Philly's US Open Cup victory over Red Bulls may have left Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting with a suspected knee injury, according to a source.
New York Red Bulls Face Doubts Over Choupo-Moting and Marcucci's Fitness
Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, the prolific striker for New York Red Bulls, sustained a possible knee injury during the US Open Cup quarterfinal match against Philadelphia Union on August 14, 2025. Initially, the injury was not thought to be serious, but Choupo-Moting was seen limping after the game, causing concern[1].
Despite the initial worries, Choupo-Moting managed to recover quickly and started the following MLS league match against Philadelphia Union on August 16, demonstrating a swift comeback from a minor injury[2][5]. However, the full extent of the injury remains uncertain, with more information expected to be available when head coach Sandro Schwarz speaks again on Friday[3].
The backup goalkeeper for New York Red Bulls, AJ Marcucci, also appeared to have suffered an injury during the same match, specifically during a free kick that led to Philadelphia's game-winning goal[4]. The nature of Marcucci's injury is yet to be disclosed, but Schwarz has expressed concern about both players' conditions[3].
The potential loss of Choupo-Moting could be a significant blow for New York Red Bulls, who are currently struggling in the league and are outside of the Eastern Conference playoff picture, in 10th place. The team has already been without Lewis Morgan, their star forward, for most of the season due to injuries[6].
Choupo-Moting, who played for German giants Bayern Munich for four seasons, has been instrumental in New York Red Bulls' offensive efforts this season. He currently ranks third in the league with 15 goals scored[7]. Notably, he scored a goal in the 71st minute during Wednesday's match against Philadelphia Union[5].
The next match for New York Red Bulls is a MLS rematch against Philadelphia Union on Saturday. With Lewis Morgan expected to return in early September after recovering from knee and quad injuries[8], the team will be keen to bounce back from their recent setbacks.
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The New York Red Bulls could be in trouble if their prolific striker, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who recently scored a goal against Philadelphia Union, faces an extended absence due to his knee injury. Additionally, there are concerns about backup goalkeeper AJ Marcucci's fitness after he was injured during the same game.
