It’s the New York Red Bulls versus Atlanta United FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 15, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA
- Streaming: Apple TV
How to Watch New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United FC on August 15, 2026
You can watch Atlanta United FC take on the New York Red Bulls live on DIRECTV on Apple TV on August 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET.
New York Red Bulls (7-4-7) at Atlanta United FC (3-3-12) — Match Preview
New York Red Bulls (7-4-7) travel to Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 15, 2026 to face an Atlanta United FC side (3-3-12) that sits near the bottom of the Eastern Conference table. New York is scoring at a 1.6-goal-per-match clip across 18 matches while Atlanta has managed just 1.1, and that gap in output lines up with the standings, where New York sits 8th in the conference against Atlanta down at 15th. Jorge Ruvalcaba has carried the Red Bulls attack with 7 goals in 17 appearances, and Emil Forsberg has fed him and the rest of the frontline all year, adding 7 assists to his own 2 goals across those same 17 matches. Atlanta’s answer is Alexey Miranchuk, who has directly produced 5 goals and 4 assists in 17 matches and gives the home side its most dangerous attacking option by a wide margin. Miguel Almirón has made the most of limited minutes too, scoring 3 goals in just 12 matches for Atlanta this season. New York’s defense has leaned hard on Ethan Horvath, who has made 61 saves across 18 appearances, a workload that points to how often the Red Bulls have been under siege even while winning matches.
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What Time is the Atlanta United FC vs. New York Red Bulls Match Today?
The New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United FC match starts at 7:30 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United FC?
You can watch New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United FC on Apple TV.
Players to Watch: New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United FC
New York Red Bulls
Jorge Ruvalcaba — F. The Red Bulls striker leads the club with 7 goals in 17 appearances, the top scoring output on the roster this season. He remains New York’s most reliable focal point up top as the team looks to close out matches on the road.
Emil Forsberg — M. Forsberg has quietly been New York’s most productive creator, setting up 7 assists to go with 2 goals of his own across 17 appearances. That combination of scoring and playmaking makes him the Red Bulls’ most complete attacking midfielder heading into Atlanta.
Ethan Horvath — G. Horvath has shouldered a heavy workload between the posts, recording 61 saves and 1 clean sheet across 18 appearances this season. The save volume reflects a Red Bulls defense that has needed its goalkeeper to bail it out on a regular basis.
Atlanta United FC
Alexey Miranchuk — M. Miranchuk is directly involved in more goals than anyone else on Atlanta’s roster, contributing 5 goals and 4 assists in 17 matches this season. He’s the player New York’s backline will need to track closest given how much of the attack runs through him.
Miguel Almirón — F. Almirón has made his limited minutes count, scoring 3 goals in just 12 matches for Atlanta this season. That finishing ability gives the home side a scoring outlet even when the buildup play breaks down elsewhere on the field.
Elías Baez — D. Baez has added an attacking dimension from the back, picking up 3 assists across 16 appearances this season. His forward passing gives Atlanta another outlet going forward even with the team sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings.
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