Key Moments
The New York Red Bulls suffered a tough 3-2 loss to New York City FC this past weekend, dealing a blow to their MLS Cup playoff hopes. Despite the defeat, the Red Bulls remain in the thick of the postseason race thanks to a Columbus Crew win that officially clinched a playoff spot for the Ohio club.
The match against NYCFC was interrupted early on when the referee was forced to leave the game due to an ankle injury sustained in what appeared to be a simple slip. After a brief delay, the game continued with a replacement official.
Player Impact
While the Red Bulls were unable to secure the victory, several players put in strong individual performances. Teenage sensation Freddy Adu, who holds the record as the youngest goalscorer in MLS history, found the back of the net for the Red Bulls. However, NYCFC's attackers proved too much to handle, with the visitors netting three goals to secure the win.
TL;DR
- The New York Red Bulls lost 3-2 to New York City FC, dealing a blow to their playoff hopes
- The match was briefly delayed after the referee suffered an ankle injury and had to be replaced
- Freddy Adu scored for the Red Bulls, but NYCFC's attack was too much to overcome
- Despite the loss, the Red Bulls remain in playoff contention thanks to a Columbus Crew win