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Update: MLS release current 2026 GAM figures
New York City FC have $2.64 million in General Allocation Money, which puts them at #11 in the league — that's down from $5.45 million in January.
Why Agustín Ojeda should play on the left
Twice, the winger started a game positioned on the right. And twice, Ojeda became more dangerous after he was switched to the left by Pascal Jansen.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Orlando City
An Orlando City defense hollowed out by transfers and injuries has allowed six goals in two games. Ben Miller of The Mane Land tells us about a back line that looks vulnerable, an attack that has some bite, and why time is running out for striker Duncan McGuire.
Ian Joy on first New York City FC broadcast for Apple: 'A special moment'
The longtime YES Network announcer discusses calling his first NYCFC match on Apple this weekend and gives his take on the current state of the New York City squad.
New York City FC to play 2026 Leagues Cup games in New Jersey
All three of NYCFC's Phase One games in the 2026 Leagues Cup tournament will take place at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, NJ.
Safe at Home: NYCFC's impressive record in home openers
New York City FC's record of 8W-2D-1L in home openers includes some spectacular wins: Here are the 5 best home opener games in NYCFC club history.
Liverpool vs Wrexham, Leeds vs Sunderland friendlies to be held in NY metro area
Liverpool and Wrexham will play at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx July 29, then Leeds United and Sunderland in Harrison, NJ, the next day: Here's how to preregister for tickets.
Todd Dunivant: 'We do have flexibility to add a DP'
The new Sporting Director of New York City FC discusses the ongoing search for a No 9, adding another winger, working with Pascal Jansen, and opening up a Designated Player slot.
Episode 79: NYCFC wins again in Philly, front office gets candid about transfers
A thorough unpacking of New York City FC's wild win over the Union at Subaru Park, a rundown of the biggest Brad Sims bombshells dropped in his latest press roundtable, and a preview of the home opener vs Orlando.
Brad Sims: 'We have budget for a significant investment in this window'
The president and CEO of New York City FC on Etihad Park's much-anticipated debut, how transfer budgets and deals work inside City Football Group, and why he's so bullish on MLS flipping its calendar and format.
New York City vs Philadelphia player ratings
Tayvon Gray is your Player of the Match for his clutch goal — it's just the third time he earned the honor since we started publishing player ratings in 2023.
Gabi Portilho departs Gotham FC for San Diego Wave
The Brazilian international contributed three goals and three assists in Gotham FC's title-winning 2025 season; the Bats will get $175,000 in intraleague transfer funds for the forward.
New York City FC seals first win of 2026 with late drama in Philadelphia
It took them until nearly the final kick of the game, but New York City earned a 2-1 win over Philadelphia Union thanks to a 99th-minute header from Tayvon Gray.
New York City 2-1 Philadelphia Union: 3 Thoughts
New York City FC find a way to defeat Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park in Matchday 2 despite the chaos on the field and some sloppy play late in the game.
Cosmos beat FC Motown in friendly, first game in front of fans
The Cosmos friendly at Hinchcliffe Stadium was the first time the club played in front of fans since 2017 (2018? 2019?) as they prepare for the 2026 USL One season opener on March 14.
Matchday 2: New York City vs Philadelphia at Subaru Park
New York City FC return to Chester, PA, to face the Union for the first time since last November's upset win in the Eastern Conference Semifinal. Can NYCFC keep the streak alive and beat Philadelphia on the road for the third time in three years?
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia Union will be without Ezekiel Alladoh after the club-record signing earned a red card in last week's loss to 2025 wooden spoon-winners DC United — here's how a rebuilt DOOP will try to get it done at home against New York City FC on Sunday.
New York City FC 2026 Roster Profile: 5 Takeaways
New York City FC choose the Designated Player roster-building model for the first time now that all three DP slots are filled with active members of the squad.
How Nico Fernández Mercau plays striker
While he's currently Pascal Jansen's preferred option to fill in for the injured Alonso Martínez, Nico takes a very different approach to playing as New York City FC's center-forward.
Gotham FC drop "Lady Liberty" third kit
The retina-sizzling shirt featuring the Statue of Liberty is the only third kit in club history, and the attention-grabbing design is unlike any other introduced by the Bats. Bonus: Orange shorts!
MLS pundits predict 2026 MLS season
Fire up the lamination machine: Three pundits pick New York City FC to be a Top 4 team in 2026 — and another seven pick the club to miss the playoffs entirely.
Episode 78: Takeaways from NYCFC's season-opening draw
The biggest lessons learned from New York City FC's 1-1 draw with LA Galaxy, plus Etihad Park gets confirmed as opening in the summer of 2027 when MLS flips to its new European-style league calendar.
New York City vs LA Galaxy player ratings
The Starting XI averaged a 6.4 rating, a not great but also not terrible collective rating befitting a similar level of New York City FC performance in their 1-1 draw with the Galaxy.
NYCFC draws 10-man LA Galaxy in season opener
New York City FC leave Los Angeles with a point, but an attack in desperate need of a striker didn't place a single shot on target from open play.
New York City 1-1 LA Galaxy: 4 Thoughts
New York City FC escape the season opener with one point despite putting zero shots on target outside of Nico Fernández Mercau's penalty. give credit to Matt Freese, who made five saves for the Pigeons.
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