USL New York Red Bulls II

Inside the 18: Derrek Chan to Make First Professional Start

Published on May 22, 2022 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
New York Red Bulls II News Release


New York Red Bulls II travels to face Indy Eleven on Saturday, May 21, at Michael A. Carroll Stadium.

Goalkeeper Derrek Chan will make his first career start for Red Bulls II in his second professional appearance. He tallied seven saves in 85 minutes against FC Tulsa on April 2.

Juan Castillo will serve as the captain for the third-straight match. Daniel De Leon and Lamine Conte will join him in the backline.

Curtis Ofori and O'Vonte Mullings will likely serve as wingbacks.

Sam Williams will make his seventh start of the season, which surpasses his total from the 2021 season. Steven Sserwadda will play alongside him in the defensive midfield.

New York's attacking options for the third-straight match will be Jeremy Rafanello, Jonathan Filipe, and Jordan Adebayo-Smith.

The bench for Gary Lewis will have Michael Knapp, Jack Casey, John Murphy, Illia Tyrkus, and the newly signed Adam Najem.

Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. ET, with coverage on ESPN+.

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