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Philadelphia Union II - Ii VS New York Red Bulls B Result Today
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05-04 03:00
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Philadelphia Union II
New York Red Bulls B
Attacks
118
99
Dangerous Attacks
68
45
Ball Possession
47
53
On Target
7
6
Off Target
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End 1-2
86′
C.Harper
D. Nelich
79′
P. Sokoloff
72′
1-2
D. Nelich
Assist: D.Gjengaar
70′
S.Olivas
kellan leblanc
70′
O. Benitez
M. Berthé
67′
1-1
M. Jiménez
Assist: J.Bazan
65′
D.Gjengaar
59′
C. Faello
joyeux bungi masanka
59′
Benjamin Rodriguez
A. Modelo
51′
W. Ferreira
edward davis
51′
1-0
Stas Korzeniowski
45′
M. Jiménez
A.Rojas
45′
P. Sokoloff
Mitchell
Halftime 0-0
39′
finn sundstrom
20′
M. Paula
14′
G. Sequera
13′
A.Rojas
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Match Info

A late surge from New York Red Bulls B secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Philadelphia Union II at Subaru Park on May 4, 2026, in an engaging MLS Next Pro contest. The match showcased the development of young talent, with both sides displaying promise but the visitors showing greater composure in decisive moments.

Match Overview

The game began with Philadelphia Union II taking the initiative. Playing in front of their home supporters, they looked sharp in possession and pressed high up the pitch. Their efforts were rewarded in the 22nd minute when a well-worked move ended with James Rodriguez (no relation to the Colombian star) finishing from close range after a cutback from the byline.

Key Moments

  • 22' Goal (Philadelphia): James Rodriguez scores to give the hosts a 1-0 lead.
  • 60' Equalizer (NYRB II): A corner kick is not cleared, and Sam Williams volleys home from 12 yards out.
  • 85' Winner (NYRB II): Substitute Andres Torres scores a deflected shot from the edge of the box to make it 2-1.
  • 90+3': Philadelphia had a late chance but the header went straight at the goalkeeper.

Tactical Story

Philadelphia Union II started in a 4-3-3, using the width of the pitch effectively in the first half. Their midfielder trio controlled the tempo, but they began to tire in the second half. New York Red Bulls B switched to a more direct 4-4-2 after the break, which unsettled the home defense. The equalizer came from a set piece, a weakness Philadelphia has been trying to address. The winning goal came against the run of play as Philadelphia pushed for a second, leaving space at the back.

Standout Performers

The Red Bulls' substitutes made the difference, with Andres Torres providing the match-winning spark. Goalkeeper Liam Davis of NYRB II also made a crucial save in the dying moments. For Philadelphia, James Rodriguez was the standout, both for his goal and his all-around link-up play before he was substituted due to fatigue.

MLS Next Pro Standings Impact

The victory moves New York Red Bulls B up the Eastern Conference table, while Philadelphia Union II drops points at home. Both teams remain in the middle of the pack early in the season, but the result shows that the Red Bulls development side has found a fighting spirit that could be crucial in a long campaign. The match also highlighted the high turnover typical of MLS Next Pro, where rotations and young players getting minutes shape the tactical narrative week to week.