It seems cruel to interrupt the MLS Regular Season right now but the international game also has plenty of interesting storylines to offer in this break.
In addition to James Sands and Tyler Shaver, who start their U-17 World Cup campaign on Friday, New York City FC have five more players in international duty with plenty at stake, both personally and collectively.
Here’s what to look out for in this October FIFA window…
Nation: Costa Rica
Matches: Honduras (h) 10/6 and Panama (a) 10/10
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Costa Rica are well in control of their destiny having already secured at least the inter-confederation qualifying berth.