An incredible goal by Matteo Mancosu gave the Montreal Impact a huge 1-0 win over the New York Red Bulls in their MLS Eastern Conference semifinal series. A dominant Red Bulls team could not find the back of the net and it was not for lack of trying.
A sound defensive strategy combined with a quick counter-attack and transition was key to the Impact's success. New York had more than enough clear scoring chances to tie the game and even take the lead. Frustration did show late in the game when Omer Damari was given a straight red card for a reckless challenge on Calum Mallace.