Columbus Crew SC has conceded a total of 30 goals with a -13-goal differential that has contributed to the Black & Gold being in second to last place in Major League Soccer with 17 points, second only to league-newcomer and “Hell Is Real” rival, FC Cincinnati. And the margin between the Ohio teams is only three points.
While injuries and national team call-ups have played a part in the Crew’s massive struggles this season, it does not fully answer big, concerning tactical decisions that have not utilized players to succeed based on individual skills sets offensively.