Wednesday night viewing has never been this good as we’ve got two blockbuster games that will definitely grab all your attention. Kicking things off tonight is the much-anticipated Gold Cup showdown between Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago.
Then, the Chicago Fire and the Columbus Crew lock horns in a marquee MLS clash. Read on below for a quick breakdown of these two soccer matchups and while you’re at it, you can check out our preview of the 144th British Open Golf Championship.
[sc:Soccer240banner ]First place in Group C will be up for grabs later tonight as surprise leaders Trinidad and Tobago take on second-place Mexico in a mouth-watering clash at Bank of America Stadium. Trinidad and Tobago will head to this showdown with momentum on its side after grabbing victories in its opening two matches. The Soca Warriors have been impressive on the offensive end, scoring five goals in the tournament thus far.
They will have their work cut out for them tonight, however, as they will face a highly-motivated Mexican side. Mexico is coming off a disappointing scoreless draw against 10-man Guatemala. That performance was a complete surprise considering the El Tri had not failed to score in 32 previous Gold Cup matches. A win by the Mexicans tonight will give them the top spot in Group C.
Mexico is 7-1-2 in its last 10 matches with Trinidad and Tobago.
Writer’s Prediction
Mexico wins, 2-0.
Chicago Fire vs. Columbus Crew (8:30 PM ET)
Line: Chicago Fire +111 at Columbus Crew +200, tie +230; total: 2.5 – view all MLS lines
All eyes will be at Toyota Park later tonight as the Chicago Fire and Columbus Crew SC kick off their much-anticipated home-and-home series. The Fire finally snapped their six-game winless run last weekend with a dramatic 1-0 victory against Seattle Sounders FC in Bridgeview.
Substitute Jason Johnson scored the winning goal for the Fire who moved to within six points of the New England Revolution for the sixth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. The Columbus Crew, on the other hand, saw their four-match unbeaten run come to an end, starting their road swing with a 3-0 defeat against the Montréal Impact on Saturday.
The Columbus Crew are 2-1-2 in their last five matches with the Chicago Fire.
