The U-17 World Cup is almost here, with the USA kicking things off against host nation India this Friday in New Delhi.
Two of NYCFC's very own, Homegrown signing James Sands and Academy prospect Tyler Shaver, will be competing with the Young Yanks and taking on the job of shoring up the American back line as they hunt for World Cup glory.
The Group Stage
If they're to find that glory, they'll have to fight their way through some very stiff competition. Group A competitors Ghana and Colombia have glowing histories at the youth levels of the international game, and opening-day opponents India will have the momentum of their country behind them.