Red Bull New York secured a 1‑0 victory over Inter Miami CF in a closely contested MLS match, thanks to an own goal by the hosts in the seventh minute. The match, played at Red Bull Arena, saw the visitors take an early lead when a defensive error by Inter Miami’s backline allowed a stray shot to find the net, giving Red Bull a narrow advantage that they held for the remainder of the game.
The game was dominated by Red Bull in terms of possession and attacking pressure. The New York side controlled 64 % of the ball and created two significant chances, though neither resulted in a shot on target. Inter Miami, meanwhile, managed only one shot on goal, which was saved by Red Bull’s goalkeeper. The defensive battle was intense, with both teams winning 10 of 18 duels, but Red Bull’s midfield outperformed the hosts, completing 86 % of their passes compared with Inter Miami’s 82 %.
Statistically, Red Bull’s expected goals (xG) stood at 0.80, while Inter Miami’s were a modest 0.09, reflecting the disparity in quality of chances. The own goal came from a free‑kick situation awarded to Germán Berterame in the defensive half, but the ball slipped past the keeper into the net. No further goals were scored, and the match ended with Red Bull maintaining their lead.
With the win, Red Bull New York moved to 36 points in the league standings, keeping them in contention for a playoff spot. Inter Miami remains in the lower half of the table, needing a stronger performance in their upcoming fixtures to climb the rankings. The match highlighted Red Bull’s ability to capitalize on defensive lapses and maintain composure under pressure, while Inter Miami will look to address their defensive vulnerabilities in preparation for their next challenge.