New York Red Bulls claimed a 2-1 victory at Orlando City SC in an MLS contest where the visitors' superior shot conversion proved decisive. The Red Bulls dominated the underlying metrics, generating 4.64 xG from 22 shots with 13 on target, while Orlando managed 2.41 xG despite 17 attempts and only six shots on target. Julian Hall's two-goal haul powered New York's 4-3-3 setup, which created considerably more high-quality chances than Orlando's 4-2-3-1 formation. The hosts' goalkeeper made a respectable 83.33 per cent of saves, denying 0.59 goals above expected, but this proved insufficient to overcome the visitors' clinical finishing. Orlando's inability to convert their volume of shots—particularly from open play—underscored a familiar attacking limitation, with Tiago Souza's single goal offering scant consolation. The Red Bulls' efficiency in front of goal, combined with their structural control, delivered three crucial points in the Eastern Conference race.