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The  The Columbus Crew is back in action after securing their third MLS Cup. This time, they're vying for continental glory in the Concacaf Champions Cup. As the 2023 league champs, the Crew gets a bye in Round One and will face the winner of Houston Dynamo FC and St. Louis CITY SC in the Round of 16. The first match is away on March 6, and the second is at home in Lower.com Field on March 12. Tickets for the home leg are already on sale. So, what's the deal with the Concacaf Champions Cup? It's the competition that crowns the best club in North America, bringing together teams from all over the region. The tournament runs from February to June, overlapping with league campaigns. Unlike the previous format, this Cup has a new qualifying system. It consists of five rounds: Round One, Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the Final. The first four stages involve home and away legs, ensuring the Crew will play at home in every round until the Final. Twenty-seven t...