Matthew Mangam
Matthew Mangam is a student at Rutgers, where he is the Head 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 DC United
Ted Meyer of RFK Refugees tells us about DC United's red-hot run of form, why Christian Benteke is no longer the only scoring threat, and how the buy-in to Troy Lesesnse's system is paying off.
Instant Reaction: The importance of Matt Freese
The defense didn't look the same after the goalkeeper left tonight's game. Can New York City find a way to win without him?
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Columbus Crew
Ty Fisher of Massive Report tells us about Columbus's unbeaten run, why the quick turnaround won't affect them, and why the Crew's defense is the X-factor.
NYCFC collapse late, let Chicago Fire draw in Queens
A scintillating two-goal performance by Alonso Martínez was wiped out by a Chicago Fire that found a way to equalize New York City FC at Citi Field.
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Chicago Fire
Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net tells us about Chicago's chance to end a six-year playoff drought, Xherdan Shaqiri's departure, Hugo Cuypers's return, and why the Fire need to take more shots.
How NYCFC's improving attack could get better
New York City FC's attack is much stronger this season. But the team still struggle to convert chances, score on the road, and get goals from their strikers.
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.
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.