New York City FC supporters have developed their own take on the O.T. Genasis song "I'm in Love with the Coco," appropriately named "I'm in Love with the Poku."
Kwadwo Poku is a fan favorite and his actions on the field certainly justify the personal support.
The 23-year-old midfielder has one goal and a Club-leading six assists in 15 matches (three starts) in his rookie season in Major League Soccer. Poku had three assists in New York City FC's 5-3 victory over fellow expansion side Orlando City SC on July 26 at Yankee Stadium.
New York City FC is 3-0-0 in matches Poku starts, averaging three goals per match -- 2-1 win at Philadelphia on June 6, 2-1 win at Montreal on July 4 and 5-3 win vs. Orlando City SC on July 26.
While three out of 22 matches is a small sample size, Poku continues to make the most of his opportunities with his new club.
Poku's Impact |
Statistic |
|---|---|
5 |
Wins |
1.7 |
Average Goals For |
33.3% |
Win Percentage |
1.2 |
Points Per Match |
9.8 |
Shots Per Match |
54.9% |
Possession |
64.4% |
Passing Accuracy in Final Third |
69.9% |
Passing Accuracy Opponent Half |
Dax Effect
The Red Bulls have enjoyed a lot of success at home under the guidance of captain Dax McCarty.
The midfielder, who is one of two players in MLS to complete more than 1,100 passes this season, has 50 regular-season starts at Red Bull Arena under his belt. The club is 30-9-11 in those matches.
McCarty Starts |
At Red Bull Arena |
|---|---|
50 |
Games |
30 |
Wins |
11 |
Draws |
9 |
Losses |
60% |
Winning Percentage |
2 |
Points Per Match |
Key Numbers
- Since June 1, David Villa is first in MLS with 10 goals.
- Bradley Wright-Phillips has scored a league-leading 36 goals since the start of the 2014 season.
- New York City FC is 0-2-0 in two prior meetings with the Red Bulls -- losing 2-1 on May 10 at Red Bull Arena and 3-1 on June 28 at Yankee Stadium.
- Tonight will be the 100th match at Red Bull Arena (playoffs included) since its opening in 2010.
- Dax McCarty is one of two players in MLS to complete more than 1,100 passes this season. His 1,127 is second behind Los Angeles' Juninho (1,160).
- The Red Bulls are 5-2-2 at home, while New York City FC is 3-5-2 on the road this season.
