MLS 2026 · WED, OCT 14
DC United vs New York Red Bulls match report: DC United edge past New York Red Bulls
DC United took the points in a match where New York Red Bulls held most of the territory but could not overturn a two-goal half-time deficit.
By 10xSharp · Published
Final score
DC United won 2-1, having led 2-0 at half-time. The outcome was a home win. New York Red Bulls pulled one back in the second half but could not find an equaliser.
Goals
Tai Baribo put DC United ahead from the penalty spot in the 5th minute. Silvan Hefti doubled the lead in first-half stoppage time, assisted by Tai Baribo. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scored for New York Red Bulls in the 71st minute, assisted by Emil Forsberg.
Match flow
New York Red Bulls were on top for most of the first half. They were also on top for most of the second half, and for most of the match overall. DC United held the edge only in the opening 15 minutes.
Key stats
New York Red Bulls controlled possession with 70% to DC United's 30%. They also had more shots on target, 7 to 3, and more corners, 11 to 3. DC United's goalkeeper made 6 saves compared to 1 for the visitors.
Discipline
DC United picked up 2 yellow cards and 1 red card. New York Red Bulls received 3 yellow cards and no red cards. The match official was Guido Gonzales Jr.
Streaks
DC United's win ended a run of 4 MLS matches without a win.
Pre-match
Bookmakers made DC United the favourites, at an implied 52%; DC United won the match. 10xSharp's call was for fewer goals than the bookmakers' 3.25 line; the match had 3 goals in 90 minutes, below the line, so the call was right.
What it means
DC United now sit 24th with 33 points and a goal difference of -11. New York Red Bulls are 17th with 36 points and a goal difference of -15.
Verdict
DC United took their chances in the first half and defended their lead despite New York Red Bulls controlling the match on the numbers. The win ends DC United's winless run, while New York Red Bulls remain ahead of them in the table.