Red Bulls use own goal to grab lead, then Emil Forsberg to wrap up 2-0 victory over Inter Miami
The New York Red Bulls defeated Inter Miami 2-0 in a Major League Soccer match, securing their position above the playoff line. The victory was aided by an early own goal and a late insurance goal by Emil Forsberg.
Why it matters
The match is significant for the MLS playoff race and highlights the performance of high-profile players like Lionel Messi in a competitive league context.
HARRISON, N.J. (AP) — Emil Forsberg scored an insurance goal early in second-half stoppage time and the New York Red Bulls beat Inter Miami 2-0 on Saturday to stay above the playoff line.
Ethan Horvath finished with two saves for the Red Bulls (11-14-6) to earn his fifth clean sheet through his first 31 starts in the league.
New York, which began the day clinging to the ninth and final postseason spot in the Eastern Conference, took the lead in the 7th minute on an own goal by Inter Miami midfielder Carlos Casimiro.
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