Red Bull New York (7-8-4, 25 pts.) begin a three-match homestand at Sports Illustrated Stadium, when they face off against Eastern Conference leaders Nashville SC (13-2-4, 43 pts.) on Wednesday, August 19.
Here are the Keys to the Game, presented by Toyota:
Up Top
Dylan Nealis has been a force in the air with 50 aerial duels won, tied for the fourth-most in MLS and the third-most in the Eastern Conference.
Overall, Nealis has won nearly 80% of the aerial challenges he’s been involved in.
First Win
Nashville SC is coming off their first regular season win against Red Bull New York, back in May of 2025.Â
Through eight total matches, RBNY has won three and drawn four against Nashville. RBNY have scored seven times against Nashville, while Nashville has scored three times against the Red Bulls.
Dominate In Possession
Adri Mehmeti has been dominating possession, recording the 10th highest phase of possession in the Eastern Conference this season.
Mehmeti has 87 percent passing accuracy, with 20 accurate long balls and 217 successful short passes.
Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET with coverage on Apple TV in English and Spanish, and Red Bulls Radio in English via the Red Bull New York app and RedBullNewYork.com.
Join New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey on August 19, before RBNY vs. Nashville SC, for an exclusive pre-match Q&A. Specialty ticket holders will also receive a goodie bag with book-themed swag, and 10 lucky attendees will win a Tessa Bailey book along with Red Bulls merchandise.
