In 2015, just about everything went well for the Columbus Crew. Gregg Berhalter’s system was forcing Crew opponents to play a game they were deeply uncomfortable with, the entire Columbus front four couldn’t stop scoring goals, and all was well. That is, until about 24 seconds into the MLS Cup final, when Steve Clark started the thought process that ended with Diego Valeri putting Portland 1-0 up.
Still, losing a final is no reason to change everything, right? If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! Except, it apparently was broke, at least in the locker room.