New York City FC secured a 3–1 victory over New York Red Bulls in the US Open Cup on 30 April, with the visitors' 4–2–3–1 formation proving more effective in attack despite registering fewer shots on target. The Red Bulls dominated territorially with nine shots to City's ten, but their goalkeeper faced a difficult evening, saving just 80 per cent of efforts faced while conceding 1.0 post-shot expected goals above what was prevented. Julian Hall's goal provided momentary respite for the home side, but City's clinical finishing—converting three chances from four shots on target—proved decisive. The visitors' structured defensive approach, anchored by their two-man midfield, contained the Red Bulls' 4–3–3 shape effectively throughout. This result leaves New York Red Bulls with work to do in cup competition.