New York City FC beat the odds once again to defeat Charlotte FC at Bank of America Stadium to advance in the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. But it came at a steep cost: NYCFC midfielder Andrés Perea suffered a horrific injury to his ankle that has yet to be assessed, but that looks serious.
Your player ratings from the 3-1 win are now up. You can find them here.
New York City vs Charlotte Player Ratings
Nico Ferández Mercau earns the highest rating for any NYCFC player this year with a playoff-best performance.
Oliver Strand
New York City 3-1 Charlotte: 5 Thoughts
Nico Ferández Mercau lives up his Designated Player status, Alonso Martínez comes through (again), and the defense smother Charlotte to win this best-of-three series. But a severe injury to Andrés Perea casts a pal on the win.
Matthew Mangam
New York City FC advances to Eastern Conference Semifinals vs Philadelphia Union
NYCFC will face Philadelphia for the fourth time ever in the MLS Cup Playoffs as Pascal Jansen’s team moves on after winning their best-of-three series with Charlotte FC.
Hudson River Blue Staff
