Rivalry week is here. Some of the most hotly contested matches will be played over these few days. And with the end of the season looming and a tightly-packed playoff race coming to the fore, points have never been more precious for many of MLS’ elite clubs.
Two of the very best played one another on Wednesday night as New York City FC hosted local rivals, the New York Red Bulls, with both teams hoping to make up ground in the Eastern Conference and potentially make a run at the Supporters’ Shield over the final few weeks.