Inter Miami fall 2-0 to Red Bull New York in MLS regular season
Synopsis
Inter Miami fell 2-0 to Red Bull New York — but the bigger picture tells a different story. Still second in the Eastern Conference with 55 points and the most goals in MLS this season, Messi and company head into Wednesday's home clash with FC Cincinnati under pressure to respond on their own turf.
Key Takeaways
Inter Miami CF lost 2-0 to Red Bull New York at Sports Illustrated Stadium on 25 October .
An own goal in the 7th minute and a stoppage-time strike sealed the result for RBNY.
Inter Miami sit second in the Eastern Conference with 55 points (15W-6L-10D) from 30 games .
Inter Miami lead MLS in goals scored with 73 — nine more than the next-best side.
Lionel Messi leads MLS in goals ( 25 ) and is tied for the lead in assists ( 15 ).
Inter Miami next host FC Cincinnati at Nu Stadium on Wednesday .
Inter Miami CF suffered a 2-0 road defeat against Red Bull New York (RBNY) in MLS regular season action at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison on 25 October, leaving their Eastern Conference position intact but denting momentum ahead of a crucial home fixture.
How the goals fell
The home side struck early, with an own goal in the seventh minute giving RBNY a 1-0 lead at the break. Inter Miami pushed hard in the second half for an equaliser but were ultimately frustrated. The clearest opportunity arrived in the 84th minute, when second-half substitutes Santiago Morales and Telasco Segovia combined in a rapid move — Morales' effort from the right side of the box was parried by the RBNY goalkeeper, and Segovia's powerful right-footed follow-up cannoned off the crossbar. RBNY sealed the result with a second goal in the first minute of stoppage time, making it 2-0 at the final whistle.
Where Inter Miami stand
Despite the loss, Inter Miami remain well-placed in the Eastern Conference, sitting second with 15 wins, six losses, and 10 draws for a total of 55 points from 30 regular season games. Notably, the club has been the top goal-scoring team in MLS this season, netting 73 goals — nine more than the next highest-scoring side.
Messi's individual numbers
Reigning MLS Landon Donovan MVP Award and Golden Boot winner Lionel Messi continues to lead both the club and the entire league in goals with 25 this regular season. He is also jointly leading the league assist charts with 15 assists, underlining his influence even in a defeat.
Red Bull New York's standing
Red Bull New York now sit ninth in the Eastern Conference with 11 wins, 14 losses, and six draws for 39 points. Young forward Julian Hall, aged 18, has been RBNY's standout attacking performer, tallying 11 goals and five assists in 29 appearances this season.
What's next for Inter Miami
Inter Miami return home to Nu Stadium on Wednesday to host FC Cincinnati, a fixture that will test their resilience after back-to-back games and offer an opportunity to consolidate their second-place standing in the Eastern Conference.
Point of View
And this one is no exception. Inter Miami dominated the attacking stats all season but were undone by an early own goal and a late counter — the kind of defensive lapse that tends to haunt playoff runs. With Messi leading the league in both goals and assists, the talent ceiling is high; the question is whether their backline can hold up when the pressure intensifies in the postseason. Red Bull New York's result, meanwhile, looks better on paper than it is in practice — they remain ninth in the East, well outside the playoff picture.
NationPress
25 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score between Inter Miami and Red Bull New York?
Red Bull New York beat Inter Miami CF 2-0 in MLS regular season action at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison on 25 October. An own goal in the 7th minute and a stoppage-time strike secured the result for the home side.
Where do Inter Miami stand in the MLS Eastern Conference after the loss?
Inter Miami remain second in the Eastern Conference with 55 points from 15 wins, six losses, and 10 draws across 30 regular season games. They also lead MLS in goals scored this season with 73.
How many goals and assists does Lionel Messi have in MLS this season?
Lionel Messi leads the entire MLS in goals with 25 this regular season and is tied for the lead in assists with 15 , making him the standout individual performer in the league.
Who is Red Bull New York's top scorer this season?
18-year-old forward Julian Hall is RBNY's top attacking contributor, with 11 goals and five assists in 29 appearances this regular season.
When and where does Inter Miami play next?
Inter Miami return home to host FC Cincinnati at Nu Stadium on Wednesday , seeking a bounce-back result after the 2-0 road defeat.
