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Taty Castellanos scores first Premier League goal for West Ham
Castellanos became the second-ever New York City FC export to score a goal in the English Premier League, his first goal helping West Ham United FC earn a critical win in their relegation survival battle.
Cosmos mini-ticket plans start at $50 for four games
Pick a Plan ticket packages from the Cosmos start at $16.68 per ticket, and include the home opener vs Portland Hearts of Pine on March 7 for free: Here are the matchups we'd see.
2026 Coachella Valley Invitational preview
Talles Magno at the No 9? Kevin O'Toole in midfield? Here are the New York City FC players to watch at the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational.
Hudson River Blue partners with Sofascore
We will now feature custom statistical analysis and visualization from Sofascore, the sports data website and app powered by Opta.
Episode 75: Where the failed Moussa Sylla transfer leaves NYCFC
Unpacking all the twists of the Moussa Sylla transfer saga and where New York City FC might turn now after not signing the FC Schalke 04 striker.
Pascal Jansen: 'Now we have to switch gears, find a new No 9'
The New York City FC coach addresses the failed Moussa Sylla transfer, Talles Magno's early impression in preseason, and how Kai Trewin fits Jansen's pro-versatility philosophy.
Moussa Sylla move to New York City FC collapses
The 26-year-old striker looked set to join NYCFC from FC Schalke 04, but concerns raised by New York City over Sylla's medical led to a breakdown in negotiations and a scathing statement from Schalke ripping NYCFC.
HRB Roundtable: Reactions to Sky, New York City FC's new mascot
No pants, flatbill cap, a pair of Timbs straight out of the box: The contributors at Hudson River Blue take a closer look at Sky, New York City FC's new mascot.
New York City FC Announce Pigeon Mascot: Meet Sky
Sky Scraper is a pigeon from the South Bronx that wears a pair of Timbs in the classic color officially known as "wheat."
Will Kai Trewin be an upgrade over Justin Haak?
The 24-year-old Australian defender was one of the best players in the A-League last year, and looks like he could become New York City FC's most attack-minded center-back since Alex Callens.
Cosmos launch 2026 away kit
The midnight-blue shirt was introduced via community photo shoots at a bodega and a brew pub in North Jersey, close to the new home of the Cosmos at historic Hinchcliffe Stadium in Patterson.
Gotham 4-0 AS FAR: 3 Thoughts
The Bats rolled over Morocco's AS FAR in the third-place match of the inaugural FIFA Women's Champion Cup as collegiate signings Andrea Kitahata and Talia Sommer made their professional debuts.
Late Rebecca Cooke equalizer earns Brooklyn FC 1–1 road draw with Dallas Trinity FC
Brooklyn FC climb one spot to 7th Place on the table with a hard-fought point on the road at the Cotton Bowl Stadium.
Hudson River Blue will join nationwide general strike
In honor of the national shutdown we will not post any articles or update the Transfer Tracker on Friday, January 30.
The Todd Dunivant era starts strong
Big New York City FC signings made early in the transfer window sets Dunivant apart from his Sporting Director predecessor, with the squad looking built before the season starts.
Second-Half Reset: Brooklyn FC Women looking to push in 2026
Brooklyn FC started the season slow, but finished 2025 with three wins out of five games played. Can they carry that momentum into the new year when the second half the season restarts on Saturday?
Gotham 0-1 Corinthians: 4 Thoughts
Gotham couldn't find a way through a stingy Corinthians defense, losing their FIFA Women's Champions Cup semi-final 1-0 while playing without leading scorer Esther González.
Episode 74: What signing striker Moussa Sylla, defender Kai Trewin means for NYCFC
A breakdown all the big recent New York City FC roster moves, from bringing in reinforcements at forward and along the back-line, to finding new loans away for a pair of young under-performers.
USL Premier to launch in 2028, will bring pro/rel to top-flight soccer
The sanctioned Division I league will compete at the same level as MLS, and will complete the USL's three-tier soccer pyramid: It will be the first time the pro/rel system is used in the US.
Julián Fernández officially departs for Rosario Central
New York City FC loaned the 21-year-old winger back to a club in his native Argentina through December 2026, with Rosario Central retaining an option to buy him after the loan.
It Begins Again: 2026 US Open Cup First Round pairings announced
March's opening round of games includes six teams, four amateur and two professional, from the Tri-State Area.
FIFA Women's Champions Cup: What to know about Gotham FC's first trophy chance of 2026
Answers to the most pertinent questions you might have about the annual women's club competition that debuts this week and features Gotham FC chasing an intercontinental trophy.
Cosmos 2026 kits leaked?
I spy with my little eye: What looks to be the Cosmos second and third kits in a now-deleted Instagram post.
Moussa Sylla to New York City FC for up to €7 million: Report
FC Schalke 04 in Germany confirmed that Sylla, their 26-year-old Mali international forward, is being sold to a club abroad, with reports indicating he'll move to NYCFC.
Kai Trewin to join New York City FC
The 24-year-old Australian center-back and defensive midfielder officially left Melbourne City FC to move within City Football Group, signing with New York City FC through 2028-29.
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