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New York Red Bulls vs Orlando City Sc

Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison15 March 2025 at 18:30
Referee: Armando Villarrea

Match Events

New York Red Bulls
Orlando City SC
Kick Off
Penalty confirmed26′
VAR
39′
M. Pasalic

assist: E. Atuesta

Half Time
69′
M. OjedaD. Thorhallsson
P. StroudF. Carballo
76′
S. NealisJ. Hall
76′
82′
E. AtuestaD. Brekalo
82′
M. PasalicR. Enrique
82′
I. AnguloRafael Santos
D. GjengaarS. Ngoma
87′
87′
L. MurielD. McGuire
E. ForsbergW. Carmona
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal7
5Shots off Goal6
14Total Shots16
2Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox12
5Shots outsidebox4
12Fouls11
2Corner Kicks6
2Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves5
575Total passes447
475Passes accurate359
83%Passes %80%
2.73expected_goals1.69
1goals_prevented1

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for New York Red Bulls is 6.73, compared to 6.87 for Orlando City SC. 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 D. Nealis (6.83), while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is M. Ojeda (7.41).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of New York Red Bulls have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by E. M. Choupo-Moting (2G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 11 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Ojeda (9G). 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 3 defenders rated — on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. 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 6.83, versus Orlando City SC's 5 rated 6.88. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.68, compared to 1 for Orlando City SC 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 84% for New York Red Bulls and 84% for Orlando City SC. 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 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Orlando City SC. 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 32.3 (youngest: D. Nealis (27), oldest: E. M. Choupo-Moting (36)), while Orlando City SC average 28.0 (youngest: M. Pasalic (25), oldest: R. Jansson (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 Red Bulls's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 11 for Orlando City SC. 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.

New York Red Bulls3-4-2-14-2-3-1Orlando City SC
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Coronel3Eile15Nealis42Hack12Nealis75Edelman8Stroud44Edwards22Gjengaar10Forsberg13Choupo-.1Gallese30Freeman15Schlegel6Jansson24Smith20Atuesta35Gerbet87Pasalic10Ojeda77Angulo9Muriel

Substitutes

Coach: Sandro Schwarz

Substitutes

Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez

New York Red BullsPosition StrengthOrlando City SC
6.73
Avg Rating
6.87
Defender (3 v 4)6.81
0G 0A0G 0A
6.83Midfielder (4 v 5)6.88
0G 0A11G 4A
6.68Forward (3 v 1)
3G 3A0G 0A
New York Red Bulls3-4-2-1
31GoalkeeperCarlos Coronel
3DefenderN. Eile
15DefenderS. Nealis
42DefenderA. Hack
12MidfielderD. Nealis6.8
75MidfielderD. Edelman
8MidfielderP. Stroud
44MidfielderR. Edwards
22ForwardD. Gjengaar
10ForwardE. Forsberg6.71G3A
13ForwardE. M. Choupo-Moting6.62G
Orlando City SC4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Gallese
30DefenderA. Freeman
15DefenderR. Schlegel
6DefenderR. Jansson6.8
24DefenderK. Smith
20MidfielderE. Atuesta6.7
35MidfielderJ. Gerbet
87MidfielderM. Pasalic6.52G
10MidfielderM. Ojeda7.49G
77MidfielderI. Angulo6.94A
9ForwardL. Muriel

Match Summary

New York Red Bulls and Orlando City SC drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Ojeda 18′, E. M. Choupo-Moting 29′ (pen.), M. Pasalic 39′, D. Gjengaar 47′. 4 yellow cards were shown. New York Red Bulls had 56% possession while Orlando City SC held 44%. New York Red Bulls had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 16 (7 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: New York Red Bulls 2.73 — Orlando City SC 1.69. New York Red Bulls made 4 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting 26′).

Rivalry since 2015

New York Red Bulls vs Orlando City SC Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
New York Red Bulls
12
wins
Drawn
4
Orlando City SC
9
wins
Total goals
66 · 2.6/match
Both scored
12/25 · 48%
Over 2.5
11/25 · 44%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 43 v 2018

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026