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Hudson River Derby Preview: NYCFC vs. Red Bulls Is More Than a Rivalry — It’s a Statement
When New York’s two MLS clubs meet on August 17, playoff positioning, bragging rights, and the soul of soccer in the five boroughs will all be on the line simultaneously.
Soccer · Nathalie Richard · August 7, 2026
NYCFC Hold Eastern Conference Lead as MLS Playoff Push Enters Final Stretch
With eight games remaining, New York City FC sit atop the East on goal difference, and their home form at Yankee Stadium has become one of the most talked-about stories in MLS.
Red Bulls Sign Colombian Striker as Designated Player to Jolt Playoff Ambitions
New York Red Bulls completed the most significant summer transfer window move in the club’s recent history, bringing in a proven goal scorer on a two-and-a-half-year deal.
Soccer · Nathalie Richard · August 5, 2026
NYCFC’s New Queens Stadium Is Rising Faster Than Expected — Here’s What We Know
Construction on New York City FC’s long-awaited soccer-specific stadium in Willets Point is ahead of schedule, with a target opening now set for spring 2028.
NYCFC’s Matt Freese Named to MLS All-Star Team as Club Surges Toward First Shield
The 26-year-old goalkeeper has been NYCFC’s most consistent performer all season, posting a league-leading eight clean sheets and a save percentage that ranks him among the best in the league.
MLS Eastern Conference Playoff Race: Every Point Matters With Eight Games Left
NYCFC lead but Inter Miami, Columbus, and the Red Bulls are all within striking distance in a logjam that could see the entire seeding order reshuffled before the final weekend of the regular season.
Soccer · Nathalie Richard · August 2, 2026
Red Bulls Midfielder Daniel Edelman Earns First USMNT Call-Up; Harrison Celebrates
The 23-year-old defensive midfielder has been one of the most consistent players in MLS this season, and his first call-up to the senior national team is being celebrated as a breakthrough moment for Red Bulls’ homegrown program.
Red Bulls Academy Product Luca Orellano Makes Stunning MLS Debut With Two Goals
The 19-year-old Bronx native came off the bench in the 62nd minute and scored twice in eight minutes, giving the Red Bulls a dramatic win over D.C. United and sending Red Bull Arena into a frenzy.
NYCFC Sign Brazilian Winger Rodrygo Santos as Third Designated Player
The 24-year-old arrives from Fluminense with a reputation as one of South America’s most creative attacking midfielders and gives NYCFC an elite option behind their front two.
The Jackson Heights Connection: How Queens Shaped NYCFC’s Soul
Long before NYCFC played a single game at Yankee Stadium, the sidewalks, courts, and community pitches of Queens had already written the club’s identity — and the neighborhood’s relationship with the team runs deeper than most fans realize.
Soccer · Nathalie Richard · July 25, 2026