NYCFC don't look like a playoff team
The table says they're in playoff position, but NYCFC hasn't consistently performed like a squad worthy of that distinction.
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New York City FC failed to play spoiler at Subaru Park as their attack went quiet and one Union goal left the visitors lamenting their missed chances in a 1-0 defeat.
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New York City vs Seattle Sounders player ratings
The numbers are fairly meh after the home defeat on Decision Day, which is to be expected. But Nico Fernández Mercau earns your vote for Player of the Match after scoring his third goal since joining NYCFC over the summer, and Máximo Carrizo is in the Player Spotlight.
2025 MLS Cup Playoffs will be free on Apple TV
You don't need to subscribe to MLS Season Pass to watch the 2025 Major League Soccer postseason, which runs from October 22 to December 6.
Zidane Yáñez makes Chile roster for U-17 World Cup
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