Major League Soccer's New York derby had some slow beginnings, partly because of New York City's forgettable first season, and the New York Red Bulls early dominance over their new rival. Over the past three seasons, the rivalry has grown, in large part because of the efforts of Patrick Vieira and Jesse Marsch, two coaches who did well to build their teams into MLS powers, and whose strong personalities added spice to the derby.
When the Red Bulls take on NYCFC on Sunday night, the sidelines will have a very different look from the last time they met, just a month ago.