Back with a new episode - we talk about the preseason roster and define the “false 9” that has been used by NYCFC in its first two scrimmages - and was coaches by City head coach Dome Torrent during his time with Pep Guardiola. Also, a look around the league and the new coaches in MLS

Maxime Chanot signed a multi-year contract with NYCFC and the boys talk about how important that was for the club moving forward. What are the expectations of the remaining players to replace the scoring output of David Villa? The phenomenon in Atlanta where the Five Stripes won MLS Cup.

On this week’s episode, Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, John Rojas and Glenn Crooks analyze what went wrong as New York City FC failed to advanced past the Conference Semifinals for the third consecutive season. The guys also discuss the speculation surrounding the future of David Villa and the rest of the first team. And then everyone makes th ...…

New York City FC is down a road goal going into the second leg of the Eastern Conference semifinals. What were the problems in the 1-0 defeat at Yankee Stadium and how can they be corrected to allow City to advance to the Conference Finals? Join Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, John Rojas and Glenn Crooks for their outlook on Sunday’s match at M ...…

Join hosts Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, John Rojas and Glenn Crooks as they review New York City FC’s recent playoff win over Philadelphia and preview the next round of the MLS postseason against Atlanta.

New York City FC celebrated a strong performance to close out the regular season against the Philadelphia Union -- the same team it will face in the knockout round of the MLS playoffs Wednesday at Yankee Stadium. Join the hosts of the "Soccer in the City" podcast -- Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, Glenn Crooks and John Rojas -- for a lively dis ...…

Dome Torrent said he knows his preferred starting XI when New York City FC plays in the knock-out round of the MLS Playoffs. First, the Decision Day finale at home against the Philadelphia Union. The boys predict what that starting group will look like and why - and why was NYCFC asleep for the first 20 minutes of their 3-1 defeat at D.C. Unite ...…

In the latest edition of the "Soccer in the City" podcast, hosts Tom Kolker, John Rojas and Roberto Abramowitz preview the New York City FC vs. D.C. United matchup this Sunday. How big a game is it really for the Boys in Blue? They can lose in D.C. and still control their destiny in the race for third place in the East. The guys also weigh in o ...…

We take a close look at the USA-Colombia friendly and ponder whether it is an issue that the USMNT still does not have a permanent replacement for Bruce Arena; Columbus Crew SC coach Greg Berhalter is the likely successor - if so, shouldn’t he have been hired months ago?; Ben Sweat earns his first cap with USMNT; New York City signs three impor ...…

The boys discuss the most recent NYCFC matches and whether a three-week break is good for the final stretch of the season; Will DC United be City’s first round opponent and is that a good thing?; A close look at the race for the Suppoerters Shield and the playoff races; A tradition ends at LIU Brooklyn…

The boys reviewed the game in Montreal against the Impact. Look forward to the next weeks before the end of the Regular Season and what is the difference between getting to the Playoff in top form or on a wining streak. Plus, some opinions on the latest rumor regarding the National Team, Oscar Pareja as possible candidate for the position and s ...…

The boys look ahead to Saturday’s match in Montreal against the Impact. We’ll hear the opinions of how vital it is for New York City FC to be in top form heading into the playoffs. Also, the merits of Jonathan Lewis sent out on loan the success of Bronx born Chris Armas at New York Red Bulls and the San Jose Earthquakes are looking for a new coach.…

Today we talk about two dominant performances from New York City FC that resulted in only one point in the standings; Should Dome Torrent and NYCFC be more concerned about form or results heading into the playoffs; Wondering when will the U.S. Men’s National Team coach be named and evaluating the performance of the USMNT against Brazil.…

In the latest episode of 'Soccer In The City', Spanish NYCFC radio analyst Ariel Judas joins the guys replacing Glenn Crooks to talk about Wednesday’s epic 1-1 tie between New York City FC and the Red Bulls in the Hudson River Derby. Is the second half of the game, especially the last 25 minutes when NYCFC was playing down two men because of re ...…

The triumphant return of David Villa and the precise finishing of Ismael Tajouri-Shradi stand out in a win at Toronto FC. But still a lot defensive questions surround Domè Torrent’s team. The guys also preview NYCFC’s next match at Philadelphia on Saturday; Wayne Rooney’s sensational game-winning assist for DC United is getting national attenti ...…

Was the 2-2 tie the best match that New York City FC has played under Domè Torrent? The boys will have various opinions on that, plus the emergence of 19-year-old transfer Valentín Castellanos who started and scored after just three training sessions with the club. Also, a preview of the important road match at Toronto FC on Sunday.…

In the latest episode of the "Soccer in the City" podcast, the guys review the MLS All-Star Game and the league rules that prevent David Villa from playing this weekend for New York City FC. Also, a review of the recent road trip to Orlando City and Seattle, plus a preview of City’s match versus Vancouver on Saturday at Yankee Stadium.…

We return to discuss the Hudson River Derby, the dominant win over Montreal, the NYCFC Academy National Championship and the World Cup final.

