Red Bull New York striker Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting's role in the team is changing due to Julian Hall's breakout performance. ChoupoMoting, who led the Red Bulls in scoring last year, has been brought off the bench late in matches, a change from his previous 31 regular-season starts. Red Bulls head coach Michael Bradley praised Choupou-Motes as an "incredible teammate" and an "top professional" who has adapted to his new role. Despite this, he cautioned that "nothing is set in stone" and that the club's youth movement is not permanent.