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New York Red Bulls Head Coach Jesse Marsch:
On how proud he is of Matt Miazga and Karl Ouimette for covering Sebastian Giovinco:
We showed a lot of video on Giovinco, we felt that he was a major percentage of the job tonight. Luis made a greerous at times for the most part. We knew that his and Jozy, their work rate isn't the best so we knew that we could find the game a little bit.
On the team getting goals from many players on the team:
I am happy for Anthony, every time we have called on him he has stepped up and done the job. It was important for us to get the goal, getting the 2-0 lead was vital because at 1-0 they could still put up a play at any moment. All of these guys have just stepped in and done the job.
On what kind of message this win sends to the league:
I am not too focused on what kind of message it sends to the league. There is an awareness that we have been a good team this year so it is more about making sure that every day we honor what we are trying to do and honor our process and to make sure that in all ways we step on the field and get better.
On how they limited Michael Bradley:
We were able to establish possession for major bouts of the game and it's about making sure that as we move the ball that we are aware of where those guys are so that if there is a turnover we know where they are at. We wanted to make sure that Felipe tilted a little bit more but that Dax was also aware. As we had the ball the most important thing was that those three guys were still taken care of and didn't find space to counter against us.
On the physicality of the game especially in first half:
We wanted it especially when Giovinco was away from the goal and we were hard on him. We didn't want him to find a rhythm and we wanted to limit his touches. Jozy is tricky because he likes contact, so as much as you want to be physical with him, you have to also play a little game so he doesn't know where the defenders are.
On Anthony Wallace's impact:
I think what has been the best thing for me about Anthony is that when he has been called on and when he has stepped on the field he has confidence and believes in himself. I think he has established himself with his teammates so his teammates believe in him. It is not always easy when you play a backup role at times to keep yourself mentally and physically sharp so it is a big credit to him.
On Gonzalo Veron's first goal:
Obviously it was good for him to get a goal and feel like he is contributing and get himself going. I thought his overall impact on the game was good he put defenders on their heels and you can see that some of his explosiveness will lead to him being dangerous and us creating chances.
On Matt Miazga's verbal altercations:
No I think that is shows he has confidence and he is going to make sure that as a center back he won't back down against big players and take care of business. With all these moments we want to be a competitive team, aggressive, physical but we don't want to cross the line. We want to have an edge,that is part of being a successful team.
On the rotation between Gonzalo Veron, Shaun Wright-Phillips and Mike Grella:
I think what is most important is that all of those guys understand that whether they are used from the start of from the bench that they are big players on the team and that they accept whatever role is given to them on the day. Having a deep, aggressive and talented team is certainly going to be a good thing for us and my job is to keep them motivated to do their job the way we know they can.
New York Red Bulls midfielder Dax McCarty:
On defending Sebastian Giovinco:
It's a team effort. Obviously it's not a job for just one player. So I thought as a team we did really well trying to figure out where he was on the field at all times on the field, and when he did get the ball, obviously our game plan was to double team him and make sure he didn't have a lot of space. He had one or two moments where he was dangerous. You're never going to contain a guy like that for the entire game but I thought defensively we were very good.
On the depth of the roster:
Yeah, the depth is so important and so impressive. You have injuries, you have suspensions, you have call ups, you need to have a full roster of players to come in and I think that speaks volumes to our system, and to the way we want to play. We have a system that every player needs to know how to play in, and once they come in, it's a seamless transition.
On shutting down big name players:
I don't think Giovinco and Jozy [Altidore] had too many touches tonight, and that's a credit to our forwards and our wide midfielders and our midfield to try and win the ball higher up the field and if we didn't do that, our defenders were there to cover for us. There were a few shaky moments in the back, but that's going to happen when you have great players you're playing against...overall, truly good performance on the defensive side of the ball and congrats to Luis on setting the record for shutouts-truly impressive for him.
New York Red Bulls goalkeeper Luis Robles:
On the team's play over the unbeaten streak:
I think with each and every performance, we continue to grow in confidence-we're growing in cohesion as well. Our biggest strength we said from the beginning is our locker room. Guys believe in each other, guys are willing to work for each other...from the very beginning to the very end, we're working hard for each other.
On the constant change of the back line:
A lot of credit to those guys-all the way from the very front with Bradley, to the end with me. Even with the different faces and the different personal changes from the very beginning in pre-season, our coaches drilled it into us tactically, how we wanted to play, whether it was shifting, putting pressure on the ball, dropping off, they continue to drill it into our heads that these are our tactics, those are our concepts, so it doesn't matter who is in there, they understand how they are supposed to play, and that's a huge reason why we are successful.
On facing a strong Toronto offense:
I think you have to give credit to the back line. I think at the beginning of the season, we would have went out and pressured the ball [on Toronto's long range shot], but we were willing to let him have that and then close off the middle and that's what we did. Our game plan today was to limit their space, and if they got space, don't panic and we'll figure it out.
On passing Tony Meola for the franchise shutout record:
I think it's pretty cool cause growing up, I looked up to Tony. He was such an icon on that '94 World Cup team, and of course playing for the MetroStars and then the Red Bulls, he's an icon in this area and continues to be very involved in soccer. He's been involved with my career here at Red Bull, and I only have positive things to say about Tony and I know he was honored last game so for him to be there that was special and as soon as the week starts he'll probably send me a text saying, 'congratulations.' He's such a class act and a great role model.
New York Red Bulls midfielder Sacha Kljestan:
On his performance and the Red Bulls offense heating up:
The last few games we have been doing well. I think we are most proud of the shutouts, the past couple of games we kept some very good offenses off the board. We really limited their chances, stuck to the game plan and kept them under pressure. Personally I haven't been great in the past three games, I know that, I am feeling a little fatigued it has been 15 straight months of playing without a vacation. Jesse is doing his best to limit limiting my training and getting as much rest as but what is most important is getting three points.
On facing Michael Bradley:
Yeah, Michael a friend of mine and I have a great respect for him and I think he is a great player for our National team. There is a little bit of extra motivation anytime you go up against these guys that are on the National team. We have been winning against those guys so I hope the run continues.
New York Red Bulls defender Matt Miazga:
On the team's recent unbeaten streak:
It's huge. I've been saying it all year, everyone knows their responsibilities on the field, we have a system that we stick to, and every game we're showing better and better. Defensively, as a unit, you say today that Kemar was out and Damien [was out], but guys stepped in, no misstep. Big shutout, and an even bigger three points, and separating ourselves from the pack now.
On the success of the back line against a strong Toronto attack:
Communication. I think we were all on the same page, all covering each other, knowing when to step. We were aware of all of the guys at all times, and we got the job done.
On the chippiness of the game:
It was chippy. That's part of the game. There was a lot of emotion. Guys are going to talk smack, that's part of the game. It is what it is. That's the past, we won the game, and I look forward to Chicago in ten days.
On containing Giovinco:
Yeah he's obviously a great player, he's very dangerous on the ball. I could tell when he was on the field, his little movements are very tricky, I had to be aware at all times and luckily he didn't get many chances so I'm happy about that. Luis made some big saves, and overall I thought the team played well.
