Denis Bouanga hat trick bests Lionel Messi brace in MLS Player of the Matchday race
Plus: NYCFC's Pascal Jansen gets named Coach of the Matchday, while Alonso Martínez and Matt Freese earn spots in Team of the Matchday.
Analysis + Opinion
New York City FC 2025 Roster Profile Update: 5 Takeaways
The NYCFC roster has filled out since it was first disclosed back in February, but the club still have a good amount of flexibility as the season comes to a close.
The Best Defender in the Attack: Why Hannes Wolf is so important to NYCFC
Hannes Wolf's 11 goals and 5 assists account for 36.4% of the goals New York FC scored this season — but it's his defensive contributions that set him apart from other wingers in MLS.
Thomas Müller announces MLS arrival with hat trick, assist in 7-0 win
The German star became the first player in MLS history to net a hat trick on his birthday, with Müller's contributions helping Vancouver dismantle the Philadelphia Union.
Is this Hannes Wolf's best season ever?
The 26-year-old is one goal away from becoming the 10th player in NYCFC history to score 10 goals or more for the club in league play — and could set new career highs in most key stats.
Episode 55: Jump into the Fire
A preview of New York City FC's most important match of 2025 to date at playoff rivals Chicago Fire FC, and a discussion of where things stand for Matt Freese and the USMNT after the September camp and friendlies.
USMNT get much-needed win over Japan in Columbus
Matt Freese stood tall in goal while formation and personnel changes from Mauricio Pochettino unlocked the American attack, adding up to a 2-0 win over a rotated Japan squad at Lower.com Field.
Record-setting Eastern Conference toughest since 2012
The East is on track to set a new MLS record for the most points taken by a 9th-place team, while the West could see the second-fewest points required for the playoffs since the league moved to a 34-game season.
USMNT return to Tri-State Area, lose convincingly to South Korea
The first United States men's national team match in Harrison, NJ, since 2017 was an uncompetitive 2-0 loss to Son Heung-min and South Korea in front of a decidedly pro-Korea crowd.
Anders Dreyer strengthens MVP case with latest match-winning performance
The San Diego FC star strengthened the expansion side's place at the top of the Western Conference by assisting and scoring to beat LAFC on the road. Plus: NYCFC's Justin Haak makes MLS Team of the Matchday.
Seattle Sounders win Leagues Cup, complete their trophy collection
Seattle humbled Inter Miami CF 3-0 in the Leagues Cup final, meaning the Sounders now own every trophy available to win for a team from Major League Soccer.
Alonso Martínez now 3rd on NYCFC's all-time goal-scorer list
We take a deep dive into striker's rapid and unexpected rise at New York City FC — and look at the financial considerations that make his ascension all the more remarkable.
Pascal Jansen named Coach of the Matchday
It's the first for the New York City FC head coach. Aiden O'Neill and Alonso Martínez were also named to the Team of the Matchday.
Hany Mukhtar renaissance continues in Nashville blowout of Orlando
The former MLS MVP's two goals and one assist paced Nashville SC to a big win over Orlando City SC. Plus: Aiden O'Neill, Pascal Jansen, Alonso Martínez rep NYCFC in Team of the Matchday.
Stuck in 8th: New York City stalled despite winning streak
But outlook is positive as NYCFC are enjoying a blistering-hot run of form, allowed the second-fewest goals in the league, and are starting to score consistently.
What to make of New York City FC's summer transfer window
Thoughts on what New York City FC and Sporting Director David Lee did during the MLS Secondary Transfer Window, and where the moves leave the squad for 2025 and beyond.