New York City FC beat odds, advance to Eastern Conference Semifinal
NYCFC did just enough to hold Cincinnati scoreless at TQL Stadium, then prevailed in a nutty 18-attempt penalty shootout to win the best-of-three playoff series.
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Episode 12: Bring on the biggest-ever Hudson River Derby
A special episode recorded immediately following New York City FC's penalty shootout triumph over FC Cincinnati. Relive the drama of the messy draw-turned-win in Ohio and begin to get ready for the highest-stakes match against the Red Bulls in NYCFC's history.
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.
FC Cincinnati 0 (5) - 0 (6) New York City FC: Rate the players
NYCFC bested Cincinnati in an 18-kick penalty shootout to win the Round One best-of-three series and earn a spot in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, where they'll host the New York Red Bulls.
Round One Game Day Hub: NYCFC vs Cincinnati in Ohio
It's a do-or-die matchup as New York City FC and FC Cincinnati face off in Game 3 at TQL Stadium.
Maxime Chanot is feuding with Luxembourg's coach
The longtime New York City FC defender publicly clashed with Luc Holtz, head coach of the Luxembourg national team, and appears to be done receiving international call-ups.
Nick Cushing: "I will be here next year"
The New York City FC head coach denied rumors linking him to Arsenal Women FC.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about FC Cincinnati
Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press tells us about FC Cincinnati's defensive struggles against NYCFC, why Luciano Acosta is the sparkplug, and how the composure of each side will affect the game.
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Episode 11: Win in Ohio or go home for the winter
We revisit what went right in New York City FC's big playoff win over FC Cincinnati, what it will take to replicate that result on the road in win-or-go-home Game 3, and consider just how hyped it would be to see a first-ever postseason Hudson River Derby in the next round.
NYCFC need Maxi Moralez to be playoff difference-maker
New York City FC needs the 37-year-old playmaker to step up once again if they want to win Game 3 against FC Cincinnati and continue their run in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Stop this man
The single most important thing New York City FC can do to beat FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium for the first time since 2021? Contain Luciano Acosta.
Luana Grabias goal gives Brooklyn FC third consecutive win
Brooklyn FC's 1-0 win over Spokane Zephyr FC brings them to Second Place in the USL Super League, with 20 points after 11 games.
New York City vs Cincinnati player ratings
Playoff wins make for positive player ratings, as four NYCFC players were rated above 8.0 and head coach Nick Cushing got one of his best grades this season.
New York City FC win in Queens, force Game 3 vs FC Cincinnati
NYCFC will now play the decisive Round One matchup after limiting FC Cincinnati's Luciano Acosta to one of his most "meh" performances of the year.
NYCFC rise to the occasion to stave off elimination
A huge improvement was needed for New York City FC to keep the season alive and they got it in their Game 2 win. Now they’ll try to make history by becoming the first road team to win a Game 3 in MLS's best-of-three playoff round.