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.
Analysis + Opinion
10 Games Left: NYCFC's 2025 endgame begins now
A good July, a tough Eastern Conference, an improving squad, questions in defense, a new-look midfield: Here are 5 things to watch going into the final 10 games of the season.
Summer Blockbusters: A look at the 8 biggest MLS transfers this window
Son Heung-min to LAFC, Rodrigo De Paul to Inter Miami, Thomas Müller to Vancouver Whitecaps? The summer transfer window is shattering records: Here are the signings that could change the season.
Luis Muriel helps Orlando crush Inter Miami with brace, assist
A performance well worthy of MLS Player of the Matchday from the striker who led the way in Orlando's 4-1 intrastate derby win over Inter Miami.
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.
Vermont Green vs Ballard FC is the national championship American soccer deserves
When these two non-professional teams face off in the USL League Two title game on Saturday, it'll be more than a game — it's what grassroots soccer can be in this country when done right.
Episode 49: Trending up in time for Leagues Cup
New York City FC won in wild fashion down in Texas and a promising debut from new Designated Player Nico Fernández got us more excited than ever to bring on the unique quirks of another Leagues Cup.
Hat trick heroics earn Alonso Martínez MLS Player of the Matchday
Alonso Martínez becomes the first NYCFC player to win MLS Player of the Matchday since the last time he won it back in September 2024. Plus: Maxi Moralez earns a spot in Team of the Matchday.
Lionel Messi runs rampant against Red Bulls in latest Player of the Matchday performance
Lionel Messi wins MLS Player of the Matchday for a fifth time this season for his huge performance at Sports Illustrated Stadium in a 5-1 away blowout.
Who is Nico Fernández?
A deep dive into the 25-year-old Designated Player who joined the team this month — and who we could see play this week.
Albert Rusnák bangers not enough for either Player of the Matchday, a Seattle win
The Seattle Sounders playmaker scored twice and assisted once in a 3-3 draw, earning our vote for PotM. Plus: Matt Freese of NYCFC starts in the MLS Team of the Matchday.
Three Gotham players advance in Euros
Here's a close look at the 5 Gotham players who left their mark at the 2025 UEFA European Women's Championship in the group stages, and the 3 who are heading to the quarterfinals.
All Lionel Messi does is score braces and win Player of the Matchday
Lionel Messi made the most of a two-match week by posting his fourth and fifth consecutive two-goal games in MLS play, earning yet another Player of the Matchday honor.
Will NYCFC survive July?
Where does New York City FC's upcoming four-game roadtrip rank among the 6 in club history? Introducing the Roadtrip Misery Index, which is totally scientific.
Late road magic from Ezequiel Ponce helps Houston snap San Diego winning streak
Why this MLS Player of the Matchday vote went to Houston Dynamo FC's Argentine No 10, not Lionel Messi, who won the actual award. Plus: Two NYCFC players earn starting spots in Team of the Matchday.
Fooled Around and Fell in Love: Why we're so into the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
With the final three games of the 2025 Club World Cup taking place at MetLife Stadium, we take stock of a tournament that has won us over.