
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Columbus Crew
Columbus is off to an unbeaten start despite the departure of star striker Cucho Hernández but will be depleted by injuries and international call-ups for their first 2025 meeting with NYCFC.
Columbus is off to an unbeaten start despite the departure of star striker Cucho Hernández but will be depleted by injuries and international call-ups for their first 2025 meeting with NYCFC.
A rebuilt New England have yet to score this season, and managed just four shots on target in three games. How will they line up tomorrow without star attacker Leo Campana?
In the two games played so far this season, Orlando City scored 6 goals — and allowed 6. How will their defense hold up in The Bronx without center back Robin Jansson?
We learn why LAFC are unbothered by playing four games in 12 days, why the team are early season favorites, and why young players like David Martínez and Nathan Ordaz are the keys to their success.
Alex Windley of The Heron's Nest tells us about the new-look Inter Miami under Head Coach Javier Mascherano, and why Lionel Messi & Co will find a way to win on opening day.
Michael Battista tells us about momentum, gunning for the Eastern Conference Final, and why the Red Bulls backline is the X-factor.
We learn why Cincy are clicking, why the pitch dimensions at Citi Field are a concern, and why Obinna Nwobodo making or missing the Starting XI could determine the outcome.
Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press tells us about FC Cincinnati's poor run of form heading into the playoffs, the rotating backline, and why both team's defenses could be the X-factor.
Elias Grigoriadis of The Ball is Round Montreal tells us about CF Montréal's playoff chances, defensive struggles, and why the midfield will be the X-factor on Decision Day.
Ben Wright of Broadway Sports Media tells us about a struggling Nashville on track to miss the playoffs, but that are still capable of wins behind an in-form Hany Mukhtar.
Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press tells us about FC Cincinnati's attacking problems, defensive problems, and why you should never count our Luciano Acosta.
Michael Battista tells us about the injuries and international breaks that affected the Red Bulls, why they draw so much, and Emil Forsberg's (possible?) return from injury.
Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald tells us why she expects Lionel Messi to take the field at Yankee Stadium, and why Inter Miami should win.
Joe Lister of Philadelphia Soccer Now tells us why the Union continue to stumble and why the attacking duo of Tai Baribo and Mikael Uhre still could pose a threat.
Ted Meyer of RFK Refugees tells us about DC United's red-hot run of form, why Christian Benteke is no longer the only scoring threat, and how the buy-in to Troy Lesesnse's system is paying off.
Ty Fisher of Massive Report tells us about Columbus's unbeaten run, why the quick turnaround won't affect them, and why the Crew's defense is the X-factor.