"Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images The New York Red Bulls' active North American record of 15-straight MLS playoff appearances is no more. With the Chicago Fire's 5-3 victory over Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Tuesday night, New York was eliminated from postseason contention with two matches left to play in the regular season. The Red Bulls' fate was all but set on Saturday night when they lost to rivals NYCFC 3-2 to drop five points back of ninth-place Chicago after it beat the Columbus Crew later that evening. Chicago's win over Miami puts them eight points clear."
"New York's regression was undeniable this season, even if it has muddled in mediocrity for the majority of its playoff streak. Finishing with the Eastern Conference's No. 7 seed last year with 47 points, Sandro Schwarz's men went on a miracle run to the MLS Cup Final before losing to the Los Angeles Galaxy. With two games remaining, they have 43 points, unable to generate much stability while dealing with the long-term absence of Lewis Morgan, inconsistent goal scoring, and a defense that lacked the franchise's usual mettle."
The New York Red Bulls failed to qualify for the MLS playoffs, ending a 15-season streak after the Chicago Fire's 5-3 win over Inter Miami left New York eliminated with two regular-season matches remaining. A prior 3-2 loss to NYCFC dropped the Red Bulls five points behind Chicago, and Chicago's concurrent results created an insurmountable gap. The team sits at 43 points with two games left, down from last season's 47-point finish and run to the MLS Cup Final. Long-term absence of Lewis Morgan, inconsistent goal scoring, and a weakened defense contributed to clear regression. Sandro Schwarz is completing his second season as head coach. The franchise has never won an MLS championship and last missed the playoffs in 2009.
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