Team Snapshot

The Red Bulls hit the reset button this offseason, installing U.S. Soccer legend Michael Bradley as head coach and Canada Soccer legend Julian de Guzman as head of sport. That followed the club’s record 15-year Audi MLS Cup Playoffs streak ending one season after making MLS Cup 2024. 

Key Signings

Justin Che: After several seasons abroad, Che returned to MLS. The US youth international defender began his career as an FC Dallas homegrown player.
Cade Cowell: The winger was acquired on loan from LIGA MX powerhouse Chivas Guadalajara. Cowell was previously an MLS All-Star with the San Jose Earthquakes.
Ethan Horvath: The USMNT goalkeeper arrives from EFL League One side Cardiff City on a free transfer, helping replace Carlos Coronel.
Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty: The Canadian youngster brings well over 100 MLS appearances and projects as a starting fullback. 
Jorge Ruvalcaba: The Mexican-American winger was acquired from LIGA MX side Pumas UNAM, where he tallied 16g/9a in 100 games. 
Robert Voloder: The German center back brings MLS experience after playing for Sporting Kansas City.