Major League Soccer· Season 2025
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 6.96, compared to 6.62 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 A. O'Neill (7.06), while New York Red Bulls's best-rated player is E. Forsberg (6.73).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of New York City FC have contributed 8 goals and 10 assists this season, led by H. Wolf (5G). New York Red Bulls's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by E. M. Choupo-Moting (2G). 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 6.98 on average, against New York Red Bulls's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 6.95, versus New York Red Bulls's 5 rated 6.62. 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 —, compared to 1 for New York Red Bulls averaging 6.62. 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 83% for New York City FC and 80% 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 28.0 (youngest: T. Gray (23), oldest: M. Moralez (38)), while New York Red Bulls average 30.3 (youngest: M. Sofo (21), oldest: E. M. Choupo-Moting (36)). 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 12 league appearances each, versus 11 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
Coach: Pascal Jansen
Substitutes
Coach: Sandro Schwarz
Rivalry since 2015
New York City FC vs New York Red Bulls Head to Head Results· 33
New York City FC and New York Red Bulls have met 33 times — New York City FC won 12, New York Red Bulls won 16, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. New York Red Bulls leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 33 meetings. A combined 92 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.79 per match (39 for the home side, 53 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (45%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (45%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. New York City FC are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New York City FC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. New York Red Bulls show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026