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Aiden O'Neill - Makes World Cup debut O'Neill registered three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Turkey.

Impact O'Neill completed the full 90 minutes in Australia's 2-0 victory over Turkey, contributing five clearances and a chance created while completing 84 percent of his passes. Operating at the base of Australia's midfield, he played an important role in shielding the back line and disrupting Turkey's attempts to play through central areas. His performance highlighted the stability he brings to the side. He also displayed an amazing workrate and covered almost 12 kilometres in the game.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC's Aiden O'Neill helps Australia stun Türkiye at World Cup | MLSSoccer.com Australia stunned Türkiye in Group D play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday, and an MLS midfielder was at the heart of it all.

12 HOURS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Matt Freese - Allows one against Paraguay Freese allowed one goal and recorded zero saves in Friday's 4-1 win over Paraguay.

Impact Freese was given the nod in the net over Matt Turner on Friday and was not asked to do a whole lot. He would only face one shot on net, but unfortunately, that shot did find the back of the net. This is likely not how he wanted to start his tournament despite the win, especially as he gets used to the world stage. He will now have Australia next, a team he could have another relatively quiet game against.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

US goalkeepers aim to live up to predecessors at World Cup, yet Pochettino hasn't picked a starter

The U.S. men's national team still hasn't formally designated a starting goalkeeper for the World Cup ahead of its opening match on Friday

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

A floating pitch, Motley Crue and merch: Fan fests extend the World Cup experience beyond the games

If those expensive tickets to World Cup matches are out of reach, there are still options to commune with fellow fans while watching the games

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

"I had the whole New York City in the gym" – Lenny Cooke remembers the game that cemented his playground legend Cooke achieved the feat when he played high school ball at Old Tappan, New Jersey.

JUNE 4 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

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JUNE 2 • INTERMIAMICF.COM

"Something that I've dreamed of" - Jose Alvarado shares why he feels more at home playing for New York City than Puerto Rico Alvarado loves playing for both, but New York just has a special place in his heart.

JUNE 1 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Aiden O'Neill - Plays 67 minutes against Mexico O'Neill (ankle) played 67 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Mexico, confirming his fitness ahead of Australia's World Cup opener against Turkiye.

Impact O'Neill had been a doubt for the tournament opener after missing four consecutive MLS matches with an ankle issue, but his extended run-out against Mexico is the clearest sign yet that he is ready to contribute for the Socceroos. The defensive midfielder's availability is particularly valuable given Riley McGree's (hamstring) absence, and coach Tony Popovic will be counting on him to play a key role in the engine room when Australia's World Cup campaign gets underway.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Freese - Likely to start for USMNT Freese is expected to be the No. 1 goalkeeper for the USMNT in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Impact Freese has three clean sheets and 21 goals allowed in 15 matches with New York City FC in the 2026 MLS season. Even though USA has another dependable goalkeeper in Matt Turner, it seems Freese will be the one between the posts when the Stars and Stripes open their WC campaign against Paraguay on Friday, June 12.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Fernandez - Scores from the spot in loss Fernandez took five shots (three on target), sent in four crosses, took two corners, and scored a penalty kick in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Nashville SC. He also committed four fouls...

Impact Fernandez has been on a tear leading up to the World Cup break, notching two goals and four assists over the last four games. He has 10 goals and 4 assists through 15 games, and he's been NYCFC's primary attacker while they deal with injuries to key players. He'll return to action after the World Cup in a road tilt at Columbus on Wednesday, July 22.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Freese - Saves four, concedes two in loss Freese made four saves in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Freese made some big stops to keep NYCFC in the match, but it wasn't enough to earn a result against the top team in MLS. He will spend the next two weeks preparing for the World Cup, where he is expected to be the starting GK for the US Men's National Team. USA kicks off the World Cup at home against Paraguay on Friday, June 12.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Aiden O'Neill - Working with Australian NT O'Neill (ankle) is part of Australia's training camp prior to the World Cup, with his status still a doubt for the opening game against Turkiye.

Impact O'Neill has missed the last four MLS games with his club, but he's expected to return for international activity, potentially taking on an increased role due to the absence of Riley McGree (hamstring). O'Neill was consistent as a defensive midfielder in the initial months of the league campaign, but he could also deliver a few crosses if allowed to push forward. Still, it remains unclear how many minutes he'll be ready for in the short term.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Hannes Wolf - Dealing with breathing issues Wolf (chest) experienced some trouble breathing at the end of Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Nashville and will be evaluated by the medical staff, according to coach Pascal Jansen, pe...

