New York City FC (NYCFC) 2026 Full Schedule
New York City FC (NYCFC) 2026 Full Schedule

The “Boys in Blue” will compete in a full 34-match regular-season slate, playing Eastern Conference rivals and key interconference tests as they seek a deep playoff run.

The campaign begins on the road and balances classic MLS rivalries with high-profile fixtures throughout the year — including marquee matchups against Western powerhouses and pivotal Hudson River Derby games.

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Full 2026 MLS Regular Season Schedule

All league matches below are MLS regular-season fixtures, including kickoff times, venues, and Apple TV coverage (MLS’s global broadcast platform in 2026).

February 2026

  1. Feb 22, 2026 (Sun) – at LA Galaxy — 7:00 PM ET — Away — Apple TV
    Season opener on the road vs an MLS Western rival.

March 2026

  1. Mar 1, 2026 (Sun) – at Philadelphia Union — 4:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  2. Mar 7, 2026 (Sat) – vs Orlando City SC — 2:30 PM ET — Home (Yankee Stadium) — Apple TV

  3. Mar 14, 2026 (Sat) – vs Colorado Rapids — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  4. Mar 22, 2026 (Sun) – vs Inter Miami CF — 1:00 PM ET — Home — Apple TV
    Messi-led Inter Miami visit Yankee Stadium.

April 2026

  1. Apr 4, 2026 (Sat) – vs St. Louis CITY SC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  2. Apr 11, 2026 (Sat) – at Vancouver Whitecaps — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  3. Apr 18, 2026 (Sat) – vs Charlotte FC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  4. Apr 22, 2026 (Wed) – vs FC Cincinnati — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  5. Apr 25, 2026 (Sun) – at CF Montréal — 2:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

May 2026

  1. May 3, 2026 (Sun) – vs D.C. United — 4:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  2. May 6, 2026 (Wed) – vs LAFC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  3. May 10, 2026 (Sun) – vs Columbus Crew — 4:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  4. May 13, 2026 (Wed) – at Charlotte FC — 7:00 PM ET — Away — FS1 / Apple TV

  5. May 16, 2026 (Sat) – at New York Red Bulls — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  6. May 23, 2026 (Sat) – at Nashville SC — 8:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

Mid-Season Pause: FIFA World Cup 2026

MLS pauses league play from late May through mid-July due to the 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule — giving players and fans a break in the heart of the season.

July 2026

  1. Jul 22, 2026 (Wed) – at Columbus Crew — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  2. Jul 25, 2026 (Sat) – vs Chicago Fire FC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  3. Jul 31, 2026 (Fri) – vs Toronto FC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

August 2026

  1. Aug 16, 2026 (Sun) – vs Philadelphia Union — 6:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  2. Aug 19, 2026 (Wed) – at FC Cincinnati — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  3. Aug 23, 2026 (Sun) – at New England Revolution — 4:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  4. Aug 29, 2026 (Sat) – at Toronto FC — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

September 2026

  1. Sep 4, 2026 (Fri) – vs Nashville SC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  2. Sep 9, 2026 (Wed) – vs New England Revolution — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  3. Sep 12, 2026 (Sat) – at Real Salt Lake — 9:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  4. Sep 18, 2026 (Fri) – vs New York Red Bulls — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

  5. Sep 26, 2026 (Sat) – at Atlanta United FC — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

October 2026

  1. Oct 10, 2026 (Sat) – at Chicago Fire FC — 2:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  2. Oct 14, 2026 (Wed) – at Inter Miami CF — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  3. Oct 24, 2026 (Sat) – at Orlando City SC — 7:30 PM ET — Away — Apple TV

  4. Oct 28, 2026 (Wed) – vs Atlanta United FC — 7:30 PM ET — Home — Apple TV

November 2026

  1. Nov 1, 2026 (Sun) – vs CF Montréal — TBD ET — Home — Apple TV

  2. Nov 7, 2026 (Sat) – at D.C. United — 4:00 PM ET — Away (Decision Day) — Apple TV

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Key Opponents to Watch

Philadelphia Union: A strong Eastern contender and a likely playoff rival in a tight Atlantic Division race.

Inter Miami CF: This fixture draws global attention due to star power and tactical strength.

New York Red Bulls (Hudson River Derby): One of MLS’s fiercest traditional rivalries.

Atlanta United FC & Orlando City SC: Regional clashes that often shape playoff positioning.

Biggest Matches of the 2026 Season

  • Season Opener vs LA Galaxy (Feb 22): A rare West vs East early test.

  • March Home Stretch: Orlando City & Colorado Rapids tests set tone.

  • Mid-September Hudson River Derby: Red Bulls duel at Yankee Stadium.

  • Decision Day at D.C. United (Nov 7): Potential playoff seeding decider.

2026 Season Predictions & Outlook

New York City FC is expected to compete near the top of the Eastern Conference thanks to:

  • Balanced home schedule at Yankee Stadium / Citi Field before move to Etihad Park in 2027.

  • Classic rivalries fueling momentum and fan engagement.

  • Post-World Cup second half providing opportunities to climb the standings.

If NYCFC maintains at least a .550 win percentage and holds serve in key conference matches, they project to finish inside the Eastern playoff bracket, with strong chances to advance past the first round.

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Final Thoughts

The 2026 New York City FC schedule is both challenging and full of narrative-rich matchups. From coast-to-coast league openers to heated derby battles and a decisive Decision Day road trip, NYCFC fans have plenty to look forward to — all available live on Apple TV’s MLS coverage with select national broadcasts.