Head Coach Patrick Vieira has named a strong XI for NYCFC’s US Open Cup clash at Red Bull Arena.
Making just two changes from the side which started the 2-1 MLS win over Philadelphia Union before the international break, it’s an XI which makes Vieira’s US Open Cup motivation clear.
Maxime Chanot misses out through the hamstring injury picked upon Luxembourg duty and is replaced by Frederic Brillant, while Miguel Camargo comes out for Mikey Lopez as the only other alteration.
US Open Cup rules dictate that only five non-US players are permitted in the squad which may explain why Andrea Pirlo is not on the 18 following his recent recovery from a knee injury.