NYCFC beats Comunicaciones 3-1 in Champions League quarters
Maxi Moralez scored the go-ahead goal and New York City FC beat Comunicaciones 3-1 in the first leg of a CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinalMARCH 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
MAXI MORALEZ #10 - MIDFIELDER - NEW YORK CITY FC
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Excellent in draw Moralez created four chances and sent in 12 crosses (seven accurate) during Saturday's scoreless draw with Vancouver.
Impact Moralez was absolutely excellent offensively getting forward at every opportunity and making the most of his chances. The veteran midfielder is showing no signs of slowing down and is one of the best in MLS. Moralez will hope to keep this form going against Montreal on Saturday.
MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Creates three chances in loss Moralez took a shot and created three chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against the Galaxy.
Impact Moralez was up to his usual tricks on Sunday as he was a constant threat to Los Angeles with his passing. His side dropped the game however, and he will want to bounce back next weekend against the Whitecaps, which conceded four goals to Columbus on Saturday.
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
NYCFC, New England appear to be class of Eastern Conference
New York City FC begins the Major League Soccer season as the defending MLS Cup champions and one of the favorites in the Eastern ConferenceFEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NYCFC re-sign midfielder Maxi Moralez for 2022 MLS season ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed New York City FC have re-signed attacking midfielder Maxi Moralez through the 2022 season with an option...
JANUARY 1, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Records assist in MLS Final Moralez took two shots on target and assisted a goal in Saturday's 1-1 (4-2 after penalties) victory against Portland in the MLS Cup Final. He also made an interception, and he cre...
Impact Moralez set up Valentin Castellanos' opening goal on Saturday from a free kick, and he converted his penalty in the shootout as NYCFC won its first ever MLS Cup. The 34-year-old tallied four goals and 13 assists in 34 appearances (31 starts) this season, but he has a decision to make about his future as his contract expires at the end of the calendar year.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
2021 MLS Cup top plays: NYCFC defeats Timbers in shootout for first Cup title
The New York City FC defeated the Portland Timbers in the 2021 MLS Cup in penalty kicks. Check out the top plays from the match!DECEMBER 11, 2021
NYCFC wins MLS Cup, beating Portland Timbers in shootout
Alex Callens converted his penalty and New York City FC won its first MLS Cup title on a shootout after a 1-1 draw with the Portland Timbers on SaturdayDECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Timbers set to host NYCFC in MLS Cup final
The Portland Timbers host NYCFC on Saturday in the MLS Cup finalDECEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores goal against Philadelphia Moralez scored a goal and created a chance in Sunday's 2-1 victory against the Union in the Eastern Conference Final.
Impact Moralez scored a crucial equalizer just a few minutes after his opponents had briefly taken the lead in Sunday's Eastern Conference Championship. It was the 34-year-old's fourth goal of the season, and he's now through to his first ever MLS Cup Final next weekend against Portland, which have conceded just one goal in these playoffs so far.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Maxi Moralez: NYCFC chasing "history" during Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs ' MLSSoccer.com New York City FC have qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs every year since 2016, usually struggling to find second gear.
DECEMBER 4, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
NYC reaches Eastern Conference final after penalty shootout
Sean Johnson saved Adam Buksa’s attempt during a penalty shootout and all five of Johnson’s teammates scored as New York City FC advanced to its first Eastern Conference final foll...DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records assist against Atlanta Moralez took three shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Sunday's 2-0 Round One victory against Atlanta United. He also made an interception and won one of two tackles in th...
Impact Moralez set up Valentin Castellanos' opener on Sunday with a cross, and he has an assist in each of his last three games for NYCFC. His side advances to the Eastern Conference semifinals, where he will face the Supporters' Shield winners the Revolution.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Castellanos, Callens lift NYC FC past Atlanta United, 2-0
Golden Boot winner Valentín Castellanos and Alexander Callens scored less than four minutes apart early in the second half and New York City FC beat Atlanta United 2-0 on Sunday in...NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Assists against Philadelphia Moralez assisted one goal from four chances created, sent in seven crosses (five accurate), made five tackles (one won), one interception and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw to...
Impact Moralez assisted Valentin Castellanos' goal in the 53rd minute to give them one point at home playing down one man since the first half. That was his 11th assist in the season. He will now look to get on the scoresheet again versus Atlanta on Nov 21 in quarterfinals play.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
NYCFC ties Union 1-1, secures No. 4 seed in playoffs
Valentín “Taty” Castellanos scored his 19th goal of the season to give short-handed New York City FC a 1-1 tie with the Philadelphia Union on SundayNOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records assist against Miami Moralez recorded an assist on the only chance he created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Inter Miami CF.
Impact Moralez made a run down the field on a counter attack and slipped a through ball across to Valentin Castellanos who deposited the shot into the net for a 2-1 lead in the 60th minute. He also took one corner, made an interception, drew three fouls and committed four fouls, which was the most he's committed in a match this season. Moralez now has three goals and 10 assists through 29 appearances this season. New York City FC will play its regular season finale against Philadelphia at home Sunday.
NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Creates six chances in win Moralez took four shots (one on target) and created six chances in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Chicago. He also made an interception and won one of two tackles in the match.
Impact Moralez was very dangerous in attack on Wednesday, and can count himself unlucky not to have been involved in some sort of goal against the Fire. He will want to have a similar performance Saturday against Inter Miami, which have conceded 50 times in 32 matches this season.
OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
New York City FC brings 2-game shutout win streak into matchup against Inter Miami CF
New York City FC comes into a matchup with Inter Miami CF after securing two straight shutout winsOCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
New York City FC takes on Chicago after Castellano's 2-goal game
New York City FC plays Chicago after Valentin Castellano totaled two goals against DC UnitedOCTOBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores goal against D.C. Moralez scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 6-0 victory against D.C. United. He also made an interception in the match.
Impact Moralez and NYCFC exploded on Saturday. Having scored just once in 450 minutes prior to this game, they ended that dry spell emphatically against a direct rival for playoff contention in the Eastern Conference. Moralez will hope to extend this form into Wednesday's clash against the 12th-placed Fire, which have conceded 51 goals in 32 matches this season.
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Castellanos scores 2 goals, NYCFC beats DC United 6-0
Thiago Andrade scored 36 seconds into the game, Valentín Castellanos added two goals and New York City FC set a franchise record for goals in its 6-0 win over DOCTOBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Creates three chances in draw Moralez took two shots (one on target) and created three chances in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Atlanta United. He also won three of four tackles in the match.
Impact Wednesday against Atlanta United was the sixth MLS game in a row in which Moralez took exactly two shots, and he has also created 16 chances in that span. NYCFC has only scored two goals in total during those six games, and Moralez and his attack-minded teammates will need to be more clinical down the stretch in order for this side to make the playoffs. Saturday brings another critical clash against D.C. United, which sit one spot above NYCFC in the Eastern Conference standings.
OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots in loss Moralez took two shots (one on target) and made an interception in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against the Red Bulls. He also won three of five tackles in the match.
Impact Moralez spent a lot of time defending on Sunday and his side lost its second Hudson River Derby in the last month. He will want to do better Wednesday against Atlanta United, which are fifth in the Eastern Conference.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
