HARRISON, N.J. — In an energetic match on Saturday night, the New York Red Bulls triumphed over Atlanta United with a 2-0 victory, marking their longest winning streak of the season with three consecutive victories. Cameron Harper was outstanding, contributing a goal and an assist, and his efforts were complemented by Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who also found the back of the net. Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel Coronel achieved his seventh shutout of the season, playing a crucial role in the team’s defense as he successfully thwarted three shots from Atlanta.
Harper showcased exceptional skill right from the beginning, breaking the deadlock just three minutes into the game. He maneuvered expertly on the right side of the box, dodging defender Luis Abram, before sending a calculated shot into the goal.
Choupo-Moting, maintaining his impressive form, doubled the lead for the Red Bulls in the 29th minute. Harper, after receiving a well-placed forward pass from Alexander Hack, delivered a perfect cross to Choupo-Moting, who confidently completed the move with a one-touch finish. This marked Choupo-Moting’s sixth goal in six games and made him the fifth player in the club’s history—and the first since Bradley Wright-Phillips in 2018—to achieve at least ten goals within the first 17 matches of a season.
Atlanta United, which had recently ended an unfavorable streak with two consecutive wins, was unable to replicate its recent success against New York. The teams had faced off earlier this season on March 8, a match that ended in a goalless draw.
This victory consolidates the Red Bulls’ standing and demonstrates their ability to capitalize on key moments, cementing their status as a formidable team this season.