Defensive-minded Crew face feisty Charlotte FC

The Columbus Crew will seek to extend their unbeaten streak to double digits for the third time in club history when they play at Charlotte FC on Saturday.

Defense has been crucial for the Crew (7-5-9, 30 points), who have allowed only seven goals during a 4-0-5 run thanks to four shutouts by goalkeeper Eloy Room.

Charlotte (8-12-2, 26 points) has allowed seven goals in losing two consecutive road games.

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