Impact Wolf couldn't end the final minutes of Sunday's clash against Nashville due to breathing issues and no further details have been provided on the nature of the issue. Wolf will be monitored over the coming days before any clarity emerges on his condition, with New York City's next fixture coming after the World Cup break. The club will provide a further update on his availability once the evaluation has been completed.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Malachi Jones - Suffers shoulder injury Jones suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Nashville and will be evaluated by the medical staff, according to coach Pascal Jansen, per Scott Churchson of S...

Impact Jones suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday's clash against Nashville and will be monitored over the coming days before any clarity emerges on his condition, with New York City's next fixture coming after the World Cup break. The club will provide a further update on his availability once the evaluation has been completed.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Nashville SC bests New York City FC behind Maxwell Woledzi's 1st MLS goal Deadspin | Nashville SC bests New York City FC behind Maxwell Woledzi's 1st MLS goal

MAY 24 • DEADSPIN.COM

Nashville SC vs. New York City FC | Full Match Highlights

MAY 24 • YOUTUBE

Mukhtar and Nashville host New York City FC

Hany Mukhtar leads Nashville into a matchup with New York City FC after a three-goal performance against Los Angeles FC

MAY 22 • Associated Press

NYCFC midfielder Maxi Moralez suffers torn ACL | MLSSoccer.com New York City FC midfielder Maxi Moralez will undergo surgery in the coming weeks to repair a ruptured left ACL, the club announced Thursday...

MAY 21 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kevin O'Toole - Ruled out after surgery O'Toole is sidelined for the time being following a procedure on his groin and abdomen, according to his club.

Impact O'Toole won't play at least until after the World Cup break while the exact severity of his problems remains unclear. The left-back was initially a consistent starter, and losing him hurts the team both defensively and offensively on the flank. He has already been absent since April 25, with Nicholas Cavallo absorbing his playing time.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Moralez - Set for ACL surgery Moralez has sustained an ACL rupture in his left knee which will require surgery, leaving him out for upcoming months, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Moralez ended up facing the worst case scenario following a non-contact injury he picked up during a May 16 game versus Red Bull New York. This issue is likely to mark the end of the season for the veteran, who was tied as the league's second-best contributor of assists with six in 14 matches. At 39, the continuation of his career could also be in doubt following a serious injury, but for now the playmaker will begin to recover from surgery. His place in NYCFC's lineup may be covered by a more defensive-minded Andres Perea in future fixtures.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Keaton Parks - Late scratch Wednesday Parks (groin) was a late withdrawal from the starting XI for Wednesday's US Open Cup defeat against Columbus due to injury, according to coach Pascal Jansen, per Scott Churchson of...

Impact Parks suffered a groin issue just before the kickoff Wednesday and no further details have been provided yet on the severity of the problem, leaving his availability for Saturday's clash against Nashville uncertain. Andres Perea or Aiden O'Neill (ankle) if fit are expected to take on larger roles in the midfield if Parks cannot be cleared in time, with the club set to assess his condition over the coming days before making a final call on his involvement at the weekend.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Fernandez - Assists Saturday Fernandez assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Fernandez is on the scoresheet for a third straight game in a row, assisting the lone goal for NYCFC on Saturday. He's recorded four goals and three assists in the last seven league appearances, recording nine shots on target with 39 crosses and creating 11 chances in that span.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Andres Perea - Scores in draw Perea scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Perea recorded the game tying goal for NYCFC to salvage the tie during the Hudson River Derby. He came in in relief of Maxi Moralez, who picked up a concerning knee injury Saturday. This will likely mean more playing time available for the midfield, having made 23 starts in 27 MLS appearances in 2025, having just returned from his fractured leg suffering during the 2025 playoff run.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Freese - Four saves vs RBNY Freese had four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Freese had a decent outing against RBNY on Saturday, making four saves while allowing one goal. He is coming off back to back clean sheets, conceding eight goals in the last six appearances with 19 saves in that span. The keeper will head to Nashville for thr final match before the World Cup break on Saturday, who have scored eight goals in the last five contests.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

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