Here’s a weird fact: Since Chris Armas took over as head coach of New York Red Bulls, 15 MLS matches have finished 1-0.
Of those, the Red Bulls have won five (the Union have won two over the same period).
So yes, Armas’ Red Bulls side is having success, but they are relying quite heavily on that exceptional defense to do it. Such was the case on Sunday, as Philly controlled large portions of the match but found it difficult to penetrate New York’s box to create the big chances they needed.
Still, there are a lot of positives to take away from Sunday’s loss.