Columbus Crew v New York City FC: Cushing hoping to turn around ‘flat’ dressing room

Columbus Crew v New York City FC: The Lowdown

After a disappointing 1-0 defeat to the New England Revolution last weekend, the Columbus Crew will be looking to bounce back when they host New York City FC at Lower.com Field on Saturday.

The Crew have started the season slowly and currently sit 10th in the Eastern Conference, while NYCFC are third after winning their last two games.

Cushing hoping to turn around ‘flat’ dressing room

Cushing's comments

Speaking ahead of the game, Crew coach Caleb Cushing admitted that the dressing room was "flat" after the defeat to the Revolution.

"We need to be better," Cushing said. "We need to be more aggressive, more creative, and more clinical in front of goal.”

Cushing also said that he is confident that the Crew can turn things around, starting with the game against NYCFC.

Crew's recent form

The Crew have won just one of their last five games in all competitions.

They were beaten 2-0 by Orlando City in the US Open Cup on Wednesday, and have also lost to the Philadelphia Union and Seattle Sounders in MLS.

NYCFC's recent form

NYCFC are in good form, having won their last two games.

They beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1 on the road last weekend, and also defeated the Chicago Fire 1-0 in the US Open Cup on Tuesday.

What to expect from the game

The game between the Crew and NYCFC is expected to be a close one.

Both teams have quality players, and both teams will be looking to get back to winning ways.

The Crew will be hoping to use the home advantage to their advantage, but NYCFC will be confident of getting a result.