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2025 Final Grade: Matt Freese
Matt Freese isn't just a standout goalkeeper for New York City FC; the 27-year-old made his USMNT debut this year, and is now the first-choice No 1 heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 FIFA World Cup Draw: MetLife Stadium games are set
Groups C, E, I, and L will play group stage games at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey — Brazil, England, Ecuador, France, Germany, Morocco, Norway, Panama, and Senegal are coming to the Meadowlands. Plus: Will NYCFC teammates Matt Freese and Aiden O'Neill face each other in Group D?
5 Things to know about Todd Dunivant
What stands out about New York City FC's new Sporting Director: His path to becoming a soccer executive, the on-field identity of his Sacramento Republic teams, and how he might handle business at NYCFC.
Alonso Martínez undergoes surgery for knee injury suffered on int'l duty with Costa Rica
New York City FC now confirms that striker Alonso Martínez had surgery to repair his right ACL after suffering the injury against Haiti in Curaçao on November 13.
Gotham FC announce 2026 roster moves
Midge Purce is a free agent but is in negations with the club; Geyse returns to Manchester United after spending 2025 with the Bats on loan.
2025 MLS fan survey results
3,489 MLS fans speak: They want more from Apple TV, find the Best-of-3 round confusing, prefer Bluesky over X, and hate the special treatment shown to Inter Miami and Lionel Messi.
2026 US Open Cup: Fewer teams, shorter format
New York City FC and Red Bull New York are among 16 MLS teams that will play in the 2026 US Open Cup. But just 17 USLC teams will participate, down from 24 in 2025, as the tournament shrinks to make room for the FIFA World Cup.
Brooklyn FC sign center back Lauren Gogal
BKFC strengthen their defense with 22-year-old Lauren Gogal, who joins after stints with Utah Royals and Washington Spirit.
Episode 67: Season ends and The Todd Dunivant Era begins
We revisit what went wrong for New York City FC in the heavy Eastern Conference Final loss, share first impressions of new NYCFC Sporting Director Todd Dunivant, and discuss the club's end-of-year roster decisions.
Todd Dunivant officially hired as New York City FC Sporting Director
The 13-season MLS player and general manager of USL Championship side Sacramento Republic FC becomes the third Sporting Director in NYCFC history.
HRB Roundtable: A look back at the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs
The HRB crew discusses New York City FC's six-game postseason run — they go over what went right, what didn't, and what the future holds for this young team.
New York City announce 2026 roster moves
The club exercised seven options, declined two, and are in negotiations with Justin Haak, Maxi Moraelz, and Andrés Perea.
Matt Freese, Rose Lavelle, Lilly Reale nominated for US Soccer Player of the Year awards
The New York City FC goalkeeper along with two starters from NWSL champions Gotham FC are all up for end-of-year awards handed out by the US Soccer Federation.
Citi Field parking lot casino recommended to receive a license
Billionaire New York Mets owner Steve Cohen's $8 billion Metropolitan Park development in Willets Point is on the verge of receiving one of three new casino licenses in New York City after receiving its latest approval.
New York City vs Inter Miami player ratings
It's no surprise that the numbers aren't great after New York City FC suffered the third-worst loss in club history by falling 5-1 to Inter Miami in the Eastern Conference Playoffs.
Inter Miami overwhelm New York City to win Eastern Conference Final
A cagey match early turned into an Inter Miami rout late as New York City FC surrendered a hat trick to Tadeo Allende and saw their season end with a 5-1 loss at Chase Stadium.
Tough Choices: New York City FC's 2026 roster decisions begin now
Can NYCFC keep Justin Haak? We look at 17 New York City FC players who might (or might not) be here next year because they're out of contract, have options waiting to be triggered, or could leave on loan.
San Diego 1-3 Vancouver: 4 Thoughts
Brian White led Vancouver Whitecaps to an upset win over a young and inexperienced San Diego FC. Next up is Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in the MLS Cup Final.
Miami 5-1 New York City: 4 Thoughts
Pascal Jansen and his New York City FC squad inspired dreams of another unexpected MLS Cup win, but it wasn't meant to be, as Inter Miami CF rolled to a comfortable Eastern Conference Final win.
Inter Miami end New York City's fairytale run, advance to 2025 MLS Cup Final
New York City FC put up a fight, but Lionel Messi's Inter Miami settled into the game and end the night with a 5-1 win and a date to host the 2025 MLS Cup Final.
New York City vs Miami: Rate the players
NYCFC's season ends in South Florida after losing to Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in the Eastern Conference Final. Now it's time for you to rate the players, Head Coach Pascal Jansen, and referee Jon Freemon.
Eastern Conference Final: New York City vs Inter Miami at Chase Stadium
The Gender Reveal Derby is back and bigger than ever, with NYCFC taking on heavily-favored Inter Miami in the Eastern Conference Final: Here is everything you need to know about the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs matchup.
Etihad Park proposed as possible 2031 Women's World Cup venue
Joint bidders the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica officially included the under-construction Queens soccer stadium as one of 50 possible venues for matches during the 2031 Women's World Cup.
Pascal Jansen on Inter Miami Matchup: NYCFC earned the right to be in this final
Will New York City FC's "bulletproof mindset" carry the team through a tough away matchup against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs?
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Inter Miami
Inter Miami are feeling confident heading into the Eastern Conference Finals after scoring 12 goals in four playoff games. Will Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and newcomer Mateo Silvetti deliver on the promise of this high-flying team?
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