The New York Red Bulls (13-6-2, 41 pts.) welcome Los Angeles Football Club (10-5-6, 36 pts.) to Red Bull Arena for their inaugural matchup, pres. by Audi. The two sides will meet for the first time on Sunday, August 5 at 6 p.m. The game will be broadcast live on FS1 and available on New York Red Bulls Radio in English and Spanish.
Here are five reasons to attend the match, presented by the Franklin Group:
BWP100
The club will recognize Bradley Wright-Phillips' record of becoming the fastest player to score 100 MLS regular season goals, doing so in just 159 games. BWP set the record in the Red Bulls' 1-0 victory over D.C. United on July 25.
Following the conclusion of the match, there will be a special presentation to Wright-Phillips, including highlights of his best goals and video messages from past coaches, teammates and others. The ceremony will be capped off with a special message from the club. Fans will also receive a commemorative poster, celebrating Wright-Phillips’ record as they leave the arena.
Two Top Teams
This matchup "will be special," according to Kaku.
Two of the best teams in MLS square off on national TV in their inaugural matchup.
"I know our group will be up for it," Sean Davis said. "We’re going to be very motivated, especially at home with a weeks rest, so we’re all looking forward to it.”
Club Connections
The upstart LAFC squad, coached by New Jersey's own and former MetroStars head coach, Bob Bradley, are off to an impressive start in their first season in MLS.
Bradley coached New York Red Bulls Head Coach Chris Armas with the Chicago Fire.
- READ: Fans Encouraged to Stay Late to Honor Bradley Wright-Phillips’ MLS Record Following LAFC Match
Back from ASG
LAFC's Carlos Vela will wear the Captain's armband for the MLS All-Stars on Wednesday night against Juventus, leading a team that included Tyler Adams, Michael Amir Murillo, Aaron Long and Wright-Phillips. LAFC will also have Laurent Ciman on the roster for the All-Star Game.
Just days later, the one-time-teammates will meet for the biggest matchup of the week in MLS regular season play.
Audi Yowie
Audi is handing out 15,000 Yowies to the first 15,000 fans inside Red Bull Arena.
The versatile accessory can be swung around your head to help rally the Red Bulls, worn as a headband, scarf around your neck and many more. Be sure to get to Red Bull Arena early to snag yours.
