After getting knocked out of the U.S. Open Cup in consecutive years by Philadelphia, the Red Bulls are hoping the third time’s the charm.
They play host to the Union on Wednesday at 8 p.m. in the Open Cup Round of 16. It’s a chance to get payback in an increasingly testy rivalry and get within three victories of a championship they’ve never won.
“It’s really important. It’s a trophy this club’s never won, it’s a chance to win a trophy,’’ said coach Jesse Marsch, who was ejected from last year’s game. “We think it’s a great opportunity to play this game at home, to get to the quarterfinals, to get revenge for the last two years, to continue to find a way to push forward.