Philadelphia Union vs. Columbus Crew SC

September 12^th, PPL Park, Chester, PA. 7:00 p.m. ET

Philadelphia Union host Columbus Crew SC, in an attempt to salvage a turbulent season and win a last-minute playoff position.

Philadelphia are ranked seventh in Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference (8-14-6).  With 30 points, only 1 point below sixth placed Montreal Impact, playoffs seem in reach, if things go right for the Union.  Though every match is crucial.

Union are coming on the back of a 1-2 win at San Jose Earthquakes.

Columbus Crew are ranked third in the MLS Eastern Conference (11-9-8) with 41 points, trailing only 1 point behind second-placed New York Red Bulls.

The Crew’s last match ended in a 0-3 defeat to Dallas FC at home, cutting a 4 and 2 lossless and winning streak respectively.

The teams are meeting for the third time this MLS season, with each side winning at home once.

Interestingly, Columbus never lost to Philadelphia at home, with previous 7 meetings ending in 6 wins and 1 tie.