New York City FC will travel to Ohio to face Columbus Crew in the 2024 Leagues Cup Quarterfinals on Saturday, August 17.
Match Background
Earlier tonight, New York City FC advanced to the 2024 Leagues Cup Quarterfinals after defeating Tigres UANL at Red Bull Arena in the Round of 16. They will next face Columbus Crew on Saturday, August 17, at Lower.com Field in Ohio.
NYCFC's Road to the Quarterfinals
NYCFC were the underdogs against Tigres UANL, a team riding a five-game winning streak. Tigres scored the first goal, but NYCFC equalized shortly after, leading to a decisive game-winning goal from Santiago RodrĂguez.
Columbus Crew's Recent Performance
Columbus Crew recently defeated Inter Miami 3-2 in a comeback performance, recovering from a 0-2 deficit. They have home-field advantage since they finished third overall in the 2023 MLS Supporters' Shield race.
Past Encounters
The last encounter between NYCFC and Columbus was on June 14, where NYCFC lost 2-3 despite putting in a strong performance. Key moments and controversial calls in that match still resonate within the NYCFC fanbase.
Next Steps in the Tournament
The winner of the NYCFC vs. Columbus match will face the victor of the Philadelphia Union vs. Mazatlán FC Quarterfinals, also scheduled for August 17. Potential subsequent matches may take place at Subaru Park or Red Bull Arena.
