Major League Soccer Gameweek 26
New York City FC 0 - 1 FT New York Red Bulls
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Mehmeti 6'
C. Cowell 22'
30' N. Cavallo
M. Sofo 40'
HT
55' A. O'Neill
J. Hall 57'
62' ↓ Luighi ↑A. Martinez
62' ↓ H. Wolf ↑B. Traore
↓ M. Dos Santos ↑D. Padelford 62'
75' ↓ A. Ojeda ↑M. Jones
↓ J. Hall ↑E. M. Choupo-Moting 84'
↓ A. Mehmeti ↑D. Ruiz 84'
↓ C. Cowell ↑J. Ruvalcaba 84'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
New York City FC
Goalkeepers
Matthew Freese 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Tayvon Gray
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thiago Martins 
MAGNET
80
Activity
80
Activity
75
Passes
5
Duels
James Sands
MAGNET
94
Activity
94
Activity
86
Passes
8
Duels
Nico Cavallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Aiden O'Neill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrés Perea 
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Axel Ojeda 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
Nicolás Fernández Mercau
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
41%
Pass Acc
Hannes Wolf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Forwards
Luighi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
BENCH
Tomás Romero 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Raul Gustavo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mitja Ilenic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxwell Murray
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin O'Toole
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonathan Shore
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bénie Traoré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malachi Jones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adrián Martínez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
New York Red Bulls
Goalkeepers
Ethan Horvath
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Dylan Nealis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Parker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Bazan 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Matthew Dos Santos 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Ronald Donkor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anis Mehmeti
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Mohammed Sofo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Cameron Harper
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Hall 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Cade Cowell
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
BENCH
John McCarthy
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Robert Voloder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Devin Padelford
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Ochoa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sekou Kone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emil Forsberg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge Ruvalcaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dennis Nelich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/16/2026 | New York Red Bulls | 1 - 1 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Sports Illustrated Stadium |
| 04/29/2026 | New York Red Bulls | 1 - 3 | New York City FC | US Open Cup | Sports Illustrated Stadium |
| 09/27/2025 | New York Red Bulls | 2 - 3 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Sports Illustrated Stadium |
| 05/17/2025 | New York City FC | 2 - 0 | New York Red Bulls | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 11/23/2024 | New York City FC | 0 - 2 | New York Red Bulls | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 09/28/2024 | New York Red Bulls | 1 - 5 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Red Bull Arena |
| 05/18/2024 | New York City FC | 2 - 1 | New York Red Bulls | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 09/16/2023 | New York City FC | 0 - 0 | New York Red Bulls | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
| 08/04/2023 | New York Red Bulls | 1 - 0 | New York City FC | Leagues Cup | Red Bull Arena |
| 05/13/2023 | New York Red Bulls | 1 - 0 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Red Bull Arena |
05/16/2026
04/29/2026
09/27/2025
05/17/2025
11/23/2024
09/28/2024
05/18/2024
09/16/2023
08/04/2023
05/13/2023
New York City FC Win
New York Red Bulls Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +26
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 20 GD: +13
P: 21 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: +2
P: 19 GD: -2
P: 21 GD: +3
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 19 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -12
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +29
P: 25 GD: +15
P: 25 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +10
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: -14
P: 26 GD: +5
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -14
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
New York City FC
New York Red Bulls
New York City FC
New York Red Bulls
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Red Bulls Execute Perfect Smash-and-Grab at Yankee Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 24/100. A classic tale of possession without penetration, where the visitors absorbed immense pressure before delivering a fatal knockout blow on enemy territory.
The Bronx Blockade
From the opening kickoff at Yankee Stadium, New York City FC took the game by the scruff of the neck. The hosts dominated possession, holding the ball for 63% of the contest and pinning their local rivals deep in their own half. Nicolás Fernández was an absolute maestro in the midfield, orchestrating attacks and stringing together a masterclass of distribution. The Intensity was palpable right out of the gate, setting a frantic tempo that resulted in a staggering 24 combined shots over 90 minutes. Yet, for all their territorial advantage and intricate buildup play, the home side struggled to find that clinical final touch. The visitors sat deep, maintaining an organized defensive shape and waiting patiently for their moments in transition.
The Decisive Blow
The game's complexion flipped completely in the 57th minute. Despite facing a barrage of attacks and a mounting xG deficit, the New York Red Bulls capitalized on a rare foray forward. J. Hall silenced the Bronx crowd, finding the back of the net to give the visitors a shocking lead. This sudden breakthrough sent the Upset metric into overdrive, given the clear probability gap facing the underdogs before kickoff. Suddenly chasing the game, NYCFC threw numbers forward, testing the resolve of Ethan Horvath. The veteran goalkeeper was equal to the task, producing three monumental saves to preserve the narrow advantage. The Balance of the contest shifted entirely from a methodical siege to a desperate sprint, as the visitors clung fiercely to their hard-earned lead.
Weathering the Storm
Desperation defined the final half-hour. NYCFC peppered the penalty area, generating relentless set-piece pressure as the corner count swelled to 13 overall. They registered 15 total shots, but their lack of ruthlessness proved costly. At the heart of the resistance was Julián Bazán, who turned in a mammoth defensive shift to repel wave after wave of sky-blue attacks. Every clearance and blocked shot amplified the Stakes of this late-season encounter. The final whistle confirmed a massive road victory for the Red Bulls, catapulting them to 33 points and closing the gap on their rivals in the Eastern Conference standings. For the hosts, it was a bitter lesson in efficiency; all the possession in the world means nothing if you cannot put the ball in the back of the net.
Key Questions
Who scored the decisive goal?
J. Hall scored the only goal of the game in the 57th minute for the New York Red Bulls.
Who was the standout performer for NYCFC?
Nicolás Fernández was outstanding in midfield for NYCFC, earning top honors despite his team's home defeat.
How did Ethan Horvath perform?
Ethan Horvath was crucial for the visitors, making 3 key saves to secure a vital clean sheet.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Local Pride on the Line in a High-Scoring Derby Clash
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. Defensive vulnerabilities on both sides promise an entertaining, goal-heavy affair at Yankee Stadium as local bragging rights take center stage.
The Setup
New York City FC and New York Red Bulls meet with mere points separating them in the Major League Soccer standings, though the mathematical Stakes remain modest at this stage of the regular season. Both teams have struggled immensely to shut out opponents, combining for an expected goals conceded rate that practically guarantees penalty-box action. NYCFC's Form at home has been surprisingly poor, managing just three victories in eleven outings, leaving the door wide open for the visiting side to snatch a result. However, a solid Balance rating suggests the hosts still hold the upper hand when it comes to overall squad depth and tactical versatility.
Key Battle
Nicolás Fernández has been a vital creative spark for the home side and will directly challenge the rugged, no-nonsense presence of T. Parker in the away defense. The attacking Stars of the home outfit are finding spaces with ease lately, meaning Parker will need to marshal his backline with absolute precision to avoid being completely overrun during rapid transition moments.
Our Prediction
We expect the hosts to finally leverage their home turf and turn their fortunes around. With both defensive units consistently leaking goals throughout the campaign, the home side's superior attacking metrics should see them outscore their bitter rivals in a frantic, back-and-forth victory that delights the local supporters.