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New York Post
17-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
NYCFC, Red Bulls set to renew rivalry for first time since postseason showdown
While revenge isn't top of mind for New York City FC's Justin Haak, the chance to play a rival always gets the juices flowing for the midfielder. In this case, it's the New York Red Bulls. Saturday will be the latest installment of the Hudson River Derby, which received a serious infusion of excitement last year when the two clubs met in the postseason for the first time. Advertisement The Red Bulls came away with the win at the time en route to their first MLS Cup Finals appearance since 2008. 3 Justin Haak fights for possession during NYCFC's game on May 14, 2025. Imagn Images 'I don't think it's revenge, because if we win this game, it's not going to get us through the playoffs last year, because that's already over,' Haak told The Post. 'It's a new game. There's going to be some new players, different players on the field, but every single time we play them, we definitely want to win. And there's always more emotion in these games.' The match at Citi Field will be the first taste of the rivalry for new NYCFC head coach Pascal Jansen since he took over in January. Advertisement Speaking with reporters from NYCFC's practice facility in Rockland County, Jansen echoed similar sentiments about the 'extra' emotions that come with a derby match, but said he wanted the club to lean into some of the memories from past games. 'Thinking back and bringing up memories from games played in the past always helps — because, like you described, emotions are there, and we have to learn from those moments to be better prepared going into the next game,' he said. Both teams are headed into the Hudson River Derby — ironically the same weekend as the city's two MLB teams square off in The Bronx — with an identical 5-5-3 (18 points) record, and each club is clinging to one of the final two playoff positions in the Eastern Conference. Advertisement 3 Justin Haak looks to move the ball during NYCFC's game on May 4, 2025. Imagn Images The match presents the sides with a chance not only to get a victory after each failed to win Wednesday, but also to springboard forward as the regular season hits its stride. 'It's a big chance to get that kind of elevation into the season,' Red Bulls defender Noah Eile told The Post by Phone. 'If you could get a good result there, then we get a real big push, especially in such a big game for the whole club. I think that's a great point to make that winning here can have a big impact on the rest of the season.' While the Red Bulls have been good at home, they've struggled to find wins on the road, currently 0-4-2 away from Sports Illustrated Stadium. Advertisement 3 Noah Eile looks to pass during the Red Bulls' game on May 14, 2025. Imagn Images New York City FC, on the other hand, has felt quite comfortable at home this year, posting a 4-2-0 record at Yankee Stadium and Citi Field combined, but are struggling to put the ball in the net. NYCFC has not scored in their past three matches, which include a loss in the U.S. Open Cup and two prior regular-season games. 'I think as a team, we're doing well to create chances,' Haak said. 'We had a few opportunities. I would say maybe it's just a little bit unlucky now, and guys are maybe thinking a little bit too much in front of the goal when you have a run like this. 'But with the players we have, we have absolutely no doubt that the goals are going to come.'
San Francisco Chronicle
16-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Galaxy give multi-year contract extension to coach Greg Vanney while mired in historic winless skid
Head coach Greg Vanney has been given a multi-year contract extension by the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy despite their historic 13-game winless skid to start the new season. The Galaxy announced the deal Friday for Vanney even though the club has 10 losses and three draws in the worst start to a season by any team in MLS history. Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz said the decision to keep Vanney for the long term was made last year. Vanney, a two-time MLS Cup champion coach, was previously under contract only through the current season. "Greg is one of the most respected and successful coaches in MLS history, and we are excited to be continuing under his leadership,' Kuntz said in a statement. 'While this season's results haven't reflected our standards, this was a decision made following our 2024 MLS Cup victory, and we remain confident in the project we are building with Greg and we have a clear path forward to returning to an MLS champion level. Greg's commitment to development, culture, and high standards is unwavering.' Vanney led the Galaxy to their MLS-record sixth league title last season in a stunning turnaround for a team that had almost no success in the previous decade since winning the 2014 title. LA finished second in the Western Conference before streaking through the playoffs and beating the New York Red Bulls 2-1 at home in the MLS Cup Final. Vanney also won the MLS Cup and reached three MLS Cup Finals during his lengthy tenure with Toronto before the former Galaxy defender returned to his native Southern California in 2021. The Galaxy made the playoffs in two of Vanney's first four seasons in charge. But the new season has been horrific for the Galaxy without star midfielder Riqui Puig, who led MLS in touches last season by a wide margin before he tore a knee ligament in the conference final. Forward Dejan Joveljic, midfielder Mark Delgado and MLS Cup MVP Gastón Brugman were among the contributors who had to be moved in the offseason due to the salary cap constraints annually created for MLS champions. Designated players Joseph Paintsil, Gabriel Pec and Marco Reus all returned for the new season, but all have struggled with injuries — and the Galaxy are foundering with just three points from 13 games. The Galaxy have earned one victory this season, beating Herediano 4-1 in a CONCACAF Champions Cup match in March. The Galaxy lost 1-0 to Sporting Kansas City earlier this month despite not giving up a shot, falling on an own-goal by Maya Yoshida. LA then matched the worst margin of defeat in MLS history during a 7-0 drubbing from the Red Bulls.
