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KEYS TO THE GAME: New York Red Bulls II vs Carolina Core FC

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New York Red Bulls II (4-1-1, 13 pts) will host Carolina Core FC (1-3-3, 8 pts) at MSU Soccer Park on May 4 at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Here are the Keys to the Game:

Catching Form

New York is finding a good run of form as they have won three of their last four matches. They've scored a total of 11 goals in this span. In each win they've scored three or more goals. The team is also yet to be held scoreless through the season, joining Carolina Core FC and Huntsville FC as only clubs in the Eastern Conference to score in each game played in 2025.

Smoothly Kasule

Midfielder Ibrahim Kasule is off to a strong start to the season. In his past three matches, the Buikwe, Uganda native has two goals and three assists for a total of five goal contributions. He leads the team in goals and assists. Kasule most notably had a one goal two assist performance in Red Bulls II's previous match against Orlando City B.

Protect Home Turf

New York are undefeated at home this season, going unbeaten in two matches. They earned 3-2 victories over NYCFC II and Chicago Fire FC II on March 30 and April 6.

Kickoff is set for 5:00 p.m. ET with coverage available on Apple TV – MLS Season Pass.