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GIACOMETTI: With a championship pedigree, Red Bulls laud experience of Aurelien Collin

HANOVER, N.J. – It’s been a challenging start for the New York Red Bulls, but reinforcements have arrived in a big way.

While earning their first shutout of the season on Friday night, the Red Bulls have been plagued with injuries to their centerback core, forcing head coach Jesse Marsch to piece together his backline with those that remained.

Now, just as the likes of Ronald Zubar and Gideon Baah appear to be nearing full fitness, veteran defender Aurelien Collin has entered the fold.

Acquired in a trade with Orlando City SC, Collin boasts an impressive résumé that features triumphs in the U.