Columbus Crew vs Seattle Sounders: Live Stream and Updates (2-0)
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11:13 PM2 years ago

Crew SC sub

Diaz is replaced by Waylon Francis
11:11 PM2 years ago

Crew SC sub

In the midst of pandemonium here at MAPFRE, Columbus made a sub and just made another. 

1.) Etienne Jr was replaced by Hector Jimenez

2.) Artur replaced by Fatai Alashe

11:10 PM2 years ago

Zelarayan goal

B A N G E R
11:08 PM2 years ago

82' GOAL COLUMBUS!

It's a brace from Zelarayan! Could Seattle be dethroned tonight?! 
11:04 PM2 years ago

SAVE BY ROOM

Eloy Room does his best Stefan Frei impression with a one hand save to deny a potential Sounders goal!
11:03 PM2 years ago

78' Last sub for Seattle

11:00 PM2 years ago

15 minutes remain

15 minutes until glory for Columbus. Crew are on a corner but nothing comes of it. Goal kick Sounders. 
10:55 PM2 years ago

So close!

Nico almost finds the far post for a Sounders goal but it's wide of the target. 
10:50 PM2 years ago

Jordan Morris

Morris is not having his best game so far. It's clear and evident. 
10:45 PM2 years ago

Another double Seattle sub

10:40 PM2 years ago

Tempers rising for Seattle

Emotions are getting the best of the reigning MLS Cup champions. Columbus is visibly getting under their skin. 57th minute, score remains 2-0. 
10:35 PM2 years ago

51' Seattle corner kick

Seattle awarded a corner kick. Cristian Roldan gets a head to it but it just misses the top corner of the net. 
10:33 PM2 years ago

Double subs for Seattle

Seattle make two subs coming out of the half. Also, things are starting to get tense.
10:29 PM2 years ago

45' Second half underway

The second half from MAPFRE Stadium is underway! This is an exciting MLS Cup!
10:27 PM2 years ago

Live look at Crew SC fans right now

Ladies and gentlemen, a live look at Crew SC fans.
10:22 PM2 years ago

HT: Columbus 2-0 Seattle

What a half by Columbus! Goals by Zelarayan and Etienne Jr. are the difference makers. A great second half Sounders side and 45 minutes stand in the way of Columbus hoisting their second MLS Cup in franchise history. 
10:12 PM2 years ago

45' One minute added time

One minute of added time to the first half. Score still 2-0 Columbus. 
10:08 PM2 years ago

WOW!

Not gonna lie, I did not expect this start from Columbus. This is remarkable!
10:01 PM2 years ago

31' GOAL COLUMBUS!

Derrik Etienne Jr. doubles the lead for Columbus!
9:54 PM2 years ago

28' Yellow Card Seattle

Joao Paulo is issued the first booking of the night. 
9:54 PM2 years ago

Zelarayan goal

9:51 PM2 years ago

25' CREW GOAL!

Columbus score first with a Zelarayan shot that just sneaks past Frei!
9:49 PM2 years ago

Frei save

9:44 PM2 years ago

16' Corner kick Columbus

Columbus has been holding this game. Really taking control as they get another corner. On that kick, multiple chances but Stefan Frei comes up with a huge save to keep it scoreless. 
9:39 PM2 years ago

13' Free kick Columbus

Columbus are knocking on the doorstep and have earned a free kick. 
9:38 PM2 years ago

Back in business

Sorry folks! Technical difficulties but I should be good now! Columbus have had a few corner kicks within the first 10 minutes of this match. Almost exactly the way they started against the Revolution this past Sunday. 
9:21 PM2 years ago

Teams have entered

Both teams and officials have entered the field. National Anthem coming next. 
9:16 PM2 years ago

Almost game time!

It's almost game time! Let's hear some score predictions! Shoot me your scoreline on Twitter (@MRTylerF) for a chance to get your tweet featured here!
9:11 PM2 years ago

This is what they're playing for

Ain't she pretty?!

9:06 PM2 years ago

Seattle Sounders starting line-up

And now the starting XI for the visiting Seattle Sounders. 
9:01 PM2 years ago

Columbus Crew starting line-up

The starting XI for the home side of Columbus Crew SC.
8:56 PM2 years ago

It's cold.

I mentioned it before, but man it's cold. I should have brought gloves. 
8:51 PM2 years ago

New England supports Columbus

Even New England fans want Columbus to win! S/o to the #SaveTheCrew movement!
8:46 PM2 years ago

Crew SC has arrived on scene

The Black & Gold have arrived on scene! 

