Red Bull New York will host rivals New York City FC in the Round of 16 of the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday, April 29 at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 PM ET with coverage on Paramount+ and Red Bulls Radio in English via the Red Bull New York app and RedBullNewYork.com.
New York advanced to the Round of 16 after defeating defending USL Championship winners Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, 3-1, on April 15. Forward Julian Hall recorded a brace in the match and has now recorded seven goals across all competitions, while captain Emil Forsberg recorded a goal and an assist, and now has tallied three career U.S. Open Cup goal contributions in his career.
The Red Bulls have now advanced past their first Open Cup match three tournaments in a row. Since 2010, New York have posted a 13-1-4 mark in home matches in U.S. Open Cup play, while posting a 11-0-4 mark in U.S. Open Cup matches at Sports Illustrated Stadium. The club has posted a 3-0-0 mark against New York City FC in the U.S. Open Cup, while outscoring their rivals, 8-0, in those matches.
Red Members will receive their same seat location(s) as part of their Season Ticket Membership. No action will be needed, as tickets will be loaded onto Red Member accounts. General on sale details to be announced at a later date.
The Final Draw, setting the matchups and hosts for the quarterfinals through the final, will be aired live on CBS Sports Golazo Network’s “Morning Footy” at 9 AM ET on April 30.
Round of 16 Schedule
Tuesday, April 28 (all times ET)
Charlotte FC vs. Atlanta United FC – 7 p.m. (Paramount+ & CBS Sports Network)
San Jose Earthquakes vs. Minnesota United FC – 10 p.m. (Paramount+ & CBS Sports Golazo Network)
Wednesday, April 29 (all times ET)
Red Bull New York vs. New York City FC – 7 p.m. (Paramount+ & CBS Sports Network)*
The Golazo Show – 7:30 p.m. (Paramount+)
New England Revolution vs. Orlando City SC – 7:30 p.m. (Paramount+)*
Columbus Crew vs. One Knoxville SC – 7:30 p.m. (Paramount+)*
Chicago Fire FC vs. St. Louis CITY SC – 8 p.m. (Paramount+)*
Houston Dynamo FC vs. Louisville City FC – 8 p.m. (Paramount+)*
Colorado Rapids vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC – 9 p.m. (Paramount+)*
*featured on “The Golazo Show” starting at 7:30 p.m.
