The New York Red Bulls will face Columbus Crew SC in the Audi 2018 MLS Cup Playoff Eastern Conference Semifinals, as determined by Columbus defeating D.C. United in their Knockout Round matchup.
Here's how the teams fared in their two matchups in 2018:
June 9: 1-1 draw @ MAPFRE Stadium
New York faced a tall road task, as Columbus entered the match riding an eight-game unbeaten streak. Columbus applied pressure all throughout the first half, opening the scoring in the 26th minute, as forward Gyasi Zardes headed the ball past Luis Robles for his 10th goal of the season.