New York City FC Draws LAFC in Preseason Match

February 8, 2026 - New York City FC opened their 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational campaign with a 1-1 draw against LAFC. After spending the majority of the match in the attacking end and creating several opportunities to score, Midfielder Nico Fernández Mercau broke through in the second half to put the 'Boys in Blue' ahead. LAFC responded in the final moments, as Forward Denis Bouanga found the back of the net to level the match. WHAT'S NEXT New York City FC are set to play Sporting Kansas City on ... Full Story

LI Nets Pull Away from Boom for 110-94 Win at Place Bell

February 8, 2026 - LAVAL, QC - The Long Island Nets (12-8), the NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, defeated the Noblesville Boom (11-8), 110-94, in front of a sold out crowd of 6,720 fans on Sunday afternoon at Place Bell in Laval, Quebec. Long Island forward Nate Williams scored a game-high 24 points on 71.4 percent (10-for-14) shooting from the field to go with seven rebounds and two assists in 35 minutes. Long Island guard Malachi Smith added a double-double of 18 points and 10 assists with seven r... Full Story

New York City FC Announce 2026 City Celebration Series and Theme Nights

February 6, 2026 - New York City FC today revealed the 2026 City Celebration Series, a slate of games created to bring fans together to celebrate and spotlight the diversity of New York City and New Yorkers. Additionally, the Club has released details around the season's theme and promotional nights, featuring new and returning favorites throughout 2026. April 18: Rookie Night, presented by Rugs.com New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC - 7:30pm ET @ Citi Field April 22: College Night, presented by Capital... Full Story

New York City FC to Stream 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational Matches

February 5, 2026 - NEW YORK - New York City FC today announced its plans to stream the Club's upcoming matches at the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational. New York City FC's preseason, presented by Etihad Airways, continues in Indio, California, as the 'Boys in Blue' travel to California to take on Western Conference opponents in the Coachella Valley Invitational for a fourth consecutive year. In courtesy of Etihad Airways, fans will be able to watch the team live on newyorkcityfc.com, on the Club's YouTube ... Full Story

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