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The Prodigal Winger returned to New York City FC at the start of preseason and took the #11 kit, but Talles Magno was absent from the lineup on Sunday, and hasn't been seen in training

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Where's Talles Magno?
The Prodigal Winger returned to New York City FC at the start of the year and took the #11 kit, but Talles Magno was absent from the lineup on Sunday, and hasn't been seen in training.
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v1.116 is rolling out now!

For all the overthinkers and perfectionists out there, we're launching Drafts.
February 9, 2026 at 8:21 PM
The Prodigal Winger returned to New York City FC at the start of preseason and took the #11 kit, but Talles Magno was absent from the lineup on Sunday, and hasn't been seen in training

More here ⬇️
Where's Talles Magno?
The Prodigal Winger returned to New York City FC at the start of the year and took the #11 kit, but Talles Magno was absent from the lineup on Sunday, and hasn't been seen in training.
www.hudsonriverblue.com
February 9, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Bluesky Map: We're in the heart of the American Soccer Community, which is about the same size as the UK Children's Publishing Community

And the Seattle Sounders Supporters are a nebula to themselves outside of the American Soccer system
February 9, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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Apparently we don’t claim Sounders fans
February 9, 2026 at 1:37 PM
A New York City FC missing key players (and, ahem, a striker) played to a 1-1 draw under the bright, clear desert skies in their opening game at the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational

Here are 5 thoughts about the first televised friendly of the year ⬇️
New York City FC 1-1 LAFC: 5 Thoughts
A New York City FC missing key players (and, ahem, a striker) played to a 1-1 draw under the bright, clear desert skies in their opening game at the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational.
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February 8, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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If you squint hard you can see where Sylla would be in this lineup.
February 8, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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for the first time since before last all star break, Keaton Parks plays televised soccer today
a white door is open in a hallway with a light on it .
ALT: a white door is open in a hallway with a light on it .
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February 8, 2026 at 6:50 PM
#NYCFC v #LAFC Starting XI:

Cavallo, Freese, Gray, Keaton, Moralez, Nico, Ojeda, O’Toole, Raul Gustavo, Thiago Martins, Wolf
February 8, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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The back-drop never disappoints.

In Indio, CA at the Coachella Invitational.

13 MLS clubs & a goal of 26 one-on-one conversations for SiriusXM FC

St Louis City (Damet, Burki) & LAFC (dos Santos, Delgado) in the books.

And live commentary on NYCFC-LAFC later at 3p ET/12p PT
February 8, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Liverpool penalized by the red card. Man City penalized by the cancelled goal 🫠

Everyone loses. Thanks, VAR 🙃
February 8, 2026 at 6:34 PM
#NYCFC vs #LAFC | 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational livestream here ⬇️
www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFZR...
2026 Coachella Valley Invitational | New York City FC vs. LAFC
YouTube video by New York City FC
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February 8, 2026 at 6:27 PM
In more #NYCFC alumni news, Jovan Mijatović
came on as a late sub for Eintracht Braunschweig, took one shot that (checks notes) he launched from the midfield line and almost hit the corner flag
February 7, 2026 at 7:33 PM
The Cosmos introduced a Pick a Plan ticketing package that starts at $50.03 for four games, three of your choosing plus the home opener vs Portland Hearts of Pine on March 7

@battista.bsky.social has the story here ⬇️
Cosmos mini-ticket plans start at $50 for four games
Pick a Plan ticket packages from the Cosmos start at $16.68 per ticket, and include the home opener vs Portland Hearts of Pine on March 7 for free: Here are the matchups we'd see.
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February 7, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Does this shin pad do anything at all?
February 7, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Taty 💙
February 7, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Taty Castellanos with his first EPL goal, a 26’ header to give West Ham a 2-0 lead vs Burnley on the road
February 7, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Per Hudson River Hive on IG.

The New York Cosmos are hosting a preseason friendly on Saturday, Feb. 28, at Hinchliffe Stadium for supporters only. No opponent named.

"Download the Chant app, Register for free, and Join The 5 Points."

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#NYCosmos #USL
February 7, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Moussa Sylla came on as a sub for Schalke in the 71st minute in their match today vs Dynamo Dresden, for what that’s worth…
February 7, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Talles Magno at the No 9? Kevin O'Toole in midfield? Here are the New York City FC players to watch at the 2026 Coachella Invitational ⬇️
2026 Coachella Invitational preview
Talles Magno at the No 9? Kevin O'Toole in midfield? Here are the New York City FC players to watch at the 2026 Coachella Invitational.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:37 PM
Jesús Medina making a move to Liga MX and Atlético San Luis, from Damac in Saudi Arabia. Maybe see him in Leagues Cup?
Paraguayo Jesús Medina reforzará al Atlético de San Luis
Después de jugar para el Damac de Arabia Saudita, Jesús Medina será jugador del Atlético de San Luis.
www.am.com.mx
February 5, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Pleased to announce our new partnership with Sofascore

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Hudson River Blue partners with Sofascore
We will now feature custom statistical analysis and visualization from Sofascore, the sports data website and app powered by Opta.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:39 PM
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Pep Guardiola also spoke about people killed by ICE in the US. "Look what happened in the United States of America. With Renee Good and Alex Pretti. They have been killed, one a nurse, with five or six people around him, go on the grass, 10 shots. Tell me how you can defend that?"
Guardiola has spoken up again, mentioning Palestine, Ukraine, and ICE shootings. He also raises the topic of Sudan which has links to his employers. He'll get accused of hypocrisy, but it's important he raises it at all and better that he does. I wrote about this here in a recent Morning Star column
Pep Guardiola reminds football to stand up for Palestine
FROM the touchline of the City of Manchester Stadium to the stage of the Palau Sant Jordi arena in Barcelona, it was a busy week for Pep Guardiola.The Manchester City manager was appearing at the even...
morningstaronline.co.uk
February 4, 2026 at 10:57 AM
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Tommy Mac and Vuk?!! Sign me up!!!
February 4, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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For The IX Soccer, @catabush.com wrote about the importance of access to analytics and why FBref losing Opta data is a huge blow for women's soccer coverage.
Loss of FBref advanced stats is disaster for women’s soccer data - The IX Sports
After Opta forced FBref to pull certain statistics, the disparity between men’s and women’s soccer coverage has become more pronounced.
www.theixsports.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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Huuuuge HRB Podcast this week to break down the Moussa Sylla transfer saga

Listen along for how things broke down between NYCFC and Schalke, and where NYCFC go from here in their search for a new number nine

Listen anywhere you get your podcasts
February 4, 2026 at 2:50 PM