A Very Big Win: Red Bulls 4 – 1 DC United

By: Dave Martinez | August 10th, 2008

I told you the Bulls would score three didnt I?

A magnificent performance was put in by the home team, as the Bulls ran right at DC United, scoring 4 unanswered goals in a complete team victory. Juan Pablo Angel was huge as his midseason resurgance continues. Gabriel Cichero played his first game in MLS, and turned in an excellent performance, alongside Jeff Parke and Kevin Goldthwaite. His distribution and ability to clear danger kept DC off balance all night. Jon Conway, when called upon, came up big. Rojas kept the DC defense searching for answers all night. Van Den Bergh continues his excellent season, creating opportunities where none could be found. And much respect to Mike Magee, who turned in a vintage 2002 performance, taking close shots, and scoring on a great heads up rebound.

Like I said, an excellent team performance.

Now at 6-6-7, the Red Bulls face a midseason crossroads. Facing an important game against one of the worst road teams in TFC, the Bulls realize a win sends them back into serious playoff contention for the remaining third of the season. It will be interesting to see which team decides to show up next week after this big victory.

MAN OF THE MATCH

Juan Pablo Angel. No question. 2 goals on the night, and a threat the whole way through. But I do have to say – the combination of Magee, Rojas and Angel playing off each other created alot of opportunities. It will be nice to see how Osorio manages the top line in coming match ups.

TURNING POINT OF THE MATCH

Mike Magee scores just before the half. Its no secret to anyone that, though I may be at times critical, Mike Magee is one of my favorite Red Bulls players. And to see him putting up more of an attack, with some fierceness back in the eyes, and getting a goal – its a pleasure to take in. And its that goal that took the wind out of DC’s sails. They werent the same team there after.

WHAT THE @@&@%@)@(! MOMENT OF THE MATCH

Brian Namoff and that dirty kick to Rojas calf. Its instances like this that serve to further build a rivalry. Namoff, frustrated with DC’s performance, decided to take it out on Jorge Rojas calf with a stiff roundhouse. Rojas immediately collapsed in crushing pain. And Namoff gets a yellow. It was blatant and deserved more.

SPECIAL ED PLAYER OF THE MATCH

Namoff.

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martha in miami

Dare we say Figo? Then Angel would stay! p.s. Im watching Olympic Diving, sure brings back Fusion memories, we had the Gold down here, in our #17, lol!
Dave Martinez

Robby - I am hoping for it. But if that is going to lead to a tournament question, I would be down, but for fun, definitely . . . (Offside Football and American Football mix like oil and water)
RobZ

That sucks he is something special I liked him in his days in Aston....He came here I loved it. Well hopefully more wins like yesterday......Dave you getting Madden?
Dave Martinez

Rob - if they were it would be a tough sell - I would put my money on Nacional in Colombia until he retires. MAYBE one more year (money talks!).
RobZ

The performance I've been hoping to see on a consistent basis, Hey Dave you know if they are trying to resign Angel?
Dave Martinez

Arc it like Angel - love it!

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And NLR - preaching to the choir - Ide love Riquelme or Henry. Next season should be huge.
martha in miami

Impressive, Joe Namath like calling it!...so what are the lottery numbers this wk? lol. WTG Double M goal and Ubi first goal, I think. Oh and forget Bend it like whats his face, Arc it like Angel!
nolayuprule

Honestly I think this shows the kind of positive carry over that can come from a friendly with a mighty team like Barcelona.

We were outclassed in a major way against Barca but the lesson seemed to have been learned.

Instead of returning shell shocked from the beating we returned inspired to play solid ball, to raise our game from MLS level {aka the dumps} and try to be legit.

Im very impressed with Angel for not giving up when he clearly could. Hes a great player on a bad team in a terrible league and has been injured almost all season from playing on a substandard surface. But the man comes every night with effort and professionalism and fire!

Also Conway impresses the hell out of me anchoring a very inconsistent defense and saving a lot of balls when other guys with his history of being in and out of lineups and - this year - getting peppered with goals wouldnt.

Osario may mess with my confidence at times in his formations and lineups even but his player acquisitions are very solid and his commitment to improving this squad seems very clear.

Im all for making this team into Inter NY. Id be thrilled with south american players all over the field with a few euros mixed in and a couple of USA boys who deserve it out there representing {like they have in China - good work Joze!!!}

But this team also needs a star addition. I remain hopeful that Henry can be acquired somehow even if hes not the ideal player for us. I know Boca and Riquelme have a love affair going but that another fantasy acquisition for me.

Anyway - go NY!!! Another proud moment over a rival!!!
Dave Martinez

CB - Couldnt agree more. I also love the fact that Stammler Mendes and Pietravallo can all adequetly start, and play with the same intensity. Did you see Mendes off the bench yesterday? Beastly. Great job.
cb

Great match: the team had fire once again. I'm liking what I see of the new signings a lot, but it was the regular squad that came through big, also. I agree with your calls on Angel and Magee, but van den Bergh, Stammler, and Conway were making me happy, too. I love the tension of the four way tie for fourth now. We've checked out the basement long enough. Let's go Red Bulls!
Dave Martinez

NLR - I prefer Nostradumbass.

What a great game. Really is a positive way to start a Monday. Damn - I actually dont feel like its a Monday! Thats the kind of win it was!
phil

They needed that thank god rough rain great gameee!!
NoLayup Rule

you sir are a bona-fide profit!