Columbus Crew is on the verge of making history by advancing to the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals for the first time ever, but they will have to get past Tigres to do so. The first leg of the quarterfinal series ended in a 1-1 draw, giving Tigres the tie-break advantage with an away goal.
In the upcoming second leg match in Monterrey, Mexico, the Crew will need to score at least one goal to avoid elimination. A 1-1 tie will result in overtime and possibly penalty kicks if the score remains level. However, if both teams score more than one goal and end in a draw, Columbus will win the series.
Midfielder Aidan Morris will be unavailable due to receiving two yellow cards in the first game, but there is hope for the return of defender Rudy Camacho and forward Alex Matan from injuries. The status of these players remains uncertain.
The match will be broadcast on FS1 with radio coverage available on 105.7 FM and 102.5 FM La Grande. CONCACAF Champions Cup is a prestigious tournament involving teams from across the region, with the winner qualifying for the FIFA Club World Cup.
Columbus Crew has consistently reached the quarterfinals in past Champions Cup editions, with their most recent appearance in 2021. Tigres, on the other hand, has a strong history in the competition, winning the CONCACAF Champions League in 2020.
With star players like Juan Brunetta and Andre-Pierre Gignac, Tigres poses a formidable challenge for the Crew. The match promises to be an exciting clash between two talented teams vying for a spot in the semifinals.
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