Oppo Research: 5 Things about Columbus Crew
Ty Fisher of Massive Report tells us about Columbus' winning run, home-field advantage, and why Diego Rossi could be the X-factor in this Leagues Cup Quarterfinals matchup.
Matthew Mangam
Matthew Mangam is a student at Rutgers, where he is the Associate Sports Editor for The Daily Targum. and is a Senior Writer for Hudson River Blue. Matthew has been an NYCFC fan since 2014.
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Oppo Research: 5 Things about Tigres UANL
Eric Gomez of ESPN tells us about Tigres UANL's winning streak, their insanely deep squad, and why the fullbacks could be the X-factor.
How far will NYCFC go in Leagues Cup?
They've yet to win a Leagues Cup game inside 90 minutes, yet New York City FC is in the Round of 16. Up next: One of the toughest games they'll play this season.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about New England
Jake Catanese of The Blazing Musket on how injuries have affected the New England Revolution, what led to recent winning and losing streaks, and how Bobby Wood has done as a fill-in striker.
NYCFC concede 4 goals in 11 minutes in historic collapse to FC Cincinnati
New York City led Cincinnati for most of the match, but the home shocked the visitors with 4 goals to end the game.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about FC Cincinnati
Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press tells us about FC Cincinnati's losing streak, how Luciano Acosta gets better with age — and if he'll play Monday night.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Querétaro FC
Eric Gomez of ESPN tells us about the players who left Querétaro, the club's four losses to start the Liga MX Apertura season, and why 37-year-old Pablo Barrera could trouble New York City FC.
NYCFC draw Orlando for another pragmatic point on the road
New York City FC came from behind to tie Orlando City SC 1-1, ending an exhausting four-game road trip with a subdued performance.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Orlando City
Ben Miller of The Mane Land tells us about Orlando City's defensive struggles, and Iván Angulo's impressive performances in the attack.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Atlanta United
Rob Usry of Five Stripe Final tells us about Atlanta United's struggles without Thiago Almada and Giorgos Giakoumakis, and why Brad Guzan is the X-factor.
Windy City Woes: NYCFC settle for draw with Chicago
New York City FC's scoreless draw with a struggling Chicago Fire earns a pragmatic point on the road.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Chicago Fire
Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net tells us about Chicago's regression, the frustrating front office, Hugo Cuypers, and why the defense can be a liability.
Defensive Stumbles in the Texas Heat: New York City lose 2-1 to Austin FC
New York City FC lose their first-ever matchup with Austin FC: A Gyasi Zardes brace seals a comeback win for the hosts.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Austin FC
Phil West of Verde All Day tells us about Austin's struggling offense, Brad Stuver's excellent season, and explains the myth of The Groin Demon.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about CF Montréal
Elias Grigoriadis of The Ball is Round Montreal tells us about defensive struggles, Josef Martínez's return, and why Montréal's midfield depth will be the X-factor.
Leaving it Late: When do NYCFC score their goals?
New York City FC have 26 goals in 19 games this season — and 10 of those goals were scored after the 75th minute.