Instant Reaction: Give credit to the defense
Goals from Mounsef Bakrar and Talles Magno won the game, but the solidity of the backline was just as key.
Goals from Mounsef Bakrar and Talles Magno won the game, but the solidity of the backline was just as key.
Acceptance is the fifth and final stage of grief.
Was last week's draw with Columbus Crew the swan song for the Designated Player?
A lucky deflection gave Columbus the equalizer, but New York City never should have let them back into the game and allowed them to take their chances.
Problems at striker and center back were magnified by the 1-1 draw with Charlotte FC at Citi Field.
Gabi's hard work was thrown away in the end.
Gotham settle for one point on the road, remain at top of table for second consecutive week.
While NYCFC's defense folded, Philadelphia's stood fast.
"Soccer is 90 percent mental" — Yogi Berra
It felt inevitable due to the schedule circumstances, disparities of depth and current form between the squads, and NYCFC’s miserable recent road record.
It felt like everything was clicking for NYCFC.