Alex Windley

Miami

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Player Ratings: Inter Miami Take on Orlando City for Rivalry Week

2 weeks ago | theheronsnest.substack.com | Alex Windley

photo credit: Inter Miami CFInter Miami’s regular-season woes continued with a 3-0 loss at home against Orlando City. What started as a positive match quickly turned into boredom, with the Herons unable to find the back of the net. Thanks for reading The Heron's Nest - by Alex Windley! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
Defensive collapse costs NYCFC in 4-3 defeat to Atlanta United

2 months ago | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 29, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York City forward Julián Fernández (11) and Atlanta United midfielder Bartosz Slisz (99) fight for the ball during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn ImagesNYCFC blew a 3-1 lead, falling disastrously in a 4-3 defeat to Atlanta United on the road. Before the match, manager Pascal Jansen stressed that his squad needed to remain consistent in every aspect of the game to climb the table.
NYCFC aims to build consistency, seek first road win of the season vs. Atlanta United

2 months ago | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 22, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; New York City midfielder Justin Haak (80) passes the ball during the second half against the Columbus Crew at Lower.com Field. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn ImagesNYCFC head coach Pascal Jansen hopes the team can maintain “consistency” as they take on Eastern Conference rivals Atlanta United on Saturday (7:30 PM EST). After a resilient 0-0 draw against the Columbus Crew the previous weekend, the Boys in Blue face another tough match-up in Atlanta.
NYCFC freezes out Columbus Crew in tough 0-0 draw

2 months ago | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 22, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; New York City goalkeeper Matt Freese (49) saves the ball during the first half against the Columbus Crew at Lower.com Field. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn ImagesNYCFC earned its second draw of the season with a hard-fought, defensively stable, 0-0 result against the Columbus Crew. The Boys in Blue have now managed a respectable record of two wins, two draws, and one loss through five games played this season.
NYCFC’s depth tested early in 2025 amid injuries, suspensions

2 months ago | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 15, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York City FC goalkeeper Matt Freese (49) directs his team during the second half against New England Revolution at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn ImagesNYCFC’s depth is already being tested in 2025, with early injuries and suspensions forcing the squad to remain tactically flexible.
NYCFC’s Justin Haak embraces bigger role ahead of clash vs. New England

2 months ago | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles FC midfielder Igor Jesus (6) and New York City FC midfielder Justin Haak (80) battle for the ball during the first half at BMO Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-Imagn ImagesNYCFC’s start to the 2025 MLS season has been a roller coaster.
NYCFC celebrates 10th anniversary with dramatic 2-1 victory over Orlando City

2 months ago | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 8, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York City FC midfielder Hannes Wolf (17) celebrates his goal with forward Julian Fernandez (11) during the second half against Orlando City at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn ImagesOn a chilly Saturday evening at Yankee Stadium, NYCFC capped off their 10th anniversary celebration with a 2-1 home-opener win over Orlando City.
NYCFC seek 1st win of season in 10th-anniversary showdown vs. Orlando City

Mar 8, 2025 | amny.com | Alex Windley

NYCFC enters the third match week of the 2025 MLS season in a celebratory mood. Though two less-than-favorable results against Inter Miami and LAFC have left the squad hungry for more, the club’s upcoming 10th-anniversary celebration this Saturday against Orlando City has sparked a sense of nostalgia and renewed hope. The club kicked off the milestone with events across New York City, beginning with a celebration at Lavan Midtown on March 2nd.
NYCFC looks to address midfield gaps before transfer deadline

Mar 5, 2025 | amny.com | Alex Windley

Mar 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York City FC midfielder Keaton Parks (55) moves the ball between Los Angeles FC midfielder Igor Jesus (6) and forward Jeremy Ebobisse (17) during the first half at BMO Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-Imagn ImagesJust two games into the 2025 Major League Soccer season, questions are already being raised about NYCFC’s lack of signings.
Early tough tests continue for NYCFC in trip to LAFC

Mar 1, 2025 | amny.com | Alex Windley

Feb 22, 2025; Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA; New York City FC forward Alonso Martinez (16) reacts after scoring a goal against Inter Miami CF during the first half at Chase Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesAfter opening the season with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Inter Miami, NYCFC will be back in action Saturday (10:30 PM EST), taking on 2022 MLS Cup Champions LAFC.