A look at Messi and Miami vs. Red Bulls New York with MLS analyst

With just three games left in the 2026 regular season, Red Bull New York sit in 9th place on 36 points. New York must get good results from their last three games to stay in the postseason; unfortunately, they finish the season against the top three teams in the Eastern Conference.  In a final stretch that includes Nashville SC, the New England Revolution and Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and company make their way to the Sports Illustrated Stadium first. For such an important game, amNY spoke with MLS analyst and former Portland Timbers fullback Keith Costigan to preview the match. Slowing Down Messi? The Inter Miami captain leads the MLS in both goals (25) and assists (15). In his long, successful career, no one has stopped him, but Red Bull will need to bother on Saturday.  “We've heard every coach talk about how do you stop Messi? I do think you have to make it uncomfortable for him. You have to get numbers around him and deny that space.” Costigan said.  “But I would start a litt