Match Summary
New York Red Bulls defeated Charlotte 4:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by W. Bogacz 14′, K. A. Calderon Vargas 26′, M. Sofo 29′, E. M. Choupo-Moting 70′ (pen.), L. Abada 76′, E. M. Choupo-Moting 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. New York Red Bulls had 41% possession while Charlotte held 59%. New York Red Bulls had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Charlotte. Expected goals: New York Red Bulls 2.15 — Charlotte 1.91. New York Red Bulls made 5 substitutions, Charlotte made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting 69′).
Match Events
Key match events between New York Red Bulls and Charlotte — 6 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Duncan
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Penalty
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Match Statistics
New York Red Bulls had 41% possession against Charlotte's 59%. New York Red Bulls registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Charlotte managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 15–10.
Lineups
New York Red Bulls lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Sandro Schwarz, while Charlotte deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Dean Smith.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for New York Red Bulls is 6.87, compared to 6.94 for Charlotte. 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 Carlos Coronel (7.06), while Charlotte's best-rated player is P. Biel (7.39).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York Red Bulls have contributed 9 goals and 4 assists this season, led by M. Sofo (5G). Charlotte's starters account for 17 goals and 17 assists, spearheaded by P. Biel (10G). 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 6.96 on average, against Charlotte's 4-man backline averaging 6.84. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Charlotte's 5 rated 7.01. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Charlotte 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 50% for New York Red Bulls and 50% for Charlotte. 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 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 for Charlotte. 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 24.9 (youngest: D. Gjengaar (21), oldest: R. Edwards (30)), while Charlotte average 25.2 (youngest: J. Marshall-Rutty (21), oldest: P. Biel (29)). 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 25 league appearances each, versus 27 for Charlotte. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New York Red Bulls have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Charlotte show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
New York Red Bulls and Charlotte have met 1 times — New York Red Bulls won 0, Charlotte won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Charlotte leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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