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New York City FC break ground on Willets Point stadium
A few thoughts after spending a chilly afternoon with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, MLS Commissioner Don Garber, club executives, and city officials at the site of the future Etihad Park.
Episode 15: Reacting to Nick Cushing's firing
An episode all about the two biggest recent developments to rock New York City FC: The season-ending MLS Cup Playoffs loss to the Red Bulls and the subsequent decision to fire head coach Nick Cushing.
New York City vs Red Bulls player ratings
The numbers are poor in your final player ratings of the season — what did you expect? At least Justin Haak ends 2024 on a high note after getting your vote for Player of the Match.
NYCFC lose to New York Red Bulls in MLS Playoffs to end 2024 season
NYCFC end their 2024 season with a 0-2 home defeat to the New York Red Bulls in the Conference Semifinals of the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Instant Reaction: New York City FC ran out of gas
An Eastern Conference Semifinal appearance less than two seasons into a roster rebuild represents growth, but it hurts to get eliminated by a most hated rival.
Episode 15: Reacting to Nick Cushing's firing
An episode all about the two biggest recent developments to rock New York City FC: The season-ending MLS Cup Playoffs loss to the Red Bulls and the subsequent decision to fire head coach Nick Cushing.
New York City vs Red Bulls player ratings
The numbers are poor in your final player ratings of the season — what did you expect? At least Justin Haak ends 2024 on a high note after getting your vote for Player of the Match.
NYCFC lose to New York Red Bulls in MLS Playoffs to end 2024 season
NYCFC end their 2024 season with a 0-2 home defeat to the New York Red Bulls in the Conference Semifinals of the MLS Cup Playoffs.
New York City FC fall to Red Bulls, crash out of MLS Cup Playoffs
NYCFC's playoff run came grinding to a halt in Queens as the visiting Red Bulls won the first-ever Hudson River Derby in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Episode 16: "It will take part of my soul away if they hoist the Cup"
Previewing this year's MLS Cup means contemplating the possibility of the Red Bulls winning it all, though no one is counting LA Galaxy out even without Riqui Puig.
Episode 15: Reacting to Nick Cushing's firing
An episode all about the two biggest recent developments to rock New York City FC: The season-ending MLS Cup Playoffs loss to the Red Bulls and the subsequent decision to fire head coach Nick Cushing.
Episode 14: Gio Savarese previews the playoff derby
The New York soccer icon and current studio analyst for MLS on Apple helps us set the stage for the first postseason meeting between New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls.
Episode 13: An airing of Citi Field grievances
Hosts John Baney and Mark Radigan react (strongly) to the news that capacity will be limited at Citi Field for the first-ever playoff Hudson River Derby.
Episode 16: "It will take part of my soul away if they hoist the Cup"
Previewing this year's MLS Cup means contemplating the possibility of the Red Bulls winning it all, though no one is counting LA Galaxy out even without Riqui Puig.
New York City FC break ground on Willets Point stadium
A few thoughts after spending a chilly afternoon with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, MLS Commissioner Don Garber, club executives, and city officials at the site of the future Etihad Park.
Let's try to guess the next NYCFC head coach
Who will fill that New York City FC coaching vacancy? We made five totally plausible, semi-educated guesses.
Revolving Doors: Which MLS clubs churn through head coaches?
Next year, 12 of the league's 30 teams will have new head coaches in place — the average tenure in MLS will be just 1.8 years. We look at which clubs burn through managers, and which play for keepsies.
The Defender is the Designer: The story of Diaza sportswear
Open Cup Digest #9: Diego Hurtado's sports apparel company Diaza supplies kits to more than 80 clubs — the 31-year-old founder will take the field for Zum Schneider this Sunday as they try to qualify for the 2025 US Open Cup.
Here's your first chance to wear that new NYCFC badge
A capsule collection from LiveBreatheFutbol featuring a hat, hoodie, and T-shirt brings New York City FC's updated club crest to life.
The first-ever Brooklyn FC kits are here
The team's first USL Super League kits feature the popular canned water brand Liquid Death as sponsor and are made by Diaza. (Sorry, Kappa.)
Here's the stylish new NYCFC jacket from LiveBreatheFutbol
A colorful, lightweight New York City FC jacket that could be your go-to outer layer on match days arrives via a new collaboration between MLS and soccer apparel brand LiveBreatheFutbol.
Brad Sims: New stadium will be "ridiculously great"
New York City FC President and CEO Brad Sims talks about the new stadium, why the badge update was announced earlier this month, and how the league will evolve between now and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sam Rosette: Brooklyn FC is "game-changing" for New York City girls
The Bronx native and first-ever Brooklyn FC captain on the significance of launching a new women's team in the city and what to expect as Brooklyn makes its USL Super League debut.
