New York City FC need a win. Badly. Red Bull New York aren’t too far behind their Hudson River rivals in that category after both MLS clubs started their regular seasons strongly, only to see that success disappear over the past two months. It’s set the stage for a Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup showdown at Sports Illustrated Stadium between the sides Wednesday with potentially more on the line than just the chance to advance in the tournament. NYCFC head coach Pascal Jansen yells out instructions during his team’s 2-0 loss to Vancouver on April 11, 2026. Simon Fearn-Imagn Images “We are aware of the fact that we are in a stretch where the performances have been, apart from a few matches, have been pretty decent. But the score didn’t go our way and that’s completely on ourselves,” NYCFC head coach Pascal Jansen said. “It’s extra helpful when you know you play a rival.…