MLS Cup holders on brink of exit after NYRB stun Crew

What happened?

The reigning MLS Cup champions, the New York Red Bulls, are on the brink of elimination from the playoffs after suffering a shock 2-1 defeat at the hands of the Columbus Crew on Wednesday.

Columbus took the lead through Miguel Berry in the 15th minute, with Luquinhas doubling their advantage just after the hour mark.

The Red Bulls pulled a goal back through Lewis Morgan in the 84th minute, but it proved to be too little too late as the Crew held on for a famous victory.

What does this mean for the Red Bulls?

The defeat leaves the Red Bulls on the brink of elimination from the playoffs, with just one game remaining in the regular season.

They currently sit seventh in the Eastern Conference, two points behind the sixth-placed Orlando City.

The Red Bulls will need to win their final game of the regular season against FC Cincinnati and hope that other results go their way if they are to have any chance of reaching the playoffs.

What's next for the Crew?

The victory for the Crew keeps their playoff hopes alive, with two games remaining in the regular season.

They currently sit fifth in the Eastern Conference, one point ahead of the sixth-placed Orlando City.

The Crew will need to win at least one of their remaining two games and hope that other results go their way if they are to reach the playoffs.