About

The New York Red Bulls, founded on 01 January 1995, are an American professional football club based in Harrison, United States, competing in Major League Soccer. At Walkouts we present a curated selection of signed football shirts spanning the MetroStars era to the modern Red Bulls identity, with provenance notes and collector detail for fans and researchers alike.

Home fixtures have been staged at the club’s purpose built venue, Sports Illustrated Stadium, since 2010, having previously occupied Giants Stadium for many seasons. The ground and its predecessor remain central references for provenance, framing and display decisions among collectors who prioritise match context and photographic evidence.

The Red Bulls have a documented domestic record that includes three Supporters' Shield titles, and two MLS Cup final appearances, with runners up finishes highlighting notable match-issued shirts from 2008 and 2024. The club also reached two U.S. Open Cup finals and appears in international listings, with an IFFHS ranking of 501 reflecting wider recognition of the club’s standing.

On the continental stage the side reached the CONCACAF Champions League semi final in 2018, a run that elevated the demand for shirts worn in high profile away ties and knockout fixtures. The Hudson River Derby, home ground debuts and cup semis are common provenance anchors noted in COAs and archive photography.

Collector interest covers anniversary and commemorative releases, notably the club’s 25 season commemorative item from 2020, early runs of home replicas issued under different suppliers, and fanshop exclusives with variant numbering. Fans explicitly collect certified retail shirts as well as match-worn and player-issue pieces; early fanshop runs and region specific releases often carry distinct tags or stitching that aid verification.

Season magnets for collectors include the 2018 Supporters' Shield season and the opening of the Red Bull Arena era in 2010, with the 2018 red away shirt singled out for decisive road wins and strong photographic provenance. Shirts from the 2008 MLS Cup run and the 2017 U.S. Open Cup final are also frequently cited when matching match-day images to numbered items.

For those seeking verified pieces, limited editions and signed retail shirts remain widely collected, with commemorative runs such as 2020 drawing attention for special detailing and anniversary branding, and many consignments supplied with a COA to streamline authentication. Walkouts lists match-worn, signed and fanshop pieces side by side, and the catalogue often references the 2010 opening season and the 2018 Shield campaign when describing provenance and display options.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 2018 White/red MLS Supporters’ Shield
  • 2010 White/red Red Bull Arena inaugural
  • 2000 Black/red MLS MetroStars peak

Iconic away kits

  • 2015 Navy MLS away set
  • 2018 Red MLS road wins
  • 2013 Black Supporters’ Shield era alternate

Anniversary shirts

  • 2020 25 seasons commemorative detail

Collector seasons

  • 2018 MLS Supporters’ Shield
  • 2010 MLS RBA opening season
  • 2008 MLS Cup finalists

Honours

New York Red Bulls have been consistent contenders in Major League Soccer, highlighted by three Supporters' Shield titles in 2013, 2015 and 2018. Those league-best regular seasons underline the club’s sustained performance levels across the 2010s. The team twice reached the MLS Cup final, first in 2008 and again in 2024, showcasing their ability to navigate deep post-season runs even if ultimate silverware proved elusive on those occasions. Knockout pedigree extends to domestic cup competition, with U.S. Open Cup final appearances in 2003 and 2017. Continental ambitions were also evident with a semi-final berth in the CONCACAF Champions League in 2018, where the side was edged out by Guadalajara over two legs. In comparative terms, the club appears on international ranking radars, being listed at IFFHS rank 501. Together these milestones chart a record of regular-season excellence, cup final experience, and credible progress on the regional stage.

Legends & Leadership

Thierry Henry is a recent key player of the early 2010s whose creativity and leadership helped set the tone for a high-standard era, adding global class to the New York metropolitan side’s attack.

Bradley Wright-Phillips is a recent key player of the mid-2010s remembered for relentless goalscoring contributions and big-match temperament that aligned with league-best regular seasons.

Juan Pablo Ángel is a recent key player of the late 2000s who provided finishing quality and experience, offering a focal point as the club sharpened its competitive edge.

Jesse Marsch is a legendary manager of the mid-2010s credited with instilling a clear, front-foot identity and overseeing regular-season success that resonated across the conference.

Red Bull GmbH is a transformative owner from the mid-2000s whose acquisition and rebrand integrated the club into a wider sporting network and reshaped its long-term direction.

Stadium

Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, has been the home of the New York Red Bulls since 2010, providing a modern base for the club’s MLS campaigns. Before moving to Harrison, the team hosted matches at the venerable Giants Stadium, anchoring the early MetroStars era in the region’s sporting landscape. As one of two MLS sides in the New York metropolitan area, the ground is a focal point for the Hudson River Derby against New York City FC, a fixture that reliably elevates atmosphere and intensity. The venue’s matchday experience reflects a proud local identity and a fanbase attuned to both long-running rivalries and Eastern Conference ambitions. Whether for regular-season pushes or cup nights, the stadium’s setting in Harrison underlines the club’s connection to New Jersey while serving the broader metropolitan audience.

Also known as
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Local derby
Hudson River Derby New York City FC local rivalry

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification MetroStars vs RBNY era tags
  • Suppliers Nike/Adidas eras; check codes
  • Provenance 2018 Shield shirts sought

FAQ

Q: Which league do the New York Red Bulls compete in?A: The club competes in Major League Soccer as a member of the Eastern Conference.

Q: Where are the New York Red Bulls based and where do they play?A: The team is based in the New York metropolitan area and plays home matches in Harrison, New Jersey, at Sports Illustrated Stadium, having previously used Giants Stadium.

Q: What are the club’s major honours?A: Headline achievements include three Supporters' Shield titles from 2013, 2015 and 2018. The Red Bulls reached the MLS Cup final in 2008 and 2024, were runners-up in the U.S. Open Cup in 2003 and 2017, and made the CONCACAF Champions League semi-finals in 2018.

Q: Who are the New York Red Bulls’ main rivals?A: The Hudson River Derby against New York City FC is the headline rivalry, with additional long-standing contests against D.C. United and the New England Revolution.

Q: How can I verify the authenticity of signed Red Bulls items?A: Look for recognised third-party verification such as a Certificate of Authenticity (COA), a Letter of Authenticity (LOA), witnessed signing evidence, exact photo proof, or digital/NFC verification where applicable.