The New York Red Bulls competed in 20 soccer matches from June 2 until the end of the MLS regular season. They secured three victories, two of which were against the struggling Toronto team.
Despite a promising start to the 2024 Major League Soccer season, the Red Bulls only managed to win a total of 11 matches out of the 34-game season.
Entering the MLS playoffs as the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference with odds of +5800, the Red Bulls were not initially seen as strong contenders for the title.
However, after defeating Orlando City 1-0 in the conference final, the Red Bulls are now just one win away from claiming the MLS Cup. They will face either the Seattle Sounders or Los Angeles Galaxy in the final next weekend.
The journey of the Red Bulls throughout the playoffs exemplifies the unpredictable nature of the MLS postseason, characterized by its format designed to promote parity among teams.
Despite their underdog status, the Red Bulls managed to defeat strong opponents such as Columbus Crew and NYCFC to secure their place in the final.
With a determined performance against Orlando City in the semifinals, the Red Bulls have defied expectations and are now on the brink of winning their first MLS Cup championship.