This story was originally published on MLSsoccer.com on September 6, 2017 by Andrew King. Below is an excerpt.
One of Major League Soccer’s most prolific scorers is still flying under the radar, and he’s just fine with that.
Over his first two MLS seasons, Ola Kamara has racked up 30 goals in 47 starts with Columbus Crew SC, a total that trails those of only David Villa, Bradley Wright-Phillips, Sebastian Giovinco and Ignacio Piatti in that time period.
But the Norwegian striker said he’s not checking those numbers himself, and isn’t interested in keeping pace with any specific player in MLS. ...
“When you’re playing for Columbus, you will probably be a little bit underrated. You see what [Justin Meram] is doing right now. … If a left winger is scoring 10 goals and has seven assists, in every league you’re probably one of the best players. But in Columbus, people don’t really pay attention to it as much. ...
... We know which team we’re playing for. We’re really doing it for Columbus and for ourselves. That’s how we work. And maybe by being a little underrated, we can surprise people. And if we make the playoffs, maybe we can reach the final and make something of ourselves.”
► Columbus Crew SC forward, OLA KAMARA
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Crew SC will return to MAPFRE Stadium to face Sporting Kansas City on September 10 with a 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
Crew SC is hosting the second edition of Pups at the Pitch. For only $35 you and your 4-legged friend can get a General Admission ticket in the lower sideline to watch Crew SC take on Sporting Kansas City on Sunday, September 10, at 1 p.m.
Prior to Kick Off you and your dog will have access to a designated dog park at MAPFRE Stadium.
