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Tayvon Gray's evolution into an attacking threat
The New York City FC right-back was one of the best defenders in MLS last year. With two goal involvements just three games into the season, could Gray progress into a league-leading two-way threat in 2026?
Tayvon Gray's evolution into an attacking threat
The New York City FC right-back was one of the best defenders in MLS last year. With two goal involvements just three games into the season, could Gray progress into a league-leading two-way threat in 2026?
James Sands out for remainder of Bundesliga season following ankle surgery
FC St. Pauli ruled Sands out for the remainder of their 2025/26 season after he needed surgery to repair ligament damage in his left ankle.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Colorado Rapids
A rebuilt Colorado Rapids are riding a two-game winning streak under new Head Coach Matt Wells after shutting out Portland Timbers at home at putting four past LA Galaxy. But can they do it on a cold Saturday night in The Bronx?
Episode 80: NYCFC delivers with a home-opener dismantling of Orlando
What had more to do with that 5-0 scoreline: Orlando's badness, or New York City FC's greatness? Plus, we take stock of NYCFC through three game, talk Leagues Cup, and give you a Colorado Rapids preview.
Episode 80: NYCFC delivers with a home-opener dismantling of Orlando
What had more to do with that 5-0 scoreline: Orlando's badness, or New York City FC's greatness? Plus, we take stock of NYCFC through three game, talk Leagues Cup, and give you a Colorado Rapids preview.
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.
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.
Episode 77: Previewing and predicting what's in store for NYCFC in 2026
A season preview episode in which we make bold predictions about New York City FC and where they'll finish in the Eastern Conference, then look ahead to the season opener against Justin Haak's LA Galaxy.
Gotham FC Transfer Tracker: All 2026 news and rumors
A big signing on the eve of NWSL season kickoff as Gotham picks up Chelsea FC and Norway forward Guro Reiten on a contract through the 2029 season.
Loradana Paletta called up for United States U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers
Two local clubs are represented on the latest United States U-17 roster, as Gotham FC's Mak Whitham joins NYCFC's Paletta on the squad trying to qualify for the next U-17 World Cup in Morocco.
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.
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!
Brooklyn FC makes history, defeats Indy Eleven 1–0 in club debut
The Brooklyn FC men are deserving winners in their inaugural game after defeating Indy Eleven 1-0 at Maimonides Park in Coney Island after Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. scores the first goal in team history.
Brooklyn FC Transfer Tracker: All 2026 news and rumors
The Brooklyn men's roster stands at 21 after adding Callum Frogson, CJ Olney Jr., Malik Pinto, and Ryan McLaughlin, and losing Arun Basuljevic to retirement.
Brooklyn FC and Fort Lauderdale United Battle to a dramatic 3–3 draw in Florida
A Brooklyn FC reduced to 10 players gave up a last-minute goal to end Valentine's Day with just one point on a night when they could have logged their second away win of the season.
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.
Cosmos Transfer Tracker: All 2026 news and rumors
We can confirm that center back Marcelo Lage departed the Cosmos after signing with the club in mid-December.
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.
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.
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.
Tayvon Gray's evolution into an attacking threat
The New York City FC right-back was one of the best defenders in MLS last year. With two goal involvements just three games into the season, could Gray progress into a league-leading two-way threat in 2026?
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.
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.
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 Transfer Tracker: All 2026 news and rumors
A big signing on the eve of NWSL season kickoff as Gotham picks up Chelsea FC and Norway forward Guro Reiten on a contract through the 2029 season.
Cosmos Transfer Tracker: All 2026 news and rumors
We can confirm that center back Marcelo Lage departed the Cosmos after signing with the club in mid-December.
Brooklyn FC Transfer Tracker: All 2026 news and rumors
The Brooklyn men's roster stands at 21 after adding Callum Frogson, CJ Olney Jr., Malik Pinto, and Ryan McLaughlin, and losing Arun Basuljevic to retirement.
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.
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!
Power Ranking all 2026 MLS kits
We look at all 30 of the 2026 MLS, and pass ruthless judgement on every one. Spoiler alert: Inter Miami's "Car Valet Kit" (not the real name) didn't place well.
New York City FC release 2026 All Nations Kit
Blue shirt, white shorts, orange socks: The 2026 All Nations 2026 Kit "represents how the many cultures of New York City combine to form something even greater."
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.
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 FC will move to Etihad Park at start of 2027/28 season
NYCFC will continue to play home matches at Yankee Stadium and Citi Field during the 14-game sprint season held in early 2027 before debuting at Etihad Park sometime in July.
Olympic soccer coming to Etihad Park in 2028
The new Willets Point, Queens stadium will host early-round Olympic matches as part of a cross-country approach to staging the soccer tournament of the 2028 Los Angeles games.
Hudson River Blue's Top 10 Stories of 2025
We published more than 750 articles in 2025: Here are the 10 most-viewed posts this year.
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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.
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.
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.
26 Predictions for 2026
Once again, we look into our size 2 crystal ball, and see visions of the year to come.
New York City FC valued at $1.12 billion
The latest Major League Soccer valuations put together by Sportico rank NYCFC as the 5th-most-valuable club in the league, with their value rising by 12% compared to 2025.
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.
Hudson River Blue's Top 10 Stories of 2025
We published more than 750 articles in 2025: Here are the 10 most-viewed posts this year.
All of NYCFC's seven-figure contracts
Nico Fernández Mercau becomes the 12th player in New York City FC history to make more than $1 million per year. Let's take a look at all 35 of the club's seven-figure contracts.
Where things stand with the Citi Field casino after latest approval
Metropolitan Park, the casino and greenspace development from billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen, cleared another hurdle. We answer 12 burning questions about the state of the project to be built over Citi Field’s parking lots.