"You understand what Red Bull has been in the world and sports, especially, and just knowing what Red Bull always strives to be, to be No. 1, to be the best in everything they do, Ruvalcaba told amNewYork in an exclusive first interview after signing his deal. This is a project that everyone wants to be a part of This is a team where I could come and fight for important things, which I think is very important for any player."
"I've experienced coaches or just different teams, different locker rooms where they test you when it comes to playing the sport with that same joy as you did as a kid. It's probably the most important thing when it comes to playing: never losing that joy, you know, just being yourself, feeling like yourself, and enjoying what we do. If you don't enjoy what you do, it's very hard"
Jorge Ruvalcaba signed a four-and-a-half-year MLS contract with Red Bull New York through the 2029-30 season, with an option for 2030-31. The 24-year-old winger joins from Liga MX side UNAM Pumas and will occupy the club's third designated player roster spot in 2026 while remaining TAM-eligible in future seasons. Ruvalcaba is a dynamic, pacey wide attacker known for expressive, joyful play. He joined Pumas in 2022, making 100 appearances with 16 goals and nine assists. Born in California with Mexican heritage, he prioritizes maintaining the joy of playing as central to peak performance.
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