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New York City FC 2025 Final Report Card
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2025 Final Grade: Keaton Parks
Big Bird made the fewest appearances and played the fewest minutes since he ascended to the First Team in 2019. We can only guess how many goals involvements – and wins – he would have contributed to this New York City FC squad in 2025.
New York City FC 2025 Final Report Card
Now that the 2025 season is in the rearview mirror, here are the final grades for New York City FC players and the front office.