Tayvon Gray - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back for 2026 Gray will remain with NYCFC after his option was exercised for the 2026 season.

Impact Gray will return for his seventh season in NYC after a solid 2025 campaign. He experienced a significant role change, transitioning from a wing-back to a true right-back, resulting in no goals or assists. Nevertheless, his defensive statistics improved, recording 68 clearances and 59 tackles, while also contributing to six clean sheets and 10 blocks across 31 appearances (27 starts). Given his fitness and experience, the 23-year-old defender will remain a key player heading into the 2026 season.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances Gray had one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Gray has been getting consistent playing time at defense over the last eight matches, starting in all those games while collecting 28 clearances, 19 tackles and keeping a clean sheet in that span.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Nashville Gray (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's clash with Nashville.

Impact Gray will return to a right-back spot after being questionable due to injury. He has been involved mostly in defensive tasks this season, averaging 1.7 clearances and 1.6 tackles per game in league play. His presence from kickoff will leave Mitja Ilenic in a substitute role.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Gray (undisclosed) was forced off in Tuesday's 2-1 loss against Toluca in the Leagues Cup due to an apparent injury following a heavy challenge, according to Mark Radigan of Hudson...

Impact Gray suffered a heavy challenge in Tuesday's Leagues Cup game against Toluca and was forced off in the 31st minute as he couldn't continue. The defender will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue, but if he has to miss time, his absence would force a change in the starting XI, with Strahinja Tanasijevic likely stepping in for him in the backline of NYCFC.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two crosses Gray registered two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Gray returned from his suspension, playing 75 minutes while making two crosses and one interception against Charlotte. He has struggled offensively this season, failing to make an assist after seven in 28 appearances during the 2024 campaign.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Gray is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Gray has cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation, with the defender set to return in their next contest. That said, Gray seems to have lost his starting spot in the backline of NYCFC after starting the last two games on the bench and not coming off the bench, so his return will therefore not impact the starting XI.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Heading for suspension Gray recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to CF Montreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Gray will miss the clash with Toronto on Thursday after picking up his fifth yellow card in a row. He's been a bench option the last two games after previously starting the last eight games. Mitja Ilenic will return to the starting XI at right back in his absence.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Sunday Gray recorded five crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Gray had an excellent match Sunday, highlighted by his second straight clean sheet. He won five duels and made two clearances on that end of the pitch to keep Cincinnati out of the back of the net. He also played very well on the attack as he created three chances and recorded five crosses, both of which set season highs. He played the full 90 minutes for the second consecutive match, this time playing in central defense for the first time this season.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Minnesota match Gray (leg) is a substitute option in Sunday's clash with Minnesota United.

Impact Gray could see minutes for the second time this year following a four-week absence. In that case, he'll provide backup to Mitja Ilenic on the right flank of a four-man defense. Gray previously averaged 1.9 crosses, 1.5 tackles and 1.4 interceptions per game over the 2024 season.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Wolf and New York City FC host Minnesota United

Hannes Wolf leads New York City FC into a matchup with Minnesota United after a two-goal performance against Atlanta United

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Atlanta United plays New York City FC in conference action

Atlanta United plays New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Plays one half in MLS NEXT PRO Gray (leg) played one half in Monday's MLS NEXT Pro 2-1 victory over Carolina Core to build his fitness as part of his recovery process from his injury.

Impact Gray has been working hard on his recovery after suffering a setback to his leg injury just eight minutes into his first start of the season against LAFC on March. 2. He is nearing a return after playing one half with the second team Monday to build his fitness. Saturday's clash against Atlanta might come too soon but he could be back for the game against Minnesota on April. 6.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Timeline uncertain Gray (leg) is still out for NYCFC without a timeline of return, according to manager Pascal Jansen. ""He's unavailable for Saturday and we're not quite sure when he'll be back."

