Match Summary
New York City FC defeated New York Red Bulls 5:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by M. Moralez 5′, A. Martínez 7′, D. Vanzeir 28′, A. Perea 30′, A. Martínez 45′, T. Gray 67′. 2 yellow cards were shown. New York Red Bulls had 51% possession while New York City FC held 49%. New York Red Bulls had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for New York City FC. Expected goals: New York Red Bulls 1.58 — New York City FC 1.95. New York Red Bulls made 5 substitutions, New York City FC made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between New York Red Bulls and New York City FC — 6 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Gray
assist: K. O'Toole
assist: M. Moralez
Match Statistics
New York Red Bulls had 51% possession against New York City FC's 49%. New York Red Bulls registered 15 shots (4 on target) while New York City FC managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 9–1. Fouls committed: 12–11.
Lineups
New York Red Bulls lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under S. Schwarz, while New York City FC deployed a 4-4-2 under N. Cushing.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York Red Bulls is 6.91, compared to 6.99 for New York City FC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. New York Red Bulls's highest-rated starter is C. Coronel (7.06), while New York City FC's best-rated player is M. Moralez (7.14).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York Red Bulls have contributed 4 goals and 1 assists this season, led by D. Gjengaar (2G). New York City FC's starters account for 28 goals and 17 assists, spearheaded by A. Martínez (19G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
New York Red Bulls deploy 4 defenders rated 7.05 on average, against New York City FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.92. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
New York Red Bulls field 4 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus New York City FC's 4 rated 6.95. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
New York Red Bulls start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for New York City FC averaging 7.07. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 50% for New York Red Bulls and 50% for New York City FC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
New York Red Bulls's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 45 for New York City FC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of New York Red Bulls's starting XI is 24.2 (youngest: D. Gjengaar (21), oldest: C. Coronel (29)), while New York City FC average 27.3 (youngest: T. Gray (23), oldest: M. Moralez (38)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
New York Red Bulls's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 32 for New York City FC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New York Red Bulls have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. New York City FC show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
New York Red Bulls and New York City FC have met 2 times — New York Red Bulls won 0, New York City FC won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. New York City FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026