Julian Hall Sets MLS Hat-Trick Record in Red Bulls’ 3-2 Win

On May 13, 2026, at Sports Illustrated Stadium, New York Red Bulls beat Columbus Crew 3-2. Hall scored in the 7th minute, added a second from a Cade Cowell cross in the 40th, and completed his hat-trick in the 78th after clearing a loose ball. The win moved the Red Bulls to sixth in the Eastern Conference with 18 points in 13 games.

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Hall debuted in MLS at 15 in 2023 and has played for U.S. under-15 and under-17 teams. He signed a homegrown contract worth $257,241 a year. Before the hat-trick, he had nine league goals and two assists in 13 matches, bringing his season total to 12 goals and three assists in all competitions.

Julian Hall becomes youngest player to score MLS hat-trick

Hall’s teammates included Cade Cowell (two assists) and goalkeeper Patrick Schulte (Crew). Coach Michael Bradley praised Hall’s work ethic. Hall’s dual U.S.–Poland eligibility has attracted interest from U.S. MNT coach Mauricio Pochettino and Polish FA president Cezary Kulesza, who met Hall’s mother in April.

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At 18 years 50 days, Hall broke Ricardo Pepi’s 2021 record of 18 years 196 days. His nine league goals tie him for fourth in the Audi Golden Boot race and for the league lead with three game-winning goals. The Red Bulls moved to a 5-5-3 record, ending a five-game winless streak and earning back-to-back wins for the first time since the season opened.

Red Bulls' Julian Hall Becomes Youngest Player In MLS History To Score Hat Trick

The win bolstered the Red Bulls’ momentum and put Hall in contention for the 2026 MLS All-Star Game. His record-breaking performance raises his Golden Boot profile and fuels debate over his future with the U.S. MNT and Poland as selections approach the 2026 World Cup.

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Hall called the feat “emotional” and thanked teammates for the chances. Bradley praised Hall’s daily work ethic and personality, while also joking about voting for him in the Player-of-the-Matchday award.

Red Bull New York's Julian Hall makes hat-trick history

• “It just makes me think about all the times I was working so hard to make memories like this. I'm just really grateful and thankful for the guys that set me up and put me in a great position.” — Julian Hall, Red Bulls forward

Red Bull New York's Julian Hall makes hat-trick history

• “I heard it earlier after the game, and I'm not going to lie – I got kind of emotional,” — Julian Hall

Red Bull New York's Julian Hall makes hat-trick history

• “He comes in every day ready to work, ready to train, ready to listen. He has great personality. He has really good starting points as a player. And I've enjoyed every second of working with him.” — Michael Bradley, Red Bulls head coach

Red Bull New York's Julian Hall makes hat-trick history

• “If I were a coach on another team, I'd vote for Jules.” — Michael Bradley (post-match)

Red Bull New York's Julian Hall makes hat-trick history

The Red Bulls next face New York City FC in the Hudson River Derby on Saturday. Hall remains under observation by both the U.S. MNT and Poland ahead of upcoming roster decisions for the 2026 World Cup.

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