New York Red Bulls II drew the Rochester Rhinos 0-0 last weekend for the second time this season. The draw brings NYRB II to 9-1-5 on the season adding to their impressive defensive performance with their tenth shutout of the season.
READ: Match Recap vs. Rochester Rhinos
Nine USL players also played in the New York Red Bulls’ 2-0 victory against Club América on Wednesday.
Red Bulls II travel over the border this weekend, where they will square off against FC Montreal on Saturday July 9, at 3 p.m. ET (WATCH: NewYorkRedBulls.com/Live).
Another one Unbeaten
New York Red Bulls II are now undefeated in nine games, with their last defeat coming against the Charlotte Independence back on May 1.
Since May 1, NYRB II holds a record of 6-0-3 and stands in second place in the Eastern Conference, behind only Louisville FC. In those nine games, New York has scored 14 goals and conceded just 4 times.
Red Bulls II had an impressive four-game shutout streak, recording 1-0 wins against FC Montreal, Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Bethlehem Steel and the Harrisburg City Islanders.
Back on the Road
Red Bulls II will hit the road this weekend and travel up north to face FC Montreal. Saturday will be the second of three meetings between the two teams. Last time out, Red Bulls II came out as victors with a 1-0 score line. Junior Flemmings scored the winner in the 90th minute off a cross from defender Konrad Plewa.
The match against FC Montreal will be the first of a three game road trip for New York. Red Bulls II will then finish their road trip against the Charlotte Independence and FC Cincinnati.
NYRB II will hop on the road with confidence, as they are yet to lose away from home. Red Bulls II has a road record of 5-0-1, with their only tie coming on June 19, to Orlando City B. The squad has only allowed three goals away from Red Bull Arena.
World Beaters: Club América
On a hot night that featured many young players, the New York Red Bulls beat Mexican giants Club América 2-0 at Red Bull Arena on Wednesday.
New York showed its depth in the friendly, fielding a total of nine USL signed players in the match. The roster included all but one player (Chris Duvall) who has featured for NYRB II this season.
Dan Metzger’s goal gave the Red Bulls some insurance in the 53rd minute with his dipping shot from outside the 18-yard box to give the squad a 2-0 lead.
The victory against Club América is the second victory for NYRB II players against an international opponent, after they defeated Chelsea FC last season in the International Champions Cup.
RBNY Lineup: Kyle Reynish; Justin Bilyeu, Gideon Baah (Zach Carroll), Damien Perrinelle (Zoumana Simpara), Chris Duvall (Konrad Plewa); Tyler Adams (Dan Metzger), Shaun Wright-Phillips (Florian Valot, Stefano Bonomo), Sean Davis (Speedy Williams); Gonzalo Veron (Vincent Bezecourt), Anatole Abang (Brandon Allen), Derrick Etienne Jr. (Junior Flemmings)
