New York Red Bulls Exit Leagues Cup After Draw with Pachuca, Extend Unbeaten Home Streak
The New York Red Bulls played to a 1-1 draw against C.F. Pachuca at Red Bull Arena on Tuesday night, with Pachuca clinching an extra point by winning the subsequent penalty shootout. This result marked the end of the Red Bulls' journey in the Leagues Cup, leaving them with two points from their two group stage matches.
The Red Bulls gained the upper hand in the 47th minute when midfielder Lewis Morgan delivered a pinpoint pass to forward Elias Manoel, positioned strategically within Pachuca's box. Manoel showcased his skill, turning swiftly and unleashing a powerful shot that struck the bottom of the crossbar before finding the net.
Pachuca responded with an equalizer later in the second half, leading to a nail-biting conclusion to the match. Both teams had several chances to secure the win in the final moments, but outstanding saves from Red Bulls' goalkeeper Carlos Coronel and his counterpart from Pachuca maintained the tie.
The penalty shootout saw Pachuca prevail, earning them the second available point from the match. Despite this, the Red Bulls continued to show their resilience at home, extending their unbeaten streak at Red Bull Arena across all competitions to 17 matches. This achievement marks the longest home unbeaten run in the franchise's history.
Looking ahead, the New York Red Bulls will shift their focus back to MLS play, with a crucial match against Charlotte FC on Saturday, August 24. They will return to Red Bull Arena on August 31 to face off against the Philadelphia Union, aiming to further build on their impressive home record.
