New York Red Bulls defeat Orlando City 3-2 in MLS match

On Saturday night, August 1, 2026, the New York Red Bulls beat Orlando City 3-2 in an Eastern Conference MLS game in Harrison, New Jersey. 19‑year‑old Mijahir Jiménez, called up from Red Bulls II, scored twice – his first MLS start – and Emil Forsberg added a third goal in the 43rd minute. Orlando’s goals came from Tyrese Spicer and Griffin Dorsey in the second half.

The victory extends New York’s recent dominance over Orlando, a 4‑0‑2 record in their last six meetings. Orlando, now 6‑10‑2, has not won against the Red Bulls since the 2023 season sweep. The next fixtures see Orlando hosting Cincinnati and the Red Bulls traveling to Atlanta on August 15.