Columbus Crew SC vs New England Revolution Match Preview
Two teams battle for their right to a playoff spot.
The season series comes to an end this Sunday between Columbus Crew SC and the New England Revolution. Both teams are fighting for their playoff hopes. The Revs have a better shot, but it could all vanish if they lose on the road. At the present moment, it’s not looking to good the New England.
In the last meeting, Columbus pulled out a 2-0 win at Gillette Stadium. Goals from Ethan Finlay and Federico Higuain gave Crew SC three points. Keeper Steve Clark also came up huge and
The Revs are looking to stay ahead of DC United and Orlando City SC. Meanwhile, Crew SC are looking to gain ground on the two said teams.
New England come into this match after a 3-1 win over the Montreal Impact. Star player Kelyn Rowe led the Revs with two goals. Following along with that was a goal by Kei Kamara.
On the opposition, Columbus is coming into this match with a well earned win under their belt. They won their previous match 4-1 over Orlando. Ola Kamara had another multi-goal game scoring two goals, and providing an assist. Midfielder Ethan Finlay scored the opener, followed by a Seb Hines own goal.
Who Will shine?
For Columbus, the most prolific goal scorer to most likely score is striker Ola Kamara. Although he was silenced in the last meeting, he is definitely going to make his mark. Leading the team with 13 goals, Kamara will breakthrough and have two goals.
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On the away side, the Crew SC backline will have their work cut out. Dealing with Kelyn Rowe, and former Crew SC striker Kei Kamara, this match will be back and forth. The two dynamic players will cause havoc to the home side.
Projected lineups: Crew SC and Revolution
Here are the projected lineups for both teams, starting with Columbus. They are under the direction of head coach and Sporting Dircetor Gregg Berhalter.
Clark;
Francis–Sauro–Parkhurst–Afful
Naess–Tchani
Meram–Saeid–Finlay
Kamara
Here is the projected lineup for New England. They are managed by head coach Jay Heaps.
Tierney–Goncalves–Woodberry–Farrell
Nguyen–Caldwell–Rowe
Fagundez–Agudelo
Kamara
Prediction
A crucial battle will end in a massive shootout, with hard fought duels sandwiched between. Columbus, however, will drop points at home, thus ending their playoff chances. Kei Kamara will get revenge on his former club, with two goals.
Columbus Crew SC 1-2 New England Revolution
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