Columbus Crew coach Wilfried Nancy views the April 19 match against Inter Miami in Cleveland as an "away-home" game, acknowledging the relocation to Huntington Bank Field, the Browns' stadium with a much larger capacity than Lower.com Field. The decision to move the game was influenced by Sporting Kansas City's similar move to a larger venue to accommodate the draw of Miami's Lionel Messi.
Huntington Bank Field's significant distance from Lower.com Field poses a travel challenge for local Columbus fans, potentially impacting the ratio of supporters for each team. Crew forward Jacen Russell-Rowe anticipates a vibrant atmosphere with hopes of strong fan support. Additionally, the match holds personal significance for three Crew players, including defender Sean Zawadzki, who hails from Olmsted Falls, relishing the chance to play near his hometown in Cleveland alongside fellow local players Darlington Nagbe and Evan Bush. The Crew-Miami game is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. on April 19.