Tag Archive | Sean Johnson

Tough way to start MLS season for New York City FC in 1-0 loss to Los Angeles

In addition to participating in the Concacaf Tournament, New York City FC will be defending their Major League Soccer crown as the regular season started for the boys in blue today in Los Angeles. NYCFC fought throughout the whole match, ultimately it was Javier Hernandez and the Los Angeles Galaxy that were able to earn […]

New York City FC announces Juneteenth Match Day Programming and Further Initiatives

New York City Football Club (NYCFC) remains focused on evolving the practices and structure to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Club and across the City. Last summer, NYCFC announced the Club’s Starting XI Commitments as a pledge to make lasting, tangible, and ongoing commitments to the Black Lives Matter movement and to foster […]

New York City FC Rebound in 2-1 victory over LAFC

New York City FC were looking to regain their winning ways and were able to do so with a 2-1 result over LAFC on Saturday. The boys in blue were able to see goals from Jesus Media and Ismael Tajouri-Shradi. Making his first start with the team was Malte Amundsen. It was an exciting match […]

New York City FC Wins first MLS Match Against FC Cincinnati

New York City FC started off the Major League Soccer season in fine fashion, as the Boys in Blue were able to record a 5-0 victory over FC Cincinnati at Yankee Stadium. One of the offensive leaders for NYCFC was Jesus Media who had two goals during the match. Gudomir Thorainsson and Taty Castellanos also […]

Sean Johnson Named New York City FC Captain

New York City FC is delighted to confirm the appointment of Sean Johnson as Club captain. The 31-year-old was acquired by the Club in 2017 and has since made 116 regular season appearances for NYCFC in MLS. “My first reaction honestly, I’m humbled and honored,” Johnson told the club’s official website. “It’s a feeling that’s hard […]

New York City FC and New York Liberty Partner to Launch 2021 POWER the Vote

New York City FC (NYCFC) and New York Liberty are proud to announce the launch of 2021 POWER the Vote a sports coalition that uses the power of sport to educate and create access to online tools to increase civic engagement. The coalition will help New Yorkers – and residents throughout the Tri-State Area – register to […]

New York City FC Acquires Up to $1.25M in General Allocation Money from Austin FC in Exchange for Alex Ring

New York City FC  announced that midfielder Alex Ring has been traded to expansion side Austin FC in exchange for up to $1.25M in General Allocation Money (GAM). The Club will receive a guaranteed amount of $750,000, with $500,000 in 2021 GAM and $250,000 in 2022 GAM, and an additional $500,000 if certain performance-based incentives are met. NYCFC Sporting Director, David Lee, said:  “Alex has been one of the most […]