New York Red Bulls II will host Loudoun United FC on Saturday, March 19, in the club’s 2022 home opener. Kickoff at MSU Soccer Park is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET, with coverage available on ESPN+.
Match Notes
Defense Shines – Red Bulls II did not allow a shot on goal Wednesday night, marking the first time it held an opponent to zero shots on target since September 4, 2021, against Hartford Athletic.
Academy Impact – Four Red Bulls Academy players have made their professional debuts through two matches. Midfielder Sam Williams, who is in his second season as a registered academy player, is one of three players to play every minute of each match.
Familiar Foe – New York and Loudoun played three times in the final 30 days of the 2021 season, including the final two home matches for Red Bulls II.
Training Quotes
“Loudoun looks similar to last year in the way they set up and their back three. We’ve got some history, especially through my career of playing against DC United Academy, it’s pretty consistent. They like to be on the ball, lots of rotations, they counter-press very well. We prepared for all these kinds of situations.” – Head Coach Gary Lewis
“That was huge for us. Now we’re coming up against a team that we’re familiar with in the home opener. We’re obviously trying to keep the momentum going and keep this going.” – Defender Lamine Conte on the win in Atlanta
Important Numbers
3 – Red Bulls II has scored three or more goals in four of the last five meetings with Loudoun.
8 – Jordan Adebayo-Smith became the eighth different player to score the opening goal of the season for New York.
11 – Goalkeeper AJ Marcucci has started 11-straight matches for New York dating back to September 19, 2021.