This week, the boys discuss how New York City FC will handle game day in the event new coach Domenec Torrent does not obtain his visa and the World Cup has offered some surprises and great stories.

The legacy of Patrick Vieira and the arrival of Pep Guardiola’s “right hand man” Domenec Torrent at New York City FC; The 2026 will be in the United States, Mexico and Canada - with the final at Met Life Stadium in the great state of New Jersey; The 2018 World Cup starts tomorrow and the boys will talk about their favorites.…

The boys address the recurring rumors that Patrick Vieira will leave New York City FC for Nice of Ligue 1; Another U.S. Open Cup loss to the New York Red Bulls; Vieira says it is very important for the club to establish a USL team; A look ahead to the home match against Atlanta United on Saturday.

Today we take a close look at the reasons for NYCFC's second-half collapse at Houston; Orlando City comes in to Yankee Stadium winless in their last three matches; the USMNT unveiled six newcomers against Bolivia; and VAR discussion has returned!

In the latest episode of the "Soccer in the City" podcast, YES Network play-by play man Joe Tolleson joins the boys. There was a lot of discussion about the Patrick Vieira stories out of France after NYCFC's dominant 4-0 win over Colorado. Also, the guys preview Friday’s match at Houston and give their thoughts about the U.S. men's national tea ...…

NYCFC has a good reaction to derby loss in well earned 2-2 draw at LAFC; The club welcomed Ismael Tajouri-Shradi back to the squad to score the late equalizer off the bench - will he start versus Colorado on Saturday?; 21 MLS Players selected to preliminary or final rosters for World Cup including Ronald Matarrita and Rodney Wallace for Costa Rica.…

The boys give their take on Saturday's big Hudson River Derby loss; A look ahead to NYCFC’s match at the exciting expansion side, LAFC; Wayne Rooney in MLS? The boys say in unison, “we hope not!"

New York City FC still has not lost back-to-back games since April 2016 after knocking off previously unbeaten FC Dallas. The guys take a look ahead at the Hudson River Derby, in which the NY Red Bulls host NYCFC, and discuss why the Boys in Blue have turned the series in their favor. Also, LAFC wins in dramatic fashion at the unveiling of its ...…

The boys look back at NYCFC's Portland loss and the tactics utilized with success by the Timbers; Patrick Vieira says, “he’s ready.”; The unveiling of a new training facility in Orangeburg; A stadium update (but nothing really new); Tommy Mac has positive answers about his playing time; Toronto FC suffers loss in PK’s at Concacaf Champions Leag ...…

We talk about the 2-2 result in Atlanta in front of the raucous and ardent supporters at Mercedes-Benz Stadium; The impact of having Alex Ring back in the starting XI and David Villa off the bench earlier than expected; There is a rendering of a potential NYCFC soccer-specific stadium at Harlem River Yards - is it legit?; VAR news at the World ...…

After New York City FC routed Real Salt Lake, 4-0 on Wednesday night, we take a close look at the reasons for NYCFC’s dominance and their early-season success. We also preview NYCFC at Atlanta on Sunday -- the top two teams in MLS squaring off. Roberto leads the discussion of the CONCACAF Champions League -- he was at Red Bull Arena, where the ...…

David Villa has missed the last three matches, yet New York City FC is undefeated through five games to open the MLS season. In the latest episode of the "Soccer in the City" podcast, Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, Glenn Crooks and John Rojas review NYCFC's second win on the road, at San Jose, and the spectacular tying goal by Anton Tinnerholm ...…

In the latest episode of the "Soccer in the City" podcast, hosts Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, Glenn Crooks and John Rojas review New York City FC's 2-2 draw at New England and give their thoughts on the players filling in for David Villa, Alex Ring and Rodney Wallace. NYCFC will be on the road again this weekend in San Jose. Plus a new MLS r ...…

We look at how New York City FC won their game against Orlando City without their captain, David Villa; Also, the merits of Ben Sweat getting a call into the USMNT sometime in the future; We delve into the specifics of why left-footed players have the edge over right-footers.

