COLUMBUS – The Crew SC took over the top spot in the MLS East with a 2-1 win over D.C. United Saturday, its fifth win in its last six road matches
Kei Kamara extended his league-leading goal total with his 21st tally in the 49th minute, which turned out to be the game-winner. Kamara also assisted on Ethan Finlay’s goal in the 27th minute, which gave Columbus a 1-0 lead.
The Crew hosts the Portland Timbers FC at MAPFRE Stadium Saturday (7:30 p.m. /Time Warner Cable SportsChannel).