Fox Sports
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Galaxy give contract extension to coach Greg Vanney amid historic winless skid
Head coach Greg Vanney has been given a multi-year contract extension by the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy despite their historic 13-game winless skid to start the new season. The Galaxy announced the deal on Friday for Vanney even though the club has 10 losses and three draws in the worst start to a season by any team in MLS history. Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz said the decision to keep Vanney for the long term was made last year. Vanney, a two-time MLS Cup champion coach, was previously under contract only through the current season. "Greg is one of the most respected and successful coaches in MLS history, and we are excited to be continuing under his leadership," Kuntz said in a statement. "While this season's results haven't reflected our standards, this was a decision made following our 2024 MLS Cup victory, and we remain confident in the project we are building with Greg and we have a clear path forward to returning to an MLS champion level. Greg's commitment to development, culture, and high standards is unwavering." Vanney led the Galaxy to their MLS-record sixth league title last season in a stunning turnaround for a team that had almost no success in the previous decade since winning the 2014 cup. LA finished second in the Western Conference before streaking through the playoffs and beating the New York Red Bulls 2-1 at home in the MLS Cup Final. Vanney also won the MLS Cup and reached three MLS Cup Finals during his lengthy tenure with Toronto before the former Galaxy defender returned to his native Southern California in 2021. The Galaxy made the playoffs in two of Vanney's first four seasons in charge. But the new season has been horrific for the Galaxy without star midfielder Riqui Puig, who led MLS in touches last season by a wide margin before he tore a knee ligament in the conference final. Forward Dejan Joveljic, midfielder Mark Delgado and MLS Cup MVP Gastón Brugman were among the contributors who had to be moved in the offseason due to the salary cap constraints annually created for MLS champions. Designated players Joseph Paintsil, Gabriel Pec and Marco Reus all returned for the new season, but all have struggled with injuries — and the Galaxy are foundering with just three points from 13 games. The Galaxy have earned one victory this season, beating Herediano 4-1 in a CONCACAF Champions Cup match in March. The Galaxy lost 1-0 to Sporting Kansas City earlier this month despite not giving up a shot, falling on an own-goal by Maya Yoshida. LA then matched the worst margin of defeat in MLS history during a 7-0 drubbing from the Red Bulls. The Galaxy lost 3-2 to Philadelphia on Wednesday. They host Los Angeles FC on Sunday night in the El Tráfico rivalry game. Reporting by The Associated Press. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! FOLLOW Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience MLS LA Galaxy Get more from MLS Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
Hamilton Spectator
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Galaxy give multi-year contract extension to coach Greg Vanney while mired in historic winless skid
Head coach Greg Vanney has been given a multi-year contract extension by the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy despite their historic 13-game winless skid to start the new season. The Galaxy announced the deal Friday for Vanney even though the club has 10 losses and three draws in the worst start to a season by any team in MLS history. Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz said the decision to keep Vanney for the long term was made last year. Vanney, a two-time MLS Cup champion coach, was previously under contract only through the current season. 'Greg is one of the most respected and successful coaches in MLS history, and we are excited to be continuing under his leadership,' Kuntz said in a statement. 