For the second straight weekend, the Columbus Crew found itself down 2-0 in the first half of a match, digging a hole on Friday night. But like against the New England Revolution two weeks ago, the Crew, for the second straight game, battled from behind to earn a 2-2 draw on the road against FC Cincinnati.
The first Hell is Real Derby of 2021 did not disappoint, giving the sold-out crowd at TQL Stadium plenty of action. Not only were there four goals in the match, but the Black & Gold saw Harrison Afful sent off after receiving two yellow cards before the comeback push began.