Crew, Inter Miami bring MLS showdown to Cleveland

State of play: Why play in Cleveland?

• Because Jimmy and Dee Haslam own the Crew in addition to the Browns, and Huntington Bank Field's capacity is 67,431, three times the size of Lower.com Field in Columbus.

Friction point: Supporters in Columbus have expressed displeasure on social media since the game was announced last year.

What they're saying: Collin Hill, a spokesperson for a Columbus supporters group, told Axios that including an out-of-town game in season ticket packages rubbed some the wrong way.

• "The way this was introduced to Crew fans and subsequently marketed has been nothing short of dismissive to our history and relationship to this club."

The other side: Crew spokesperson Rob McBurnett says the team's top priority is "creating an incredible environment for fans and the team."

The intrigue: Messi suffered an adductor injury in March and missed two World Cup qualifiers with the Argentina national team, but is expected to be available in Cleveland.

Yes, but: The matchup should be entertaining even without its star attraction. Columbus and Miami are the only two remaining undefeated MLS teams.

Stop by: Kickoff is at 4:30pm. Tickets are still available.

• RTA's Waterfront Line will be in service from Tower City to the stadium.