After an electric opener at Lower.com Field last Saturday, the Columbus Crew continues its tour of new MLS Stadiums on Friday, taking on Hell is Real rivals FC Cincinnati AT TQL Stadium. This game comes at a strange time for head coach Caleb Porter, as the Crew will miss 11 players for this match due to a combination of Gold Cup call-ups and injuries.
The Black & Gold did add forward Erik Hurtado on Thursday from CF Montreal. While not a big man name, nor a major scorer in his career, the ninth-year MLS veteran will add to the attack — with the ability to play on either wing as well as up top — once he makes his debut.