There are only a few more days until the MLS Cup Playoffs begin for New York City FC. After losing to Seattle Sounders FC, the Pigeons remained in fifth place. As such, they will play Charlotte FC, a team that has been a formidable foe regardless of whether they were a playoff contender.
Hence, the Round One Best-of-3 series will not be easy. The Crown has won five of the eight meetings. At least, NYCFC has the last game as a positive, for the Boys in Blue won. Still, the history between the two adds concerns to the first round.