Ghanaian forward Mohammed Sofo has expressed his excitement after New York Red Bulls finally defeated defending champions Inter Miami in the MLS.Sofo, who was deployed deep in midfield by manager Michael Bradley, excelled as Red Bulls handed their playoffs chances a huge boost with a 2-0 victory at the Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey.The 21-year-old started the attack to the build-up for the opening goal, which was inadvertently converted by Inter Miami star Casemiro into his own net.”These are the type of games we all love to play. You see the atmosphere, it speaks for itself and to get the three points in front of these fans is amazing,” he said after the match. “Especially at this point in our season, we know how important it is. So it is a very big win for us,” he added.”We know how important it is to win games and tonight is a proof of that. As you can see the performance was at the highest level and we hope to continue like this.”Although these days he plays more of a midfield role, Sofo revealed he is very aware of his responsibilities on the pitch and will always give his best for the club to achieve its target.”This is my game, to create chances and to try to make something happen. This is what I try to do, put myself in a position where I can participate in the final third and also to help the them defensively,” said the attacking midfielder.Sofo has played 24 games this season for Red Bulls in the MLS, scoring a goal and contributing one assist.By Lukman Abdul Mumin
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