NEW YORK CITY FC

The latest Hudson River Derby had everything you’d expect—physical play, big moments, and plenty of tension—but when it was all said and done, New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls settled for a 1–1 draw at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Saturday night.

The two local MLS sides came into the Hudson River Derby match looking to extend their two game winning streaks, after both having endured lengthy winless runs in the seasons early going. Red Bulls was also looking to avenge a 3-1 home loss to NYCFC in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on April 29th. The announced attendance of 26, 765 would enjoy a competitive and spirited affair.

In a Round of 16 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Hudson River Derby match involving two struggling sides, a victory could help change the fortunes of Red Bull New York or New York City FC. It would be expected that Red Bulls would have the advantage playing at home, but that was far from the case.