Alonso Martínez had a goal and an assist and New York City FC defeated New York Red Bulls 2-0 on Saturday at Citi Field in the 26th edition of the Hudson River Derby.
NYCFC took the early lead when Martínez scored with a right-footed shot from the central position outside the box to the top left side in the 13th minute.
Alonso Martínez celebrates his goal during NYCFC’s 2-0 win over the Red Bulls on May 17, 2025. Imagn Images
Matt Freese celebrates after NYCFC defeated the Red Bulls. Imagn ImagesIn the 50th minute, Maxi Moralez made it 2-0 when he scored with a left-footed shot from the center of the box to the lower left central zone. Martínez assisted.
Matt Freese had one save for NYCFC (6-5-3, 21 points) and Carlos Miguel Coronel made two saves for the Red Bulls (5-6-3, 18 points).
NYCFC celebrates a goal during their win over the Red Bulls. Imagn Images
Each team has won 11 times (11-11-4) in the series between the nearest rivals in MLS.
Red Bulls hosts FC Dallas on Wednesday in a U.S. Open Cup round of 16 match. In MLS play, New York visits D.C. United on Saturday.
Felipe Carballo attempts to move the ball during the Red Bulls’ loss to NYCFC. Imagn ImagesNew York City hosts Chicago on May 25 in an MLS match.
