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Jansen: "Was something that shouldn't be happening in that moment."
7/12/25 Post-Match Press Conference at Charlotte
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The Outfield
3:24
Welcome to New York City, Nicolás Fernández Mercau
The Argentine attacker joins NYCFC from Elche in Spain
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Justin Egan
4:56
Pascal’s Wager
The story of how playing without a left back for two months forced Jansen to build around Justin Haak—a patch job that eventually became stability for a…
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Justin Egan
4
The Chubby Pigeon
Introducing our latest merch drop from Rory Kirke—because greatness is overrated, and consistency waddles.
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Justin Egan
A Roo in Blue
New defensive midfielder Aiden O'Neill should make an immediate impact at New York City, but will it be enough?
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Paul Harvey
1
Small Windows Open Big Chances
Pascal Jansen breaks down the strategy behind breaking Philadelphia’s high press, while Keaton Parks brings it to life on the pitch— setting the stage…
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Chris Campbell
2:52
Pigeon Post: Hope, Hype, and Harsh Truths Edition
Pascal Jansen sharpens the system, raises standards, and gives the kids a real shot—but don’t start planning the parade.
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The Outfield
Tactical Cam: How Keaton Parks Stretched the Field
Playing deeper than 2024, Parks used his passing range to stretch Atlanta’s shape. His long balls consistently found runners and created attacking…
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Justin Egan
1:42
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Justin Egan
3/6/25 Brad Sims Press Conference
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The Outfield
17:03
Giant Killer
In 2023, Pascal Jansen toppled a titan in Rome for his signature victory with AZ Alkmaar. Can he do the same in MLS at New York City?
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Trey Fillmore
1
Complacency
Spending is up in MLS. Does New York City FC need a couple of big signings to keep pace?
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Justin Egan
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