Ohio State linebackers coach James Laurinaitis was on hand at the Columbus Crew to ignite the match and get things going.

The Columbus Crew begin their Leagues Cup title defense on Tuesday evening when they host reigning LIGA MX champions Toluca FC in a Phase One match.

Midfielder Daniel Gazdag scored his first goal with the Crew off a penalty kick he earned after being fouled inside D.C.

Columbus Crew are struggling for consistency in recent weeks, while Toluca have been exciting in attack but poor defensively. Both teams are strong going forward but shaky at the back, which could ...