New York Red Bulls have experienced a rollercoaster start to the 2026 MLS season, with a record of 5W-3D-5L. The club's young roster, averaging 23.6 years old, has shown promise with players like Julian Hall and Adri Mehmeti, but consistency has been an issue. Captain Emil Forsberg told The Post that patience is key with a young team, saying 'it's normal when you're a young guy and it's your first time in the league, first time playing professional soccer, that it's gonna be a little bit different.' The Red Bulls have gone through ups and downs, with back-to-back wins followed by a winless streak, and then consecutive wins against Chicago and Columbus. Michael Bradley, the first-year head coach, has implemented a new tactical system and given consistent minutes to teens like Hall, Mehmeti, and Matthew Dos Santos. The club is sitting in a playoff position, but fans are restless after missing out on the postseason last year. Forsberg emphasized the importance of making the playoffs, saying 'we don't play for anything else. I definitely want to go to the playoffs.' The Red Bulls will look to continue their push for the playoffs with their upcoming game against NYCFC. The team's new training facility, opened in April, has been a positive addition, with Jürgen Klopp saying 'you can see that this is a very young team we have now.' The Red Bulls have added new players like Cade Cowell, Jorge Ruvalcaba, and Justin Che, and are looking to build a strong team. With the World Cup break approaching, the Red Bulls will look to finish the first third of the season strong. The club's young players have shown talent, but it's clear that patience is needed. As Bradley said, 'we understand that building something real, building a team that can hold up in the toughest times…that takes time.' The Red Bulls will continue to work towards their goal of making the playoffs, with Forsberg leading the charge.