'While this season's results haven't reflected our standards, this was a decision made following our 2024 MLS Cup victory, and we remain confident in the project we are building with Greg and we have a clear path forward to returning to an MLS champion level. Greg's commitment to development, culture, and high standards is unwavering.' Vanney led the Galaxy to their MLS-record sixth league title last season in a stunning turnaround for a team that had almost no success in the previous decade since winning the 2014 title. LA finished second in the Western Conference before streaking through the playoffs and beating the New York Red Bulls 2-1 at home in the MLS Cup Final. Vanney also won the MLS Cup and reached three MLS Cup Finals during his lengthy tenure with Toronto before the former Galaxy defender returned to his native Southern California in 2021. The Galaxy made the playoffs in two of Vanney's first four seasons in charge. But the new season has been horrific for the Galaxy without star midfielder Riqui Puig, who led MLS in touches last season by a wide margin before he tore a knee ligament in the conference final. Forward Dejan Joveljic, midfielder Mark Delgado and MLS Cup MVP Gastón Brugman were among the contributors who had to be moved in the offseason due to the salary cap constraints annually created for MLS champions. Designated players Joseph Paintsil, Gabriel Pec and Marco Reus all returned for the new season, but all have struggled with injuries — and the Galaxy are foundering with just three points from 13 games. The Galaxy have earned one victory this season, beating Herediano 4-1 in a CONCACAF Champions Cup match in March. The Galaxy lost 1-0 to Sporting Kansas City earlier this month despite not giving up a shot, falling on an own-goal by Maya Yoshida. LA then matched the worst margin of defeat in MLS history during a 7-0 drubbing from the Red Bulls. The Galaxy lost 3-2 to Philadelphia on Wednesday. They host Los Angeles FC on Sunday night in the El Tráfico rivalry game. ___ AP soccer:
Fox Sports
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Galaxy give multi-year contract extension to coach Greg Vanney while mired in historic winless skid
Associated Press Head coach Greg Vanney has been given a multi-year contract extension by the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy despite their historic 13-game winless skid to start the new season. The Galaxy announced the deal Friday for Vanney even though the club has 10 losses and three draws in the worst start to a season by any team in MLS history. Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz said the decision to keep Vanney for the long term was made last year. Vanney, a two-time MLS Cup champion coach, was previously under contract only through the current season. "Greg is one of the most respected and successful coaches in MLS history, and we are excited to be continuing under his leadership,' Kuntz said in a statement. 'While this season's results haven't reflected our standards, this was a decision made following our 2024 MLS Cup victory, and we remain confident in the project we are building with Greg and we have a clear path forward to returning to an MLS champion level. Greg's commitment to development, culture, and high standards is unwavering.' Vanney led the Galaxy to their MLS-record sixth league title last season in a stunning turnaround for a team that had almost no success in the previous decade since winning the 2014 title. LA finished second in the Western Conference before streaking through the playoffs and beating the New York Red Bulls 2-1 at home in the MLS Cup Final. Vanney also won the MLS Cup and reached three MLS Cup Finals during his lengthy tenure with Toronto before the former Galaxy defender returned to his native Southern California in 2021. The Galaxy made the playoffs in two of Vanney's first four seasons in charge. But the new season has been horrific for the Galaxy without star midfielder Riqui Puig, who led MLS in touches last season by a wide margin before he tore a knee ligament in the conference final. Forward Dejan Joveljic, midfielder Mark Delgado and MLS Cup MVP Gastón Brugman were among the contributors who had to be moved in the offseason due to the salary cap constraints annually created for MLS champions. Designated players Joseph Paintsil, Gabriel Pec and Marco Reus all returned for the new season, but all have struggled with injuries — and the Galaxy are foundering with just three points from 13 games. The Galaxy have earned one victory this season, beating Herediano 4-1 in a CONCACAF Champions Cup match in March. The Galaxy lost 1-0 to Sporting Kansas City earlier this month despite not giving up a shot, falling on an own-goal by Maya Yoshida. LA then matched the worst margin of defeat in MLS history during a 7-0 drubbing from the Red Bulls. The Galaxy lost 3-2 to Philadelphia on Wednesday. They host Los Angeles FC on Sunday night in the El Tráfico rivalry game. ___ AP soccer:
