MATCH GUIDE | A Special Soccer Saturday Double-Header

Columbus vs. LAFC - Sat., May 21 at 3:30 p.m.

Columbus Crew is set to host a full day of professional soccer at Lower.com Field on Saturday, May 21 with a single-ticket, doubleheader event. Leading off, the Crew will host a Western Conference favorite on Saturday afternoon when the Black & Gold face Los Angeles Football Club at Lower.com Field. This will be the first meeting between arguably the two best No. 10s in MLS when Lucas Zelarayán goes up against LAFC striker Carlos Vela.

All ticketed supporters attending the Crew match against LAFC are invited to remain in the stadium to watch the MLS NEXT Pro contest between Columbus Crew 2 and Toronto FC II which kicks off at 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Match Activities

• In advance of Saturday's match celebrating On Our Sleeves Day, Crew fans of all ages are invited to join the lively and inclusive March to the Match, a display of the intense build-up to each home matchday down Nationwide Boulevard! March heads out from Battelle Plaza at 2:30 p.m.
• Sign up for your chance to win autographed gloves through a raffle presented by Lower.com.
• Take a photo with the Memorial Tournament trophy.
• Enjoy face painting on the Plaza.
• Test your skills at our pop-up goal, soccer pong, and other backyard games.
• Supporters attending the match on Saturday are reminded that the Arena District DORA is activated three hours before every Crew home match and extends to Nationwide Boulevard into Astor Park until midnight Eastern Time. The DORA provides additional downtown, matchday experience opportunities for Black & Gold supporters, with additional details available at arenadistrict.com/dora.

Post-Match Activities

• Stay to watch Crew 2, which plays in MLS NEXT Pro, Major League Soccer’s professional men’s soccer league and completes the player pathway from MLS NEXT through to MLS first teams.
• Crew 2 currently sits atop the Eastern Conference with 18 points and a record of 6-1-0. Crew 2 leads the League in fewest goals conceded (3) and is tied for first in goal differential (+8).

Prior to Arrival

Be sure to arrive early to take in the unique experience at Lower.com Field! There are a number of features that allow for a seamless arrival at the stadium:

Know Before You Go

• Review the Know Before You Go resource page to know what to expect on matchday at Lower.com Field.

Matchday Homepage

• View the centralized resource for additional matchday topics, including ingress, parking, mobile ticketing, maps, and more.

A-Z Guide

• For a detailed list of matchday- or stadium-related information, refer to the A-Z Guide.

Arrival

• Review our Transportation & Parking page for information on all the ways to get to and from Lower.com Field on matchday.
• Rideshare & Biking Map
• Reserve Parking Prior to Arrival
• Parking Lot Map
• Ingress Routes Map
• View Map for ADA-compliant Shuttle Map

Ticketing

• All tickets for the match are available through mobile devices; please download your ticket in advance. The easiest place to access your mobile tickets is through the official Columbus Crew App.
• No more long waits to get your ticket scanned! Scan your own ticket(s) at the Axess turnstiles, similar to what you see at the airport.
• Express Entry: Lower.com Field is now offering Touchless Entry featuring seamless and quick access into the stadium through Facial Ticketing. Look for the yellow “Express Entry” signs above turnstiles on the left-hand side of the AEP Gate (southeast corner). Fans can sign up for Free Express Entry before the match for the fastest way to get into Lower.com Field!
• For more information, view the Mobile Ticketing page.

In-Stadium

Free Stadium WiFi

• Connect to Lower.com Field's free WiFi presented by Tipico Sportsbook on your phone for a faster mobile connection (Name: Stadium WiFi)

Cash2Card Kiosks

• Lower.com Field is a cashless stadium. Cash2Card kiosks are located throughout the stadium.

Concessions

• Lower.com Field will offer its full slate of food & beverage options. View a full list of food vendors here.

Crew Shop

• The Crew Shop will close three hours prior to kick on matchday and open again for ticketed guests when Lower.com Field gates open.
• View Crew Shop hours of operation.

Mask Policy

• In accordance with the City of Columbus’ new ordinance, masks will no longer be required in indoor spaces at Lower.com Field. However, fans are welcome to continue wearing masks if they choose.

Nordecke Policy Update

• Because of a violation of League and Club policy, all drinks will be poured into cups in the Nordecke section.

Leaving Lower.com Field

Egress

• View the recommended egress routes following matches at Lower.com Field.