NYCFC and the Union clash for the 29th time in what's been a very even rivalry over the years, with both teams entering their Sunday night meeting in the Bronx unbeaten in three post-World Cup MLS matches played.
Jonathan Tannenwald of The Philadelphia Inquirer on what interim coach Ryan Richter has done to improve the Union, Cavan Sullivan's arrival, and more of what to expect from Philadelphia at Yankee Stadium.
As Don Garber's 27-year run as MLS commissioner comes to a close, John Baney and Trey Fillmore examine what he leaves behind and what incoming commissioner Larry Berg's focus on roster rules and spending could mean for the league's future.
They were long shots to advance going in, but New York City FC did get a first-half lead over their Liga MX rivals, but couldn't build on it and instead surrendered two second-half goals to close Leagues Cup with a 2-1 loss at Sports Illustrated Stadium.
NYCFC plays a third Leagues Cup match in seven days in Harrison, New Jersey, still alive in the chase for a spot in the quarterfinals, but needing a big win over Necaxa and lots of help elsewhere in the competition.
Oisín Coyne swapped Irish football for New York's soccer scene, and he hasn't looked back. Why the native of Kildare, Ireland, left his homeland to pursue his commentary dream in the United States.
Veteran defensive midfielder Shamit Shome signed with the Cosmos after most recently playing with Canadian Premier League side Calvary FC.
An already-eliminated Necaxa side brings a few familiar ex-MLS faces to Sports Illustrated Stadium, and they'll be hoping to find some goals after scoring only one in two losses to open Leagues Cup.
The first two Leagues Cup matchdays set up plenty of meaningless third games for eliminated teams, gave 22 MLS teenagers real playing time, and showed that home-field advantage is still very real, even with a handful of games now played in Mexico.
Unpacking some of the highs and lows of Leagues Cup, Gotham FC's unbeaten run to the top of the NWSL, plus a preview of the rivalry clash between NYCFC and Philadelphia.
New York City FC fell behind, pulled back level with the Liga MX champions shortly before halftime, but suffered their first loss post-World Cup when José Paradela scored a late, deflected winner for Cruz Azul.
New York City needs a win if it hopes to keep pace with four other MLS teams to earn back-to-back victories to start Leagues Cup, but reigning Campeón de Campeones and Liga MX Clausura winners Cruz Azul won't be easy to beat.
Jaedyn Shaw's first-half goal from a Jordynn Dudley assist was enough for Gotham to beat San Diego Wave 1-0, Gotham's third straight 1-0 victory and their 12th clean sheet of the season.
Cruz Azul just opened Leagues Cup with a win in Philadelphia, and the recent winners of the Campeón de Campeones also feature numerous dangerous attacking options and a midfield anchored by a starter for Mexico during the 2026 World Cup.
A much-changed New York City lineup got past Santos Laguna at Sports Illustrated Stadium thanks to second-half goals from Tayvon Gray and Nico Cavallo, plus a six-save shutout from Matt Freese.
The Hicksville-based amateur side travels to Los Angeles hoping to clinch a third straight US Open Cup appearance and to become just the second team in UPSL history to win back-to-back national titles.
