The Columbus Crew face Charlotte FC at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. ET in a key Eastern Conference matchup. The game will stream on ESPN+ and air on Bally Sports Great Lakes.

Match Context:

• Previous meeting: 1-1 draw on June 18th (Hurtado and Shinyashiki scoring)
• First-ever Crew visit to Bank of America Stadium
• Columbus sits 5th in East, Charlotte 4 points behind in 8th

Columbus Crew Form:

• Nine-match unbeaten streak (longest active in MLS)
• Coming off 0-0 draw vs New England
• Strong road form: 3W-6D-2L
• Cucho Hernandez goalless for first time since joining
• Zelarayan involved in 7 of last 8 goals (6 assists, 1 goal)

Charlotte FC Status:

• Lost 4 of last 6 matches
• Exceptional home record: 7 wins in 10 games
• Only 7 goals conceded at home (2nd best in MLS)
• Last home game: 4-1 win vs Nashville
• Key players: Swiderski & Shinyashiki (5 goals each)

Betting Lines:

• Columbus: +185
• Charlotte: +140
• Draw: +230
• Total Goals O/U: 2.5 (Over -105, Under -120)
• First Goal: Columbus +105, Charlotte -120

The Crew will look to extend their unbeaten run but face a tough test against Charlotte's strong home form. Early scoring could be crucial for Columbus after being shut out last match.

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