS Cup holders found a way to get back into it, then seal the win with two stoppage-time goals.
Now it's time for you to rate the players.
• Alonso Martínez's three goals in two consecutive games is glass-half-full...
• ...but giving up three stoppage-time goals in two consecutive games is solidly half-empty.
• Let's see if Mounsef Bakrar's howitzer of a finish becomes a regular thing
• ...but giving up three stoppage-time goals in two consecutive games is solidly half-empty.
• Let's see if Mounsef Bakrar's howitzer of a finish becomes a regular thing
The ratings form will remain open until 11:59 pm on Sunday, September 1. Results will be published on the morning of Labor Day, which is Monday, September 2.
