Rydström era seeks first victory as Crew face unbeaten Nashville tonight

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — First-year head coach Henrik Rydström continues his seek for a breakthrough tonight as the Columbus Crew host a surging Nashville SC at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.

The Crew entered the match with a 0-1-2 document, nonetheless adjusting to the tactical shifts introduced by Rydström, who arrived in late January from Swedish powerhouse Malmö FF. While the Black & Gold secured their first clear sheet of the season in a scoreless draw in opposition to Chicago final week, the offense has struggled to seek out the scientific edge required to safe all three factors. Rydström famous earlier this week that whereas he anticipated a interval of adaptation, he stays assured that his facet’s play will quickly “click.”

The problem tonight is critical. Nashville SC arrives in Columbus unbeaten (2-0-1) and sitting close to the highest of the Eastern Conference. Led by the scoring trio of Sam Surridge, Cristian Espinoza, and Hany Mukhtar, the guests have been among the many most prolific offensive groups within the league by way of the opening month.

Adding to the ambiance, the membership is internet hosting its second annual “Stay in the Game!” attendance theme evening.

More than 500 college students and educators from throughout Ohio are anticipated to be in attendance, with native college students taking part in every little thing on the ceremonial first kick.

Kickoff is scheduled for six:15 pm ET.