Post Tagged with: "David Villa"

Nov 4, 2018; New York, NY, USA; New York City FC forward David Villa (7) attempts dribbles past Atlanta United defender Julian Gressel (24) during the second half at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Villa Run Concludes With NYCFC

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor David Villa has ended his successful run with NYCFC. The MLS football club released a statement Wednesday afternoon that became official and thanked the captain for his time and leadership that helped NYCFC reach the […]

by · November 28, 2018 · Sports
Oct 31, 2018; Bronx, NY, USA; New York City defender Alexander Callens (6) and defender Anton Tinnerholm (3) and midfielder Yangel Herrera (30) ceelbatrets after goal during the second half against the Philadelphia Union at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

NYCFC Advances To Semifinal Round

By Carlos DeJesus IV & Rich Mancuso NYCFC is headed to the MLS Eastern Conference Semifinals for the third straight year and got there with a 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Union Wednesday evening at Yankee Stadium in the knockout […]

by · November 1, 2018 · Sports
Oct 28, 2018; New York, NY, USA; Philadelphia Union forward Cory Burke (19) attempts a header defended by New York City defender Ben Sweat (2) during the first half at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

NYCFC Finale Leads To Playoff Momentum

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Of course this NYCFC team would prefer a bye in the first round of the MLS playoffs a position they were in two consecutive years. Instead they host a first round  knockout game at Yankee […]

by · October 29, 2018 · Sports
Sep 8, 2018; New York, NY, USA; New York City forward David Villa (7) reacts after colliding with with D.C. United defender Jalen Robinson (20) for a high ball during the first half at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

NYCFC Attempts to Churn Rhythm Into Goals

By Carlos DeJesus A contagion has struck the team of NYCFC and it is one that seems really difficult to shake. This disease has taken the form of an inability to close games and convert goals. After a 1-1 draw […]

by · September 9, 2018 · Sports
Aug 22, 2018; New York, NY, USA; New York City forward David Villa (7) scores a goal during second half against New York Red Bulls at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Hudson River Derby Draw For NYCFC

By Carlos IV De Jesus  NYCFC have had their shares of ups and downs however at Yankee stadium they almost seem unbeatable. The Red Bulls came  to Yankee Stadium Tuesday night with their usual flair and a point ahead in […]

by · August 23, 2018 · Sports
Jun 24, 2018; New York, NY, USA; New York City head coach Domenec Torrent looks on during the second half against Toronto FC at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

New Coach And A Win For NYCFC

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor  Look at this 2-1 win as one more step for NYCFC in their goal to the MLS championship. At Yankee Stadium Sunday afternoon, a win over defending MLS Cup Champion Toronto FC was more significant […]

by · June 25, 2018 · Sports
Jun 9, 2018; New York, NY, USA; New York City forward Jo Inge Berget (9) takes the ball downfield against Atlanta United midfielder Darlington Nagbe (6) during the second half at Yankee Stadium. The game ended in a 1-1 tie. Mandatory Credit: Chris Bergmann-USA TODAY Sports

NYCFC Midpoint Seeks Improvement

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Not the same inter borough rivalry across town with the Yankees and Mets but Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium NYCFC had their MLS Eastern division clash again with Atlanta United. Two teams near each other […]

by · June 9, 2018 · Sports
Villa Honored And Scored In NYCFC Home Win

Villa Honored And Scored In NYCFC Home Win

NYCFC Captain David Villa was recognized for his recent surpassing of 400 career goals for club and country with a pregame ceremony prior to kickoff with photo opportunities and special surprises. . Along with NYCFC President Jon Patricof, representatives from the […]

by · May 19, 2018 · Sports
New York City FC forward David Villa (7) shoots the ball as New York Red Bulls midfielder Salvatore Zizzo (15) defends during the first half at Yankee Stadium.
Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Hudson River Heavyweight Derby Goes to Villa and NYCFC

By Luis Vazquez This was a legitimate heavyweight encounter at Yankee Stadium Sunday afternoon. The Hudson River Derby has matured into a real rivalry where now the results between NYCFC and the New York Red Bulls are no longer a […]

by · August 7, 2017 · Sports
Minnesota United midfielder Jerome Thiesson (3) heads the ball away from New York City FC midfielder Jack Harrison (11) during the second half at Yankee Stadium. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Challenge Wins Building Character for NYCFC

By Rich Mancuso/Sports Editor Trap game? Not for NYCFC at Yankee Stadium Thursday night as they challenged Minnesota United FC.  And coming off wins over the rival Red Bulls and defending MLS Cup champion Seattle, a match against an expansion […]

by · June 30, 2017 · Sports
NEW YORK RED BULLS AND NYCFC RENEW HUDSON RIVER RIVALRY

NEW YORK RED BULLS AND NYCFC RENEW HUDSON RIVER RIVALRY

By Luis Vazquez Rivalries are fun. They can be dangerous as well. They are the life force of a sporting league. This week marks the annual MLS rivalry week. The New York Red Bulls and New York City Football Club’s […]

by · June 22, 2017 · Sports
Jun 17, 2017; Seattle Sounders midfielder Osvaldo Alonso (6) and New York City FC midfielder Yangel Herrera (30) slide across the field going after the ball during the second half at Yankee Stadium. Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

Fifty Goals for New York’s Finest: David Villa

By Lenny Ortiz The New York weather did its best Seattle weather impression as Saturday afternoon was a complete washout. However, the rainy weather would not slow down David Villa on his quest for his 50th MLS goal with a […]

by · June 18, 2017 · Sports
Jun 3, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York City FC defender Maxine Chanot (4) and Philadelphia Union forward C.J. Sapong (17) fight for a header during the first half at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

No-Quit in The New York FC

By Lenny Ortiz New York City FC played their third and final game of a demanding week Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium when the blistering hot Philadelphia Union came into the Bronx. The Union, winners in four of their last […]

by · June 4, 2017 · Sports
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NYCFC Plays to Draw — Again

  By Lenny Ortiz Coming off a horrific 3-1 loss in Atlanta, NYCFC looked to redeem themselves at home Wednesday night against an inconsistent New England Revolution side, but fell a bit short for their liking. A game of pure […]

by · June 3, 2017 · Sports
Villa And Company Lead NYCFC To Another Win In The Bronx

Villa And Company Lead NYCFC To Another Win In The Bronx

By Rich Mancuso/Sports Editor David Villa is getting the help from his NYCFC teammates and that is part of the reason this team continues to have an impact in their first first nine games. The reigning MVP of the MLS […]

by · May 8, 2017 · Sports