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Teams Encyclopedia Entry 1780054626
** The New York Red Bulls are a professional soccer team based in Harrison, New Jersey, competing in Major League Soccer (MLS) since 1996. **CONTENT:** ### Overview The New York Red Bulls are a professional soccer team that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS). The team was founded in 1996 as the New York/New Jersey MetroStars and was rebranded as the New York Red Bulls in 2006. The team is owned by Red Bull GmbH, an Austrian-based energy drink company, and is one of the most successful teams in MLS history. The Red Bulls play their home games at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, which has a seating capacity of over 25,000. The team has a rich history of producing talented players and has been a consistent competitor in the MLS playoffs. The Red Bulls have won two MLS Cups, four Supporters' Shields, and have reached the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions League. The team has a strong fan base, known as the "Red Bulls Army," which is one of the most dedicated and passionate fan bases in MLS. ### History/Background The New York/New Jersey MetroStars were founded in 1996 as one of the original teams in the MLS. The team played their home games at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and were owned by a group of investors led by John Kluge. The team struggled on the field, failing to win a playoff game in their first five seasons. However, in 2001, the team hired Bob Bradley as their head coach, and under his leadership, the team began to show improvement. In 2006, the team was rebranded as the New York Red Bulls, and the team's ownership was transferred to Red Bull GmbH. The team's new ownership brought a significant increase in resources and investment, which helped the team to become a consistent competitor in the MLS. The team moved to their new home, Red Bull Arena, in 2010, which has been a major factor in the team's success. ### Key Information * **Name:** New York Red Bulls * **Type:** Professional soccer team * **Date:** Founded in 1996 * **Location:** Harrison, New Jersey * **Known For:** Two-time MLS Cup winners, four-time Supporters' Shield winners * **Head Coach:** Gerhard Struber * **Stadium:** Red Bull Arena (capacity: 25,189) * **League:** Major League Soccer (MLS) The Red Bulls have a strong roster of talented players, including stars like Thierry Henry, who played for the team from 2012 to 2014, and Bradley Wright-Phillips, who is the team's all-time leading scorer. The team has also produced several talented young players, including Tyler Adams, who has gone on to play for the US national team. ### Significance The New York Red Bulls are one of the most successful teams in MLS history, with two MLS Cup wins and four Supporters' Shield wins. The team's success has helped to grow the popularity of soccer in the New York metropolitan area, and the team has a strong following among fans in the region. The team's commitment to developing young players has also helped to produce several talented players who have gone on to play for the US national team. **INFOBOX:** - **Name:** New York Red Bulls - **Type:** Professional soccer team - **Date:** Founded in 1996 - **Location:** Harrison, New Jersey - **Known For:** Two-time MLS Cup winners, four-time Supporters' Shield winners **TAGS:** New York Red Bulls, MLS, soccer, Red Bull Arena, Thierry Henry, Bradley Wright-Phillips, Tyler Adams, US national team, Major League Soccer.
SportsTeams Encyclopedia Entry 1779043401
The New York Red Bulls are a professional soccer team based in Harrison, New Jersey, competing in Major League Soccer (MLS). ## Overview The New York Red Bulls, previously known as the New York/New Jersey MetroStars, are a professional soccer team that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS). The team was founded in 1996 and is owned by Red Bull GmbH, an Austrian-based energy drink company. The Red Bulls play their home games at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, which has a seating capacity of over 25,000. The team has a strong following in the New York metropolitan area and has won several championships, including the Supporters' Shield in 2013. The Red Bulls have a rich history in American soccer, dating back to the original MetroStars team that played in the American Professional Soccer League (APSL) and later in the MLS. The team has undergone several rebranding efforts, including a name change to the New York Red Bulls in 2006. The team's logo and branding are inspired by the Red Bull energy drink company, which acquired the team in 2006. The Red Bulls have a strong commitment to developing young players through their academy system. The team has produced several talented players who have gone on to play for the US national team, including Tim Ream, Dax McCarty, and Sacha Kljestan. The team's coaching staff, led by head coach Gerhard Struber, has a strong focus on developing the team's young players and creating a winning culture. ## History/Background The New York/New Jersey MetroStars were founded in 1996 as one of the original teams in the MLS. The team played their home games at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and had a loyal fan base in the New York metropolitan area. However, the team struggled on the field, failing to win a championship in their first 20 seasons. In 2006, the team was rebranded as the New York Red Bulls, with a new logo and branding inspired by the Red Bull energy drink company. The Red Bulls have had several notable players throughout their history, including Thierry Henry, who played for the team from 2012 to 2014 and is the team's all-time leading scorer. Other notable players include Tim Cahill, who played for the team from 2012 to 2015, and Bradley Wright-Phillips, who played for the team from 2013 to 2019 and is the team's all-time leading goal scorer. ## Key Information - **Name:** New York Red Bulls - **Type:** Professional soccer team - **Date:** Founded in 1996 - **Location:** Harrison, New Jersey - **Known For:** Supporters' Shield winners (2013) - **Notable Players:** Thierry Henry, Tim Cahill, Bradley Wright-Phillips, Tim Ream, Dax McCarty, Sacha Kljestan - **Coaching Staff:** Gerhard Struber (head coach) - **Home Stadium:** Red Bull Arena (Harrison, New Jersey) ## Significance The New York Red Bulls are a significant team in American soccer, with a strong following in the New York metropolitan area. The team's commitment to developing young players through their academy system has produced several talented players who have gone on to play for the US national team. The team's rebranding efforts in 2006, including a new logo and branding inspired by the Red Bull energy drink company, have helped to increase the team's visibility and attract new fans. The Red Bulls' Supporters' Shield win in 2013 was a significant achievement for the team, marking their first championship in franchise history. The team's success on the field has helped to establish them as a major force in American soccer, and their commitment to developing young players has helped to create a winning culture within the team. INFOBOX: - Name: New York Red Bulls - Type: Professional soccer team - Date: Founded in 1996 - Location: Harrison, New Jersey - Known For: Supporters' Shield winners (2013) TAGS: New York Red Bulls, Major League Soccer, Red Bull Arena, Thierry Henry, Tim Cahill, Bradley Wright-Phillips, Gerhard Struber, US national team, American soccer.