Max Arfsten summed up the mood when speaking to MLS Season Pass sideline reporter Jillian Sakovits – his Columbus Crew extending their 2025 campaign by at least one more match with a memorable victory over in-state rivals FC Cincinnati on Sunday evening at Lower.com Field.

“Honestly, it was the perfect night for us,” said the United States international after a thumping 4-0 Crew win , which extends this pulsating Round One Best-of-3 Series to a decisive Game 3 on Saturday.

“Super good momentum going into Game 3 in Cincy. The vibes are good right now.”

Flipping the script

What a difference 90 minutes can make in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs.

Short on verve and attacking ruthlessness in last weekend’s 1-0 opening defeat in Cincy, the yellow side of Ohio looked rejuvenated

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