New York City FC 2025 Final Report Card
Now that the 2025 season is in the rearview mirror, here are the final grades for New York City FC players and the front office.
Liam Fitzpatrick
2025 Final Grade: Aiden O'Neill
The defensive midfielder is NYCFC's metronome, calm under pressure and smart in possession. He's also soccer's Energizer Bunny, logging 5,044 minutes between playing in Belgium, MLS, and the Australia men's national team.
2025 Final Grade: Kevin O'Toole
The left back was a locked-in starter for one the best defenses in MLS, and earned his first international call-up in November.
New York City 1-0 Charlotte: 4 Thoughts
New York City FC earned a crucial Game 1 win over Charlotte FC thanks to another Alonso Martínez goal, some playoff physicality, and a fluid formation that didn't give Charlotte an inch.
New York City 1-2 Seattle: 3 Thoughts
New York City FC failed to get the job done against the Sounders on Decision Day, with Aiden O'Neill's absence looming large in the midfield and the attack too quiet to get a result.
New York City vs Inter Miami player ratings
You handed Nico Fernández a 5.9 rating and Player of the Match: It was that kind of night.
New York City vs Toluca player ratings
Alonso Martínez earns his eighth POTM this year in NYCFC's 2-1 loss to Toluca — and referee Pierre-Luc Lauziere gets a season-low rating for his shambolic officiating.
New York City vs Orlando player ratings
The Iceman is your Player of the Match after New York City FC's 2-1 comeback win on the road against Orlando City, but let's not forget Andrés Perea's contributions: He created the chaos that led to the team's first goal.
New York City vs Atlanta United player ratings
Talles Magno is your POTM after his super-sub performance in New York City FC's 2-2 draw with Atlanta United.
New York City vs New England player ratings
Another game, another one-goal win — this was closer than most, and your ratings reflect that tension. The game-winning goal from Keaton Parks earns him your first POTM this season.
New York City vs Toronto player ratings
The levels are good after a hard-fought win on the road. Hannes Wolf earns his first POTM this season.