8:41 PM2 years ago

Greetings!

Greetings from a bitter cold MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus, Ohio! I'm settled in my seat and eager to start dissecting MLS Cup 2020 between Columbus Crew SC and the Seattle Sounders!
8:36 PM2 years ago

FC Cincinnati

Well, this is to be expected if you ask me. 
8:31 PM2 years ago

Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns

In the Ohio side of the NFL, Browns QB Baker Mayfield with the good luck wishes to the Black & Gold. 
8:26 PM2 years ago

Seattle Seahawks good luck tweet

The Seahawks wishing their Lumen Field soccer counterparts good luck! 
8:21 PM2 years ago

Rise and shine!

Goooooddddd morning MLS fans! Today is the day that we have all been waiting for! MLS CUP FINAL! Again, my name is Tyler Fisher and I'll be your guide throughout all the events taking place here in Columbus, Ohio! 
8:16 PM2 years ago

Stay tuned to VAVEL for Columbus Crew vs Seattle Sounders Live!

Stay tuned for the 2020 MLS Cup Final with me, Tyler Fisher!
8:11 PM2 years ago

Crew SC win MLS Cup 2020!

Sure, Columbus may be down two influential players, but that doesn't mean that they're out. Columbus has been down key guys all season and have overcome the adversity and tribulations that came with it. So, Caleb will have his guys primed and ready. On the other hand, Seattle is just a monster. Featuring in four of the last five MLS Cup finals, the Rave Green Sounders are looking to cement themselves as the best of the best and be on track for most MLS Cups behind D.C. United (four) and the LA Galaxy (five). This is a final you will not want to miss, and that's why I'm missing Seattle win their third cup and having Columbus close out a great season with a 3-1 win after extra time to secure MLS Cup 2020 on home turf. 
8:06 PM2 years ago

My final prediction

Now, for one last time, my prediction.
8:01 PM2 years ago

Crew projected lineup

Now let's take a look at the home side Columbus Crew. Columbus is led by Caleb Porter and will look to also line-up in a 4-2-3-1. 

Room; Valenzuela--Williams-- Mensah (c)-- Afful; Artur -- Alsahe; Diaz -- Zelarayan -- Etienne Jr.; Zardes. 

7:56 PM2 years ago

Sounders projected lineup

Seattle Sounders are led by Brian Schmetzer and will look to line-up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. 

Frei; Roldan--Gomez--O'Neill--Nouhou; Roldan--Paulo; Jones--Lodeiro (c)--Morris; Ruidiaz

7:51 PM2 years ago

Line-up time!

Now that I have you all caught up and ready to run through a brick wall for this match, let's take a look at the projected lineup's for both teams. We'll start with the road team first. 
7:46 PM2 years ago

Repeat of 2015?

Columbus fans en masse had an uproar when they learned about the officiating crew of this historic match. Why you may ask? Center official Jair Marruffo and assistant referee Cory Parker are the same individuals that blew a missed throw-in call for Columbus during the 2015 MLS Cup, resulting in a Timbers goal just nine-seconds later. Needless to say, Columbus fans are not happy with the league, let alone the Professional Referee Organization (PRO).
7:41 PM2 years ago

Sigi Schmid impact

Schmid was fortunate enough to coach both sides, winning the 2008 MLS Cup with Columbus before helping launch the existence of Seattle Sounders in 2009 by becoming their head coach. Schmid passed away in December of 2018 at the age of 65, but both fans alike can agree that Schmid would be as neutral as they come if he were to be in attendance for this match. You can read more about Sigi on Sounder At Heart and Massive Report. 
7:36 PM2 years ago

Common thread between both clubs

Now, both teams share one common thread. It's not a what or a where, it's a who. And that who is Sigi Schmid.
7:31 PM2 years ago

Schmetzer on changing gameplan cont.

