Red Bulls goalkeeper Carlos Coronel blocked Torres’ shot with an impressive save that kept Orlando from taking the lead. New York scored its goal in the 47th minute off a set piece. John Tolkin took the free kick and curled it into the path of the on-rushing Andres Reyes, who headed it toward the post and into the back of the net.

Andres Reyes scored two minutes into the second half and Carlos Coronel made it stand up for first-year coach Sandro Schwarz as the New York Red Bulls beat Orlando City 1-0 in an Eastern Conference final at Inter&Co Stadium to advance to their second MLS Cup final.