Match Report
The table read 7th (New York City, 29 pts) against 7th (Colorado Rapids, 31 pts), 2 points apart. New York City had been under-performing their position — 23rd on five-round form against 7th in the table. In league terms the two rates read 1.57/1.35 for New York City and 1.41/1.27 for Colorado Rapids (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.6.
The venue was Yankee Stadium, with room for 47,309 spectators. On the scoreboard, New York City led 2-1 at the break; 1 second-half goal set the final 3-1.
Goal scorers
New York City: Nicolás Fernández Mercau (21'), Nicolás Fernández Mercau (45'), Talles Magno (85') · Colorado Rapids: Darren Yapi (45')
Key stats
Possession: New York City 41% · Colorado Rapids 59% · Total shots: 13-8 · On target: 8-2 · Corners: 4-4