Schmetzer goes on to say, "Again, it's sad that those guys cannot feature in the match. We certainly will try and take advantage of that wherever we can. But it's not like we are going to change drastically what we do." 
7:26 PM2 years ago

Schmetzer on changing gameplan

When asked if losing those two players would affect the gameplan, Schmetzer went on to say, "Soccer is a team sport. Those are two super talented players. Caleb is going to put two other talented players on the field in their place. He still has the advantage of being at home."
7:21 PM2 years ago

Porter on missing Nagbe, Santos

"I found out yesterday actually right in the middle of training that our second player of the week I won't tell you the order it happened, there's no reason to, but obviously losing Pedro and Darlington, we lost one of those two early in the week. We had a positive test. Then we had two straight days of all negatives. We had another positive that popped up. I learned that in the middle of training yesterday," said Head Coach Caleb Porter. 
7:16 PM2 years ago

Columbus down two key players

Columbus took a huge blow this week, losing two key players in Darlington Nagbe and Pedro Santos who both tested positive for COVID-19. Both have been medically not cleared to play and will miss the MLS Cup Final.
7:11 PM2 years ago

Payback to the city of Columbus

Captain Jonathan Mensah said in his press availability, "This is the payback we can also give them in return for the massive and incredible job they've done for us to be able to stay in this city." Not only is this payback to the fans, but it also is special if they can win the cup to close out one last MLS Cup Final match at MAPFRE Stadium before relocating to their new Downtown Columbus stadium in July of next year. 
7:06 PM2 years ago

2015 MLS Cup

The last time Columbus hosted MLS Cup Final, they were defeated by the Portland Timbers 2-1. However, in a weird year, the Crew are looking to repay their loyal fanbase with a championship after the grassroots movement #SaveTheCrew was able to prevent former ownership from relocating the first MLS franchise to Austin, Texas.
7:01 PM2 years ago

Crew roll past Revolution in ECF

Just this past Sunday, Columbus hosted Bruce Arena and the New England Revolution. After a scoreless first half, midfielder Artur became the hero in the 60th minute with his third goal of the year to give Columbus the Eastern Conference title and the right to host MLS Cup.
6:56 PM2 years ago

Crew regular season + Playoffs

The Black & Gold finished in third place in the Eastern Conference. They maneuvered their way through the playoffs, dismantling the New York Red Bulls 3-2 before moving on to newly minted Nashville SC. Columbus would win that match 2-0 after extra time to secure their spot in the Eastern Conference championship. 
6:51 PM2 years ago

How did Columbus get here?

Now, let's take a look at Columbus Crew. 
6:46 PM2 years ago

Are the Sounders a dynasty?

Of course, Seattle is making themselves known in the league. But, do they consider themselves a dynasty? Schmetzer goes on to say, "I wouldn't put us into the dynasty until we win a couple more. We're Storm-chasers' if you want something cute," about Seattle's WNBA team winning another championship. 
6:41 PM2 years ago

Different look for Seattle in MLS Cup Final

This is Seattle's fourth trip to the MLS Cup, the previous three times facing off against Toronto FC in which they won two of those three meetings. When asked if it felt different, Head Coach Brian Schmetzer exclaimed "It's miles different. Number one, we're not playing Toronto. Number two, the COVID situation in this country has thrown everyday Americans for a loop." 
6:36 PM2 years ago

The remarkable comeback against Minnesota United FC

Minnesota would go up 2-0, practically putting Seattle's chances of making MLS Cup final in doubt. But it was Will Bruin who started the milestone comeback for the Sounders, pulling Seattle within one. Raul Ruidiaz would tie the game, having fans of both teams on edge. With 20 seconds left in the second-half stoppage time, Ruidiaz found the head of Gustav Svensson who was able to head home the corner kick, ultimately giving Seattle a 3-2 lead and the Western Conference title.
6:31 PM2 years ago

Sounders regular season + Playoffs

Seattle finished the weird, obscure season in second place in the Western Conference with an 11-5-6 record. The Sounders defeated Carlos Vela and LAFC in the first round, advancing to the Western Semis where they faced off against FC Dallas. After handling business against the Frisco, Texas side Seattle had to face a very tough Minnesota United side. 
6:26 PM2 years ago

How did Seattle get here?

Taking a look at both teams and some details off the field, let's see how they got here starting with the traveling Sounders.
6:21 PM2 years ago

Welcome to the match Columbus Crew vs Seattle Sounders Live Updates!

Hello and welcome to VAVEL USA's LIVE coverage of the 2020 Audi MLS Cup Final between Western Conference Champion Seattle Sounders and the Eastern Conference Champion and host Columbus Crew! My name is Tyler Fisher and I am bringing you live commentary, score updates, and analysis from a wet and soggy MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. So stay tuned to VAVEL USA for updates from pre-game to post-game!
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