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Andres Perea - Suffers leg injury Perea is dealing with a leg problem and won't be an option for an undisclosed period, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Perea has operated as a regular piece of his side's defensive midfield setup, so losing him is a significant blow, although the team is no longer able to make the playoffs. He scored four goals in the 2026 season, with three of them coming in his last seven outings. Other than that, his average of 1.1 interceptions per game ranked third on the squad. Keaton Parks could find an opportunity to feature alongside Jonathan Shore while Perea and Aiden O'Neill (leg) are sidelined.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Matt Miazga - Leg issue delays club debut Miazga has been ruled out for the final regular-season game through a leg concern, according to the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Miazga's wait for a first appearance with New York City FC continues, as this physical problem keeps him out just weeks after the club claimed him off waivers from Cincinnati. The 2023 MLS Defender of the Year has a long history with leg trouble, including a layoff of about six months that stretched from last September into this spring. With his deal running only through the end of 2026, the club may well be cautious, especially since Thiago Martins and James Sands remain the center-back pairing and leave little urgency to rush him.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Nicolas Fernandez - Assists in draw Fernandez assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus CF Montreal.

Impact Fernandez assisted the team's only goal Saturday while creating three chances and delivering two crosses. It was his second assist in the last four matches, a span in which he has also scored once, created 17 chances, delivered 33 crosses, and won five tackles.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andres Perea - Scores again Perea scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against CF Montreal.

Impact Perea scored the team's only goal Saturday, adding a tackle and two shots against Montreal. He has scored three goals in his last seven appearances, bringing his season total to four, a career high for the midfielder. He has also been an influential part of the attack since returning from injury earlier in the year.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Matt Freese - Allows critical goals in draw Freese registered one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against CF Montreal.

Impact Freese was minutes away from a clean sheet before a late Montreal goal ended NYCFC's playoff hopes. He allowed seven goals across his last six league appearances, recording 15 saves while failing to keep a clean sheet during that span. The keeper will close the season out with a trip to DC United on Saturday, who have scored three goals in the last five contest.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon in his debut at the distance

Andreas Almgren came to watch the New York City Marathon a year ago and decided that night he was going to make his debut in the event this year

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

New York City FC vs. CF Montréal | Full Match Highlights | STOPPAGE-TIME SHOCKER!!

6 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Daniel Rios scores in stoppage time to rally Montreal to 1-1 draw with NYCFC

Daniel Ríos scored two minutes into second-half stoppage time to rally CF Montreal to a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Citi Field

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Aiden O'Neill - Misses Montreal clash O'Neill (undisclosed) is unavailable for Saturday's clash against Montreal.

Impact O'Neill had been a doubt after picking up an unspecified issue, but he has now been ruled out of Saturday's contest. The midfielder's absence is a blow to New York City's midfield after starting each of the last five matches.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Aiden O'Neill - Questionable for Montreal clash O'Neill (undisclosed) is uncertain for Saturday's MLS clash against Montreal, according to coach Pascal Jansen, per Scott Churchson.

Impact O'Neill is dealing with an unspecified issue that has cast doubt on his availability for Saturday's encounter against Montreal. The midfielder has started New York City's last five matches, establishing himself as a regular presence in the center of the pitch. His potential absence would force a midfield adjustment, with Keaton Parks emerging as a candidate to replace him in the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martinez - Ruled out against Montreal Martinez (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's MLS clash against Montreal after suffering an apparent muscle injury during Wednesday's encounter against Atlanta United, accordi...

Impact Martinez was forced off in the 28th minute against Atlanta United after experiencing discomfort in the back of his right thigh during his second consecutive league start. The striker had recently returned from a lengthy absence due to an ACL injury, making this latest setback particularly concerning. He will miss Saturday's encounter against Montreal, although the severity of the injury and his recovery timeline remain unclear. Talles Magno, who replaced him Wednesday, could see increased playing time in his absence.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin O'Toole - Provides assists in win O'Toole assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Atlanta United.