Impact Gray is still dealing with a lingering leg injury that is expected to keep him out for the time being. This will open more playing time for Mitja Ilenic at right back for NYCFC.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Likely reinsured leg Gray was subbed off due to injury in the 8th minute of Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Gray only lasted eight minutes in his 2025 MLS debut after coming off in what appears to be a reinjury to his leg. This will mean that Mitj Ilenic will get the start at right back again for the home opener against Orlando, if the defender has to miss more time.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Lloris, Hollingshead's late goal help LAFC beat New York City FC 1-0

Ryan Hollingshead scored a goal in the 86th minute to help Los Angeles FC beat New York City FC 1-0

MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Starts Saturday Gray (leg) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's matchup against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Gray returned to contention after being sidelined since November. He's a right-back with decent attacking upside considering he recorded one goal plus seven assists throughout 28 appearances (20 starts) last season. His comeback will also push Mitja Ilenic back to a bench role.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available against LAFC Gray (leg) is fully fit and available for Saturday's trip to LAFC, according to manager Pascal Jansen.

Impact Gray started training after Saturday's trip to Miami and is now fit and available once more. The defender was deemed fully fit and has the chance to compete in the starting XI for Saturday's clash. Gray was a major part of the starting XI when fit in 2024, with his ability to fill in anywhere in the backline, though he's most at home at right-back.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Gray (leg) is out for Saturday's trip to Miami, according to manager Pascal Jansen.

Impact Gray won't be an option for the season-opener after suffering a leg injury in the final pre-season friendly. The defender is thought to have only suffered a light injury and could be back as soon as a March 1 trip to LAFC.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Injured during pre-season friendly Gray (leg) suffered an injury after limping off the field in their final pre-season friendly, according to Andrew Leigh of the Hudson River Blue.

Impact Gray looks to be a late call for Saturday's contest, with the defender being the latest player to hit the injury list after suffering a leg injury. This could be a brutal loss for the club, as they could be without their starting full-backs, with Kevin O'Toole dealing with an undisclosed injury as well. He will hope to be fit after possibly facing a fitness test ahead of the contest, with Mitja Ilenic as a likely replacement if fit.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Gray has served his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati.

Impact Gray will be available for the must-win match against Cincinnati after picking up a red card during game one. He will also likely return to the lineup after scoring a goal with two assists in the last 10 matches played, totaling 18 clearances and 15 tackles in that span.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Monday Gray was sent off in extra time of Monday's 1-0 loss to Cincinnati.

Impact Gray will have to sit out the club's second playoff match of the campaign, as he has been handed a red card and a one-match ban. He is a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Mitja Ilenic as his likely replacement. He will next be available for the third match of their opening round series on Nov. 9, if the series makes it to three games.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists Gray scored a goal with his lone shot and had an assist while crossing twice (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 5-1 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Gray set up Andres Perea in the 30th minute before scoring himself in the 67th to play a role in two of City's five goals and tying for the team-high with two chances created. The goal and assist were each the first of September for Gray who has combined for three chances created and six crosses over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in defeat Gray assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 loss against Columbus Crew.

Impact With the assist Saturday, Gray has surpassed his career high assists total by triple with six on the season. He's produce four assists in the last six games, starting five of those while logging in 14 crosses and 15 tackles.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from injury Gray (leg) had one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Gray only missed the last two matches after dealing with a leg injury, coming on during extra time Saturday. His form prior to getting hurt was upstanding, assisting five times in the last nine matches, eight of them coming as starts. The defender is set to return to the starting 11 for the Leagues Cup tournament, as long as he can stay healthy for the team.

JULY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off field Gray notched one assist on one chance created before he was taken off the field in the 13th minute of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Austin due to an apparent injury, according to Matthew...

Impact Gray had an extremely short appearance Saturday, as he would assist on a goal in the fifth minute before leaving the field just eight minutes later due to injury. This is a tough development for the defender, as he is a regular starter, only missing one start in their past nine games. However, his injury is still labeled as undisclosed, so we will have to wait on further development before knowing if he is facing a long-term absence.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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