A Turning Tide: The Hudson River Derby in 5 numbers
We look at the history of the rivalry between New York City FC and New York Red Bulls, and how the Boys from Harrison no longer dominate the Hudson River Derby.
Analysis + Opinion
NYCFC need Maxi Moralez to be playoff difference-maker
New York City FC needs the 37-year-old playmaker to step up once again if they want to win Game 3 against FC Cincinnati and continue their run in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Stop this man
The single most important thing New York City FC can do to beat FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium for the first time since 2021? Contain Luciano Acosta.
2024 MLS Year-End Awards: How we voted
The 2024 MLS Awards ballot required tough decisions to be made, and this is an attempt to explain the rationale behind each vote, including why our pick for MVP was not Lionel Messi.
Justin Haak: NYCFC's Swiss Army knife
The versatile player's recent starts at midfield and defense were nothing short of spectacular: It's no coincidence that New York City FC have three consecutive wins with Justin Haak in the Starting XI.
Alonso Martínez is the best striker in MLS*
*Since the resumption of the regular season after the end of Leagues Cup.
New York City FC attendance returns to pre-pandemic levels
The season average of 21,764 per game is up 9.7% over last year — and the highest since 2018.
New York City FC is now a fullback factory
The left- and right-back positions look to have quality options in place for years to come, but how did New York City FC get so good at churning out promising young fullbacks?
The most consequential Hudson River Derby of all time?
More than just three points are on the line in this Saturday's matchup between New York City FC and New York Red Bulls.
New York City FC valued at $1.5 billion?
We take a look at Sportico's most recent assessment of the organization.
The third-longest winless streak in NYCFC history
But the news ain't all bad. In fact, this is one of the best winless streaks endured by the club: The NYCFC glass isn't 75% empty, it's 25% full.
Jessica Ramos courts the soccer vote
The state senator announced today that she's running for mayor: Is she setting herself up to be the New York City FC candidate?
Is Alonso Martínez the most clinical finisher in NYCFC history?
The converted winger is scoring goals at a pace that puts him at the top of New York City FC's record books — and at the top of Major League Soccer this year.
9 Games Left: What lies ahead for New York City FC
With MLS games resuming on Saturday we look at the state of this NYCFC squad.
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.