TST: 5 Things we learned on Day One
Newtown Pride are hottt, the big clubs look small, and the olds can still ball: Here's an Instant Reaction to the first day of The Soccer Tournament.
Instant Reaction
NYCFC offense puts on season-best performance, displays potential
The return of Maxi Moralez jump-started a thrilling four-goal bombardment in the game's final 10 minutes plus stoppage time.
NYCFC finds beauty in winning ugly
What could have been a frustrating "trap game" vs a New England team with the worst record in MLS instead became another example of how New York City FC has improved their mentality and resiliency since last season.
New York City FC and a chaotic, perfect week
New York City navigated through a week heavy on drama, travel, and rivalry matches, emerging with three wins and a sense that the young squad might have accelerated its learning curve.
First a raccoon, then a Wolf
Midfielder Hannes Wolf is growing into his role at New York City FC, and could become one of the best creators in MLS.
Instant Reaction: How Lukasz Szpala lost control of the game
A non-call against Toronto FC's Sigurd Rosted allowed the defender to remain in the game, and set the stage for the post-match scuffles that had both teams mixing it up.
Instant Reaction: Progress takes time
Head coach Nick Cushing was uncharacteristically subdued after New York City FC's 0-2 home loss to Colorado Rapids.
Learning Curve: An improving New York City win again
NYCFC put in the best 90' of the season in their 2-0 win over DC United — hey, a game that was fun to watch!
US Open Cup Reaction: Homegrown teens pass major test
Open Cup win over Hartford Athletic was a chance for some accelerated professional development for four of New York City FC's most talented Homegrown players.
NYCFC's attacking potential begins to emerge
Win over New England offers a reminder that New York City FC has high-upside young attacking talent on its roster, with a trio of players making cases for more minutes in the 2-0 victory.
Instant reaction: Matt Freese plays like he has something to prove
The 25-year-old goalkeeper is on his way to establishing himself as one of the best in MLS.
Gotham FC Instant Reaction: A team goal, a team win
Esther scored the only goal in the well-earned victory, but the entire squad deserves the credit.
Instant Reaction: A need for speed
New York City can display a frustrating lack of urgency.
Boys Against Men: FC Motown 0 - 3 NYCFC II instant reaction
An elite youth team outplay adults with years of experience.
Home is where the hurt is
New York City FC need to get back to being a dominant home team if they're to improve in 2024. Collapsing to lose a first-ever home opener won't cut it.
How full is your NYCFC glass?
Two games, two losses, zero goals, four shots on target: Are you still taking a glass-half-full view of NYCFC in 2024?