In what is just another sign of how bad this game has gone for the Crew, coach Robert Warzycha has removed both of his forwards in the 68th minute.
Major League Soccer Playoffs, Rapids vs. Crew, Leg 1: Steven Lenhart, Guillermo Barros Schelotto Pulled
Guillermo Barros Schelotto and Steven Lenhart were removed for Jason Garey and Andres Mendoza. Schelotto and Lenhart had been effectively neutralized and neither had created many chances.
Once again, the Crew started the half with some energy, but had started to fade about 10-15 minutes in.
The Rapids have dominated possession in this half, but have not found quite as much room to operate as they had in the first half.
In the 75th minute, Mac Kandji has replaced Wells Thompson, a clearly offensive substitution for Gary Smith.
The Rapids hold a 1-0 lead, but clearly want to add to that as they get ready to go on the road to Columbus for the second leg. The Rapids have been one of the best teams in MLS at home, but have won just four road games.
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