Impact O'Toole recorded a rare assist in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Atlanta. It was his first assist of the season and just his second across the last two campaigns. The defender has endured an inconsistent year due to injuries and fluctuating form, making 16 starts in 23 appearances while totaling 31 tackles, 38 clearances, and 20 interceptions.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Fernandez - Breaks scoring skid Fernandez scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Atlanta United.

Impact Fernandez snapped his scoring drought Wednesday, finding the net in NYCFC's win over Atlanta. Despite a quieter stretch entering the match, he continues to enjoy a strong season with 16 goals and five assists in 31 MLS appearances, meeting expectations during his first full campaign in the league.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Freese - Keeps NYCFC's hopes alive Freese had five saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Freese returned to the lineup Wednesday after an injury scare against Orlando City and made five saves to help NYCFC earn a crucial win and keep its playoff hopes alive. The goalkeeper has conceded six goals while making 14 saves across his last five league appearances. He'll face Montreal on Saturday, who have just two goals over its last five contests.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC vs. Atlanta United | Full Match Highlights | STOPPAGE-TIME BANGER!

OCTOBER 29 • YOUTUBE

Bénie Traoré scores winner as NYCFC keeps playoff hopes alive with 2-1 victory over Atlanta United

Bénie Traoré scored in second-half stoppage time and New York City FC kept its postseason hopes alive while ending Atlanta United’s with a 2-1 victory at Citi Field

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami tabbed to play Cincinnati in MLS Sprint Season opener on Feb. 19

Lionel Messi is in line to help kick off Major League Soccer’s sprint season next year

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Alonso Martinez - Subs off with injury Wednesday Martinez left the midweek meeting with Atlanta United in the 28th minute after picking up an apparent muscle concern.

Impact Martinez signaled to the back of his right thigh after feeling pain during the first half of his second straight league start. Given the short turnaround between games and the fact that he was out for a long stretch of the season while he recovered from an ACL injury, it would seem like a big risk for him to appear in the upcoming match against Montreal. Still, the striker will be questionable until there's confirmation of the extent of his issue. Talles Magno replaced him Wednesday and could push for increased action if Martinez is dealing with a significant issue.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Keaton Parks - Clears injured list Parks (leg) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Wednesday's clash with Atlanta, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Parks has been struggling with a leg injury in recent weeks, but he seems to have shrugged off the issue. He has no tag ahead of Wednesday's clash with Atlanta, and could be brought straight back into the starting XI. Parks has been out since the start of September, so it's possible he's not ready for a full match even if fit.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Freese - No injury designation Freese (arm) doesn't carry an injury designation into Wednesday's clash with Atlanta, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Freese is seemingly good to go for Wednesday's clash despite coming off with an arm injury against Orlando. If he's truly fit he will be straight back in the starting XI as the top choice. If he has any sort of issues, it would likely be Tomas Romero who gets the start for Wednesday's match.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Hannes Wolf - Provides assist Wolf assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Wolf played the first half Saturday and provided the assist on Alonso Martinez's goal. He has recorded one goal and one assist across his last seven MLS appearances while adding four chances created, six tackles and three clearances during that span.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martinez - Finds goal Martinez scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Martinez scored his first goal of the season Saturday after going five matches without a goal since returning from injury. He is still working back to full fitness, playing only the first half as NYCFC continues to manage his workload. Through those five appearances, he has logged just 192 minutes of play.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Tomas Romero - Concedes two in draw Romero had one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Romero entered for the injured Matt Freese on Saturday and conceded two goals while making one save in the draw against Orlando City. He had made just one league appearance prior to Saturday, recording four saves while allowing four goals. If Freese is unavailable Wednesday, Romero is the likely starter against Atlanta, a side that has scored nine goals over its last five matches.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC hosts Atlanta United in Eastern Conference play

New York City FC and Atlanta United square off in Eastern Conference play

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

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D.C. United seeks to break losing streak in matchup with New York City FC

Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon in his debut at the distance

Daniel Rios scores in stoppage time to rally Montreal to 1-1 draw with NYCFC

Bénie Traoré scores winner as NYCFC keeps playoff hopes alive with 2-1 victory over Atlanta United

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami tabbed to play Cincinnati in MLS Sprint Season opener on Feb. 19

New York City FC hosts Atlanta United in Eastern Conference play