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Tim Cahill scored the game winner in second half stoppage time. New York has now won 5 of their last 6 games.

The Red Bulls came out strong Sunday night against the Timbers to open their season, but let a two goal lead slip in the second half and earned a 3-3 draw.

Coach Mike Petke: "Passion is something that I'm convinced you can't teach - you either have it or not. And I feel that every single person on this team has it."

In his 13 year career as an MLS defender, Mike Petke never became a household name, but he became a legend to NY area fans for his grit, determination, and passion.

So ends another chapter in the history of what may be New York's most cursed sports franchise.

If there's one thing Red Bulls and DC United fans might agree on—emphasis on might—it's that the league has screwed them both.

In what is already the most storied and heated rivalry in the league, Wednesday night's chance to reverse NY's fortunes may go down as the most important chapter yet.

"'Compassion' for NYRB is a red herring to keep games on TV at pre-set times and help (again) the big-market team. Could have delayed. #DCU"

The Red Bulls handed Philly a 3-0 thrashing to close the season at PPL Park, setting up a playoff series with a truly hated rival: DC United.

For the third year in a row, the New York Red Bulls are headed to the post-season.