Brad Sims: Playing the long game
In Part 2 of this roundtable conversation with New York City FC President and CEO Brad Sims, the executive talks about why big signings are a mistake, Messi isn't, where MLS could expand next, and if the league should stagger game times.
Brad Sims: 6 Million fans can't be wrong
In Part 1 of this roundtable conversation with New York City FC President and CEO Brad Sims, he talks about his role at the club, the rebrand, new media, and how to pay for a $780 million stadium.
Baby Blues crash out of playoffs
New York City FC held scoreless by Philadelphia Union II, fail to advance in their first appearance in the MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs.
NYCFC II will face Philadelphia in 2024 MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs
The Baby Blues will travel to Subaru Park to face Philadelphia Union II in the Conference Quarterfinals, with the win-or-go-home game scheduled for October 20.
NYCFC II clinch first-ever playoff spot
New York City FC II lost on MLS NEXT Pro's Decision Day, but the Baby Blues still punched their ticket to the postseason for the first time in club history.
How Randall's Island fits into the NYCFC puzzle
Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island is back to hosting professional soccer: Here's how New York City FC, NYCFC II, and visiting international teams could make use of the upgraded facility.
New York City FC break ground on Willets Point stadium
A few thoughts after spending a chilly afternoon with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, MLS Commissioner Don Garber, club executives, and city officials at the site of the future Etihad Park.
NYCFC stadium in Queens will be called Etihad Park
The first soccer-specific stadium in New York City has gotten its official name, with this new naming rights deal extending the club's deep ties to Etihad Airways.
Brad Sims: New stadium will be "ridiculously great"
New York City FC President and CEO Brad Sims talks about the new stadium, why the badge update was announced earlier this month, and how the league will evolve between now and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How Randall's Island fits into the NYCFC puzzle
Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island is back to hosting professional soccer: Here's how New York City FC, NYCFC II, and visiting international teams could make use of the upgraded facility.
Instant Reaction: New York City FC ran out of gas
An Eastern Conference Semifinal appearance less than two seasons into a roster rebuild represents growth, but it hurts to get eliminated by a most hated rival.
Instant Reaction: Set-pieces are the Achilles Heel for Gotham
Gotham FC crash out of NWSL Championship after conceding to a Spirit set-piece in stoppage time, then failing to convert in penalty shootout.
Instant Reaction: Gotham's Galacticas deliver
Gotham FC advance in the NWSL Championship thanks to big-name signings who helped transform last year's overachieving club into a polished team that play the technical, progressive soccer we all love to watch.
Instant Reaction: Unlikely defenders help NYCFC vanquish Cincinnati
New York City FC got two straight huge performances from two somewhat unlikely defensive contributors, Mitja Ilenič and Justin Haak, to help pull off a playoff upset in Round One.
Untold: Hope Solo vs US Soccer
Hope Solo was the greatest goalkeeper of her generation — and one of the most problematic players ever to suit up for the USWNT.
The 5 best soccer docs streaming right now
Is the international break leaving you with a soccer-sized hole in your viewing habits? Here are five documentary series and movies that will tide you over until league play resumes next week.
The Final: Attack on Wembley
The riveting Netflix doc looks at how a mob of drunk and coked-up England fans broke into Wembley in 2021 during the Euros final — and how it could have been much worse.
Now Streaming: Together – Treble Winners
Big-game triumphs, exciting gameday footage, the Wreck-It Ralph known as Erling Haaland: It's a winning formula, especially if you like to watch winners win.
Editors' Picks
The Nick Cushing era at New York City FC comes to a close
A look at Nick Cushing's 107 games in charge of New York City FC: The good, the bad, and the ugly.
2024 MLS Cup Playoffs primer
Everything you need to know about the tournament format and dates — and why home-field advantage is so important.
New York City FC attendance returns to pre-pandemic levels
The season average of 21,764 per game is up 9.7% over last year — and the highest since 2018.
New York City FC valued at $1.5 billion?
We take a look at Sportico's most recent assessment of the organization.
Brad Sims: New stadium will be "ridiculously great"
New York City FC President and CEO Brad Sims talks about the new stadium, why the badge update was announced earlier this month, and how the league will evolve between now and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Red Bull Arena Hacks: 5 Things you should know
Your guide to all things Harrison: How to get there, where to park, where to drink, what to eat, and why the Red Bulls App will save you.
David Lee: We built a roster with depth and competition
New York City FC's sporting director sat down with the media to explain the current state of the roster, what the future might hold for Talles Magno, and how the team will approach this summer transfer window.
Nick Cushing: We want to score goals in less than 3 passes
In this exclusive interview with the New York City FC head coach we talk expectations, possession vs pressing, and why his mom told him to dress better on gamedays.
2024 MLS player salaries revealed: 7 takeaways
Lionel Messi is the league's highest-paid player (surprise!), Sergio Busquets got a 394% raise, and New York City FC's total payroll climbed to $16 million.