Elimination Day and its consequences for NYCFC
Dissecting what went so wrong to keep New York City FC out of the playoffs, and what potential changes to the roster might be coming for 2027.
A chaotic NYCFC draw leads into a must-win homestand
Jonny Shore's 99th-minute equalizer temporarily saved the season, but the bizarre Talles Magno penalty sequence raised tons of questions heading into two must-win Citi Field matches against the East's bottom teams.
NYCFC's one-point week, Etihad Park sneak peek
The New York City FC season is spiraling after another loss and a not-good-enough draw, though an update on the progress made toward Etihad Park's construction might ease some of the pain.
Etihad Park Progress Report: Touring the new stadium at a moment of NYCFC struggle
Etihad Park is starting to look like the home New York City FC has long waited for. The club, however, is facing challenges on multiple fronts as the stadium's opening nears.
NYCFC flops against the Fire, enters make-or-break week with Miami, LAFC next
After collapsing while playing with a lead and up a man in Chicago, it's time to wonder if NYCFC has hit rock bottom, what it all means for Pascal Jansen and the roster, and whether the upcoming Miami and LAFC matches will stop the slide.
USMNT youth breaks through, turbulent times for local USL sides, NYCFC back from break
Youth movement working for United States men's national team, plus a New York Cosmos leadership shakeup, Westchester SC shutdown rumors, and New York City FC's desperate need for a late-season spark.
The Blueprint: How Man City's 115 charges could impact NYCFC
The Premier League found Manchester City guilty of all 115 charges related to violations of the league's financial rules, creating lots of hard-to-answer questions about what the fallout looks like for other City Football Group clubs.
Another frustrating NYCFC finish, a new era for the USMNT
The all too familiar feeling of watching New York City FC drop more points in self-inflicted fashion, what it means for the playoff race, plus what the dawning of a new United States men's national team era might mean for Matt Freese's role.
Double the trouble as NYCFC drops the derby, drops below the playoff line
What went so wrong in the Hudson River Derby loss, and what to make of New York City FC's reported Matt Miazga signing, its four big international call-ups, and the trip to play Atlanta United to start a four-match road swing.
NYCFC ends the streak, Luighi looks legit, all eyes turn to the derby
The highs and lows of a win over RSL and a gut-wrenching loss to New England. Plus, Alonso Martínez returns, Luighi breaks out, NYCFC II pushes for playoffs and makes moves for its future, and a big preview the Red Bulls coming to Yankee Stadium.
The good and bad from another NYCFC draw heading into a crucial two-match week
Another game added to the winless streak, but a valuable point gained. Plus, transfer window wrap-ups, full MLS participation in US Open Cup returns, and key matches vs New England and Real Salt Lake come next.
The Blueprint: Is there an ideal MLS playoff format?
A walk through the history of the many different MLS Cup Playoff formats used over the years sheds a different light on the proposed new version the league is weighing introducing for the 2027/28 season.
The transfer window closes, NYCFC draws again before Nashville test
Analyzing the state of the New York City FC squad in the closing hours of the MLS transfer window, as the club remains stuck in a winless streak, banged up, and staring down a visit from Supporters' Shield leaders Nashville SC.
Nico transfer twists, a winless week for NYCFC, and a new MLS playoff plan
Thoughts on the $25M transfer saga involving Nico Fernández Mercau and Sporting Kansas City, NYCFC's two underwhelming road results, and the Aussie rules football-inspired playoff format MLS could adopt in 2027/28.
What the Nico Fernández Mercau transfer saga says about NYCFC's intentions
New York City FC is reportedly willing to let its star Designated Player leave midseason for the right transfer price, even if it's to join a fellow MLS team. What does that say about the club's ambition, and its relationship with Nico?
NYCFC stuck in a losing rut, NYCFC II's New Jersey future
Breaking down the second-half collapse against Philadelphia Union and another early Leagues Cup exit, plus Michael Battista joins to discuss NYCFC II's move to Middlesex County.