Fullbacks have long been key elements in Columbus Crew’s playing system. The trend that started with former head coach Gregg Berhalter continued, even if with a few tweaks, in the Caleb Porter era and it was no different in 2020.
Last year, however, the Black & Gold wide players contributed to the team’s MLS Cup-winning campaign in a distinct way. Instead of piling up a huge number of assists or insistently getting to the end line to cross the ball in the penalty box, they made their importance felt with minor contributions and solid performances when it mattered.