New York Red Bulls Host Columbus Crew in Key MLS Eastern Conference Match

The Columbus Crew and New York Red Bulls are set to face each other in an MLS matchup at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. on August 30, 2025. The Crew, currently sixth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 12-6-9, are looking to rebound from recent inconsistent performances and a loss to the New England Revolution, while the Red Bulls, eighth in the conference at 11-11-6, are aiming to extend a three-game home winning streak amid roster injuries. Advanced simulations predict a 44.9% chance of a Red Bulls win and 31.5% for the Crew, with a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline, and a 60% probability of over 2.5 total goals. Key players include Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, leading the Red Bulls with 15 goals, and Diego Rossi, who has scored 13 goals for the Crew. The matchup is critical as both teams vie for playoff positioning, with the Red Bulls seeking to capitalize on home momentum and the Crew eager to avenge their playoff elimination by New York in the previous season. Broadcast coverage will be available on Alt 105.7 FM and Apple TV with Spanish commentary on La Grande 103.1 FM.