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With or without David Villa, NYCFC looks like an MLS powerhouse

New York City FC kept its unbeaten intact with a thrashing of Real Salt Lake, sending a message ahead of Sunday's showdown with Atlanta United

NEW YORK — There is no debating that Toronto FC is wearing the crown as the king of Major League Soccer between its MLS Cup title and recent run to the CONCACAF Champions League title. That said, it is looking more and more like New York City FC will be the biggest challenger to the throne.

Patrick Vielra's men thoroughly dismantled Real Salt Lake, with four different players scoring goals in a comprehensive 4-0 victory that maintained NYCFC's unbeaten record atop the league's overall standings.