Match Summary
New York City FC defeated New York Red Bulls 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by A. Martinez 13′, M. Moralez 50′. 4 yellow cards were shown. New York City FC had 36% possession while New York Red Bulls held 64%. New York City FC had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (1 on target) for New York Red Bulls. Expected goals: New York City FC 1.93 — New York Red Bulls 0.40. New York City FC made 5 substitutions, New York Red Bulls made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between New York City FC and New York Red Bulls — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. Haak
assist: A. Martinez
Match Statistics
New York City FC had 36% possession against New York Red Bulls's 64%. New York City FC registered 13 shots (3 on target) while New York Red Bulls managed 10 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 12–16.
Lineups
New York City FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pascal Jansen, while New York Red Bulls deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Sandro Schwarz.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York City FC is 6.98, compared to 6.92 for New York Red Bulls. 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 City FC's highest-rated starter is M. Moralez (7.14), while New York Red Bulls's best-rated player is E. Forsberg (7.30).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York City FC have contributed 30 goals and 21 assists this season, led by A. Martinez (19G). New York Red Bulls's starters account for 19 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by E. Forsberg (11G). 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 City FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against New York Red Bulls's 4-man backline averaging 6.96. 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 City FC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus New York Red Bulls's 5 rated 6.84. 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 City FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.00, compared to 1 for New York Red Bulls averaging —. 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 46% for New York City FC and 57% for New York Red Bulls. 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 City FC's starters have collected 50 yellow cards this season, compared to 26 for New York Red Bulls. 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 City FC's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: J. Fernandez (21), oldest: M. Moralez (38)), while New York Red Bulls average 26.6 (youngest: D. Gjengaar (21), oldest: E. Forsberg (34)). 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 City FC's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 26 for New York Red Bulls. 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New York City FC have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. New York Red Bulls show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
New York City FC and New York Red Bulls have met 1 times — New York City FC won 1, New York Red Bulls won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. New York City FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026