New York City FC 2025 Final Report Card
With the 2025 season is in the rearview mirror, here are the final grades for New York City FC players and the front office.
Abe Shire
Abe Shire is from New York City and attends Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania. A lifelong New York sports fan, he bleeds Yankees and NYCFC blue, so his home away from home is Yankee Stadium.
2025 Final Grade: Julián Fernández
The 21-year-old winger had the best season of his career. So why does it feel like he didn't meet expectations?
2025 Final Grade: Maxi Moralez
The ageless 38-year-old made 34 starts – and the third-most minutes for New York City FC in league games – showing again why he's so important to this squad.
HRB Roundtable: A look back at the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs
The HRB crew discusses New York City FC's six-game postseason run — they go over what went right, what didn't, and what the future holds for this young team.
What to know about Raul Gustavo, new New York City FC defender
He brings experience, leadership, and physicality to this NYCFC squad, and here's how coach Pascal Jansen might use him.
HRB Roundtable: What we thought of Leagues Cup Phase One
Leagues Cup Phase One is in the books: New York City FC is out, Deportivo Toluca is top of the Liga MX table, and we have some opinions to share about what went down these past 10 days.
Toluca eliminates NYCFC from Leagues Cup
Three goals, six yellow cards, and one questionable VAR decision: New York City FC exits 2025 Leagues Cup after losing to Deportivo Toluca at Yankee Stadium in The Bronx.
Offense shines, defense struggles in NYCFC win over Dallas
In their 4-3 win over FC Dallas, New York City FC showed they can win on the road without key players thanks to the kind of grit and resilience they've lacked at times this season.
NYCFC silenced by Charlotte in storm-delayed 2–0 loss
New York City FC remains winless at Bank of America Stadium as the team was held scoreless for the 8th time this season.
FIFA Club World Cup R16 Preview: Real Madrid vs Juventus
Real Madrid are a tournament favorite, but fan undisciplined defense could let Juventus into the game.
FIFA Club World Cup R16 Preview: Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey
Is it time for a Mexican team to upset a European heavyweight? CF Monterrey just might have what it takes to knock off Borussia Dortmund tonight in Atlanta.
NYCFC's attack bursts to life in 4-0 win over Atlanta
A blend of tactical adaptability, defensive composure, and attacking flair delivered a comprehensive New York City FC win against a talented Atlanta United side.
2025 Midterm Report Card: Keaton Parks
Despite suffering from a nagging foot injury, the 27-year-old midfielder is instrumental to NYCFC's success.
2025 Midterm Report Card: Strahinja Tanasijević
The Serbian center-back brings a toughness to NYCFC's defense. But his lack of discipline – and knack for earning cards – remains a liability.
Hannes Wolf brace gives New York City hard-earned 2-2 draw in Nashville
Keaton Parks ran the midfield after coming on in the second half, notching two assists to help NYCFC earn a point. New York City are now undefeated against Top 5 teams in the east.
New York City vs Chicago player ratings
Seven players get season-high ratings after New York City FC's 3-1 win over Chicago Fire. Hannes Wolf is your Player of the Match.