The New York Red Bulls used a bit of art inspiration to announce their 2020 schedule on Thursday.
New York paid homage to artist Maurizio Cattelan, the mind behind the viral duct-taped banana sculpture that sold for $120,000. Instead of a banana, the Red Bulls used specific items corresponding to the 17 opponents they'll face at Red Bull Arena — such as Pancake syrup for Toronto FC and a baseball bat for NYCFC.
They'll face Cincinnati FC to begin their campaign on March 1. The first installment of the Hudson River Derby is set to take place on May 30, where the Red Bulls travel to Yankee Stadium.
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— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) December 19, 2019In 2019, the Red Bulls reached the postseason after they finished sixth in the Eastern Conference. However, they were eliminated in the first round against the Philadelphia Union. They'll get a chance at revenge on Apr. 26.
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NYCFC, who finished atop of the Eastern Conference standings last season, wasn't as exhuberant as its rival in its reveal.
The club will play the 2020 season at two different baseball stadiums. Along with its regular home site at Yankee Stadium, NYCFC announced it'll play four matches at Citi Field. The "Citi Field Series" is set to take place against Nashville SC (Apr. 6), Montreal (July 25), Philadelphia (Aug. 8) and DC United (Sept. 26).
Yankee Stadium will serve as the host for the remaining 13 home matches.
"Moving these fixtures to Citi Field will create a more balanced schedule which allows our team additional recovery time and preparation days ahead of key league matchups," Sporting Director David Lee said in a statement. "I know our players have greatly enjoyed the experience and atmosphere created by our fans at Citi Field in the past and we're looking forward to playing there in the 2020 season."
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— New York City FC (@NYCFC) December 19, 2019
