The New York Red Bulls clinched their third Supporters’ Shield in franchise history, locking in the East’s number-one seed and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.
New York’s first playoff opponent will be partially decided Wednesday night, as No. 3 New York City FC hosts No. 6 Philadelphia. If Philadelphia wins, then they will host the Red Bulls on Sunday, November 4th. If NYCFC wins, then the Red Bulls will travel to the winner of No. 4 D.C. versus No. 5 Columbus on Sunday.
Against these three potential opponents, the Red Bulls are 3-1-2 this season. Here is a look at how New York stacks up against their three potential Eastern Conference Semifinals opponents:
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