New York City FC is still unbeaten in home openers after defeating the L.A. Galaxy on Sunday, 2-1. "Soccer in the City" hosts Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, Glenn Crooks and John Rojas review that result and how the fullbacks have emerged in coach Patrick Vieira’s system. Also, the guys preview of the Orlando City SC match on Saturday and disc ...…

New York City FC with a huge win on opening day at Sporting KC and there were newcomers who played a vital role in the result. Alex Ring will give his post-game thoughts on two of them; NYCFC prepares for their home opener on Sunday when they welcome the L.A. Galaxy and we take a close look at the matchup; the NY Red Bulls make history in the C ...…

Ebenezer Ofori was acquired Wednesday by New York City FC and the boys talk about how he might fit into the midfield - after not having played a competitive match since September of 2017; We also make our starting XI predictions for opening day and offer our opinion about which of the newcomers (not including Jesus Medina) will provide the bigg ...…

Glenn, Roberto and John preview New York City FC’s preseason match Tuesday night in Mexico against second division side, Atlético de San Luis. John was in Los Angeles for the games against LAFC and the L.A. Galaxy and he shares his experiences there. Glenn covered the U.S. Soccer presidential election in Orlando, and the boys all chime in on th ...…

With the US Soccer Presidential election set for Saturday, the boys talk about Sunil Gulati’s recent comments about the tone of the campaigns and an Instagram posted by Eric Wynalda supporter, Jermaine Jones; There were two more arrivals into NYCFC pre-season camp ahead of future exhibitions against LA Galaxy and LAFC; The potential arrival of ...…

Our lead item, a twist in the transfer of Jack Harrison to England; We update the new arrivals at NYCFC pre-season; Considering the current roster, will Patrick Vieira consider a change in system this season; Beckham and Miami now in MLS and other league notes; US Soccer not the only Federation with a crazy presidential race.…

Claudio Reyna explains why NYCFC took a goalkeeper in the first round of the MLS SuperDraft and why the draft remains an important part of first-team rosters. Preseason is underway, and we look at the most recent acquisitions and what their immediate impact might be, if Jack Harrison is destined for Stoke City in the English Premeir League and ...…

In the latest episode of the “Soccer in the City” podcast, hosts Tom Kolker, Roberto Abramowitz, Glenn Crooks and John Rojas take a close look at the most recent NYCFC signees and speculate whether a striker may be added through the MLS SuperDraft. Also, what will Landon Donovan contribute to Liga MX, all but one US Soccer presidential candidat ...…

The boys are back with a close look at the versatile Young Designated Player signed by NYCFC over the holidays, Jesus Medina, plus other player needs before the start of the season. Also, the MLS not a “retirement league” anymore. And across the river, will Sacha Kljesten and Kemar Lawrence be gone from the Red Bulls?…

NYCFC’s first ever draft choice, Khiry Shelton, is traded to Sporting KC in exchange for their 2016 Defender of the Year, Saad Abdul-Salaam; the top defender in the Swedish first division, Anton Tinnerholm signs on a free transfer from Malmo FF; Patrick Vieira visits Napoli and suggests that he would like to coach in Italy one day; Hope Solo is ...…

On the latest edition of the "Soccer in the City" podcast, Glenn Crooks and Roberto Abramowitz discuss the wide-open race for US Soccer president, NYCFC's pursuit of a new stadium at Belmont Park, and Saturday's MLS Cup final between Seattle and Toronto.

In this episode of #SoccerInTheCity, Glenn Crooks, John Rojas and Roberto Abramowitz break down the MLS Conference Finals and set-up MLS Cup as the Seattle Sounders and Toronto FC meet again. Also, they take a look at the list of players New York City FC has dropped and are surprised by some of the players who were let go. With the World Cup Dr ...…

We review the first leg of the MLS Conference Finals ; Michael Bradley apparently not supporting #SaveTheCrew but will Austin be a good MLS city? The TV overlap and missing Svensson’s goal.

We take a close look at the Expansion Draft and predict which players NYCFC will protect; Patrick Vieira loves Yaya Toure but he will not be heading to NYCFC for pre-season; The USMNT and Bruce Arena in studio for FS1 with some odd commentary; How the youngsters performed against Portugal.

NYCFC eliminated from playoffs - what’s next? ; A look back at how close City came in the second leg vs. Columbus Crew SC; How the MLS semi-finals shape up; Referees constantly surrounded - what to do?

A Decision Day rematch for NYCFC in the MLS Cup Playoffs; A look back at the knockout round playoff games including the Red Bulls rout over the Chicago Fire; Will the playoff format change in ’18?; New York native Mike Petke sings 3-year contract with the Colorado Rapids.

Claudio Reyna has harsh words for American soccer. Jack Harrison had his red card rescinded, but where was the VAR? And previewing Decision Day in MLS.

The guys discuss the U.S. men's national team failing to qualify for the World Cup, NYCFC and more.