Story · Major League Soccer
Crew and Cincinnati Renew Hell Is Real Derby After 2025 Playoff Clash
FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew are set to renew their 'Hell Is Real' derby on Saturday in Columbus. Cincinnati enters with strong offensive form, having scored four goals against Vancouver, but coach Pat Noonan emphasizes the need to fix defensive lapses. The Crew, struggling with only one win in their last six matches, are looking to rebound after a 2-1 home loss to NYCFC. This is the first meeting since Cincinnati eliminated Columbus from the 2025 playoffs. Columbus interim coach Laurent Courtois confirmed new signing Brais Mendez is not yet available, but Andre Gomes and Brooks Lennon may return from injury. The Crew sit three points out of the final Eastern Conference playoff spot.
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