After 45 minutes, Chicago Fire looked like they would easily dominate the New York Red Bullsat home -- a feat not yet accomplished by any other MLS team this season.
A screaming one-time golazo from midfielder Aleksandar Katai put Chicago up in the 30th minute. Holding on to the lead in its 5-3-2 formation, the Fire found another goal after goalkeeper Luis Robles committed a foul on Katai. Forward Nemanja Nikolic easily lofted the penalty kick into the back of the net.
In unfamiliar territory, the Red Bulls desperately looked for a goal at home. On an 80th minute corner, Bradley Wright-Phillips gave the home team a chance, but the opportunity came just a little too late.
Goals
- 30' – CHI – Aleksandar Katai | WATCH
- 69' – CHI – Nemanja Nikolic | WATCH
- 80' – RBNY – Bradley Wright-Phillips | WATCH
Next Up
- New York Red Bulls: Saturday, April 28 at LA Galaxy (10:30 pm ET | TV & streaming info)
