Columbus Crew will host Red Bull New York on Saturday, September 12 at 7:30 PM at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, with First Responders Appreciation Night presented by AEP adding a few match-day details fans need before they go. The game comes with a banner signing at Chase Plaza, a cap giveaway for the first 7,500 fans, and the usual broadcast options for anyone watching from home or listening on the move.
That timing matters because fans planning to attend have a narrow window to beat the rush and make the most of the pregame setup. Before kickoff, supporters can stop by Chase Plaza to sign a banner that will be delivered to Columbus First Responders, and the first 7,500 fans inside the stadium will receive a Black & Gold baseball cap courtesy of AEP.
The rest of the match guide is built around getting people in the building with less stress. Fans are encouraged to arrive early and use approved entry traffic routes for an efficient trip, a note that carries extra weight with events in the Arena District expected to affect parking and traffic. Single match and season parking options are available in the Arena District and downtown Columbus lots, so the smart move is to leave time for the arrival instead of cutting it close to 7:30 PM.
There is also a small game-day food and drink note for fans who want something beyond the field. Code Red, made with Bourbon, Cherry Syrup, Lemon Juice, and Starry, is listed at the Michelob Ultra Bar, Modelo Bar, 614 Pours Lower, Nordecke Bar, 614 Pours Mezzanine, Bread Financial Club Bar, and River Club Bar.
For those not making the trip, the match will be on Apple TV. It can also be heard in English on Alt 105.7 FM and the iHeartRadio app, while Spanish-language coverage will be available on La Mega Columbus 107.1/103.1 FM and the La Mega app. In other words, Saturday night is set up as a straightforward home match with one clear instruction for anyone going in person: get there early, because the first part of the night is where the giveaway, the banner signing, and the parking headache all meet.
