The New York Red Bulls (10-8-7, 37 pts.) will begin a two-match homestand, starting on Saturday, August 20 against FC Cincinnati (8-8-9, 33 pts.) at Red Bull Arena. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET with coverage on MSG, MSG GO, and New York Red Bulls Radio in English and Spanish via TuneIn, the New York Red Bulls app and NewYorkRedBulls.com.
Get to know the matchup in Keys to the Game, presented by Honda:
On the Attack
FC Cincinnati has allowed 45 goals in 25 games this season, which is second-worst in the Eastern Conference.
They have not kept a clean sheet in nine-straight matches. Their last one came in a 1-0 victory over Orlando on June 24.
Cincinnati needs the three points to get back into the playoff picture, which means that there should be plenty of opportunities for the New York attack to get on the scoreboard.
Look Out for Lucho
Forward Luciano Acosta has been one of the key cogs in a much-improved Cincinnati attack throughout the 2022 season.
He leads MLS in assists with 14, and has a goal or an assist in six of his last nine appearances.
Acosta’s name should be circled when it comes to shutting down a potent Cincinnati offense.
Secure your Spot
Three points at home against FC Cincinnati would go a long way towards helping secure New York a spot in the postseason, and would solidify the Red Bulls as a contender for a home playoff game.
Cincinnati is currently in a cluster of eight teams within four points of each other for positions 5-12 in the Eastern Conference.
The road team can’t afford to sit back and settle for a point in this match, so the Red Bulls need to match their intensity.
