Major League Soccer Regular Season - 11
New York City FC 0 - 2 FT DC United
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
K. Kurokawa 26'
L. Munteanu 29'
36' ↓ A. O'Neill ↑A. Perea
S. Hefti 45'+3
HT
↓ J. Stroud ↑A. Herrera 60'
↓ J. Hopkins ↑N. Markovic 60'
63' ↓ S. Tanasijevic ↑K. Parks
63' ↓ M. Jones ↑H. Wolf
Peglow 70'
L. Munteanu 75'
↓ L. Munteanu ↑J. Murrell 78'
80' N. Mercau
81' ↓ Raul Gustavo ↑J. Shore
81' ↓ A. Ojeda ↑S. Reid
↓ Peglow ↑C. Antley 89'
J. Murrell 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
New York City FC
Goalkeepers
Matthew Freese 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Strahinja Tanasijević
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Thiago Martins 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
82%
Duel Win %
Raul Gustavo 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Nico Cavallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Kai Trewin 
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
80
Passes
7
Duels
Aiden O'Neill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
36
Entry
Agustin Ojeda
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Maxi Moralez 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Malachi Jones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Forwards
Nicolás Fernández
MAGNET
67
Activity
67
Activity
51
Passes
16
Duels
BENCH
Tomás Romero 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Andrés Perea
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Keaton Parks 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.7
Rating
Máximo Carrizo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonathan Shore
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hannes Wolf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arnau Farnos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seymour Garfield-Reid
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
DC United
Goalkeepers
Sean Johnson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Silvan Hefti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Bartlett
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kye Rowles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keisuke Kurokawa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Jared Stroud
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Matti Peltola
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Brandon Servania
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Peglow
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Jackson Hopkins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Louis Munteanu 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
Jordan Farr
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alex Bono
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Aaron Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nikola Markovic
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Conner Antley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caden Clark
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hosei Kijima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gavin Turner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jacob Murrell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/30/2025 | New York City FC | 1 - 2 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
| 05/14/2025 | DC United | 0 - 0 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 09/14/2024 | DC United | 1 - 1 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 04/20/2024 | New York City FC | 2 - 0 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 10/07/2023 | DC United | 2 - 0 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 03/18/2023 | New York City FC | 3 - 2 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
| 09/01/2022 | New York City FC | 1 - 2 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Red Bull Arena |
| 05/18/2022 | DC United | 0 - 2 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Audi Field |
| 10/23/2021 | New York City FC | 6 - 0 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
| 06/27/2021 | New York City FC | 2 - 1 | DC United | Major League Soccer | Red Bull Arena |
08/30/2025
05/14/2025
09/14/2024
04/20/2024
10/07/2023
03/18/2023
09/01/2022
05/18/2022
10/23/2021
06/27/2021
New York City FC Win
DC United Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 9 GD: +8
P: 9 GD: +3
P: 10 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 10 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 9 GD: -9
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +1
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +15
P: 10 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 10 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 11 GD: -11
P: 11 GD: -6
P: 11 GD: -16
P: 10 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Masterclass in Clinical Counter-Attacking Silences Citi Field
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 54/100. Our verdict is clear: hollow possession means nothing against ruthless efficiency, as this tactical smash-and-grab perfectly proved.
Early Possession vs. Counter-Attacking Threat
Citi Field witnessed a bizarre clash of styles right from the opening whistle. The hosts, New York City FC, dominated possession, hoarding 73% of the ball in a desperate bid to dictate the tempo. Yet, for all their neat passing and territorial control, they severely lacked a cutting edge in the final third. On the other side, DC United embraced a purely reactive approach. Sitting deep and absorbing pressure, the visitors turned the game into a track meet whenever they won back possession. The Stakes were massive for the home side, who were desperately trying to snap a miserable streak of recent results, but they continually ran into a black-and-red wall. Despite New York's endless passing loops, the true Intensity of the match came from DC's blistering counter-attacks, setting the stage for a classic tactical heist in Queens.
Munteanu's Breakthrough and Goalkeeping Heroics
The tactical stalemate finally shattered in the 29th minute when L. Munteanu finished off a ruthless attacking transition. Suddenly, the script flipped completely, and the visitors began unleashing a barrage of 19 total shots throughout the night. Between the sticks, Matthew Freese fought a lonely battle, pulling off five crucial saves to keep the deficit manageable. Meanwhile, Nicolás Fernández worked tirelessly to spark a comeback, driving the play forward and proving to be the sole creative engine for the trailing hosts. The Balance of power never truly shifted back to New York, even with their numbers pushed high up the pitch. The killing blow finally arrived in the 75th minute. After earning a penalty, Munteanu stepped up with ice in his veins, converting from the spot to secure his brace and effectively end the contest.
A Frustrating Finish for the Hosts
As the final minutes ticked down, the reality of this massive Upset settled over the home crowd. Despite attempting over 600 passes, the home attack registered just four shots on target, which were easily handled by visiting goalkeeper Sean Johnson. His four saves ensured a crucial clean sheet and capped off a brilliant away performance. This result sends shockwaves through the league table; DC United solidifies their spot near the summit in third place, proving they can win ugly on the road. Conversely, New York City FC finds themselves languishing in 14th place, their season slipping further into the abyss with a bleak sequence of defeats. They had all the ball but absolutely none of the bite, leaving their manager with a mountain to climb to rescue this fading campaign.
Key Questions
What made Nicolás Fernández the Man of the Match?
Despite the loss, Fernández relentlessly drove the attack, acting as the primary creative force and lone spark for an otherwise stagnant New York City FC offense.
What does this mean for New York City FC's season?
It leaves them marooned in 14th place with a dismal run of form, intensifying the immense pressure to find an offensive solution quickly.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A High-Scoring Mid-Table Tussle
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. Tied on points and desperate to snap out of their respective slumps, this Eastern Conference clash guarantees attacking intent as both sides search for a spark.
The Setup
With both clubs stalled on 12 points this season, a modest Stakes rating reflects the early nature of this regular season fixture, but the competitive Balance is excellent. New York City FC are suffering through a dismal run of Form, failing to win in their last five outings and struggling to capitalize at Yankee Stadium. However, their matches have been absolute goal-fests, averaging over four combined goals per game. DC United are also stumbling, arriving with back-to-back losses and an equally uninspiring winless streak. The vulnerabilities at the back for both sides should make for an incredibly open 90 minutes.
Key Battle
Strong Stars ratings on both sides highlight the offensive quality on display. Nicolás Fernández has been the undisputed focal point for the home team, consistently finding the back of the net. He will be matching wits against DC United's Tai Baribo, who brings his own red-hot finishing touch to the visiting frontline. The team whose striker finds space first will likely dictate the tempo.
Our Prediction
Despite their recent missteps, the hosts enter as clear favorites. We expect a high-scoring home victory, potentially 3-1, as New York City FC's overwhelming attacking volume finally overwhelms a fragile DC United defense.