Maxi Moralez Tears ACL, Sidelines NYCFC Midfield Veteran for 2026 Season

New York City FC confirmed Thursday that midfielder Maxi Moralez sustained a torn ACL in training, ending the Argentine veteran’s 2026 MLS season. The 37-year-old, who has been with NYCFC since 2017, was one of the club’s key creative forces in the center of the park. The club also revealed that midfielder Kevin O’Toole sustained a knee injury in the same session, though NYCFC did not specify the severity. Moralez’s absence is a significant blow as the Eastern Conference side prepares for Matchday 15 and the looming World Cup break, which runs from late May through mid-July.

Sources: MLSSoccer.com

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Cruz Azul and Pumas Locked in Goalless Draw in Liga MX Clausura Final First Leg

Cruz Azul and Pumas UNAM played to a tense 0-0 draw Wednesday in the first leg of the Liga MX Clausura 2026 Final at Estadio Ciudad de los Deportes in Mexico City. Cruz Azul controlled large stretches of play but could not break down a disciplined Pumas defense. The closest either side came was an 88th-minute shot from Pumas forward Robert Morales that struck the post. With neither team holding an advantage, the second leg shifts to Estadio Olímpico Universitario in Mexico City on Sunday, May 24, where the Liga MX title will be decided over 90 minutes or potentially extra time and penalties.

Sources: Telemundo Deportes

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Home Teams Perfect as All Four US Open Cup Quarterfinals Go to Hosts

All four home teams advanced to the 2026 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup semifinals as the quarterfinal round concluded this week. On Tuesday in Orlando, Orlando City demolished Atlanta United 4-1 on four first-half goals, while St. Louis CITY SC edged Houston Dynamo 2-2 before winning on penalty kicks at Energizer Park. Wednesday brought two shutouts: Columbus Crew defeated New York City FC 1-0 at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, and Colorado Rapids blanked San Jose Earthquakes 2-0 at DICK’s Sporting Goods Park. The semifinal draw sets Colorado against St. Louis and Columbus against Orlando, with matches scheduled for the week of September 15–16.

Sources: TheCup.us

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Columbus Crew Reach US Open Cup Semifinal for First Time Since 2010 Behind Arfsten Goal

Max Arfsten scored the decisive goal in the 59th minute as Columbus Crew defeated New York City FC 1-0 Wednesday at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, advancing to the US Open Cup semifinals for the first time in 16 years. Nariman Akhundzada’s through ball released Arfsten, who fired low into the corner past the NYCFC goalkeeper. The Crew held firm in the second half as New York City pressed for an equalizer but were kept at bay. It was the first match under interim manager Laurent Courtois, who took charge after Columbus parted ways with Henrik Rydström following a difficult start to the MLS regular season.

Sources: TheCup.us

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Colorado Rapids Blank San Jose 2-0, Reach Open Cup Semifinals for First Time Since 1999

The Colorado Rapids advanced to the US Open Cup semifinals for the first time in 27 years, defeating San Jose Earthquakes 2-0 at DICK’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City on Wednesday. Darren Yappi opened the scoring in the 40th minute off a Dante Sealy corner, and Rafael Navarro converted a penalty just before halftime after VAR confirmed Reid Roberts handled the ball inside the area. The win is particularly notable as San Jose, under legendary head coach Bruce Arena, has been among MLS’s form teams this season. Colorado will host St. Louis CITY SC in the semifinals in September.

Sources: TheCup.us

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MLS Power Rankings: Real Salt Lake and Teenage Prodigy Zavier Gozo Surge Into Top Ten

Real Salt Lake climbed into the top ten of the MLS Power Rankings this week after a dominant run of form highlighted by teenager Zavier Gozo, who has scored four goals in four consecutive matches. The 19-year-old homegrown attacker now has five goals and four assists in 12 MLS appearances, leading RSL in goal contributions. Salt Lake crushed Houston Dynamo FC 3-0 and overcame a deficit to beat Colorado 2-1, performances placing them behind only San Jose Earthquakes and Vancouver Whitecaps in Western Conference wins. Gozo is now drawing World Cup roster attention alongside RSL teammate and fellow USMNT hopeful Diego Luna.

Sources: MLSSoccer.com

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